A DWI arrest in New York can trigger immediate license suspension and criminal charges. You may face court action, DMV penalties and long-term consequences that affect your record and finances. Arraignment and license suspension Your first court date is the...
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3 reasons to report the use of excessive force by police officers
Police officers can use force to detain an individual and take them into state custody. They can also use physical force when they choose to intervene in a crime in progress. Generally speaking, officers should try to use the least amount of force they reasonably can...
How the civil courts can resolve a contract dispute
Business contract disputes are relatively common. Even when the terms of a contract are clear and the parties have previously had a positive working relationship, one party may eventually fail to fulfill their obligations, causing harm to the other. In some cases, the...
Mediating business disputes to avoid costly litigation
When a business dispute arises, many assume that filing a lawsuit is the inevitable next step. However, it’s not your only option. Mediation provides a structured and confidential means of resolving disputes without the time-consuming and costly process of litigation....
How a New York DWI conviction affects your driver’s license
A driving while intoxicated (DWI) conviction in New York can change how and when you are allowed to drive. For many people in Latham and across the Capital Region, driving ties directly to work, family and daily life. When a court enters a DWI conviction, the effect...
3 behaviors that can create a hostile work environment
Harassment is abusive behavior that targets a worker for a protected characteristic. Harassment can involve the creation of a hostile work environment. Workers should not have to compromise their safety or mental health just to keep their jobs. Workers who can...
Defamation and the continued influence effect
When a person suffers defamation, it can have a major impact on their reputation. For instance, perhaps an employee believes that they have been defamed by a previous employer. They now find it hard to get work in their chosen industry, all because their employer...
Sharing medication with friends or family might be a crime
Prescription medication obtained from a pharmacy is a personal possession. It belongs to the patient with the recommendation once they have paid for it directly or with their health insurance coverage. Although people generally have control over what they do with...
Going to court to enforce a buy-sell agreement
Business partners tend to agree to specific terms when starting their working relationship. They may negotiate a buy-sell agreement that allows one partner to purchase the other’s interest in the company in certain circumstances. Those pleased by a company's progress...
Does an employer have the right to see your social media?
It used to be that when someone applied for a job, potential employers could only find out basic work history and get previous employers’ feedback. Depending on the job, employers are allowed to obtain some information via a background check. Job applicants (and...

