If you have never heard of the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine, you may well wish to ask your criminal defense attorney about it when you find yourself facing criminal charges of any kind. It may turn out to play a huge role in the prosecution against you....
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Removing the conditions on a green card
Marrying a U.S. citizen and moving to the United States allows foreign nationals to obtain a green card. While this card indicates that the holder is a legal permanent resident, there are two different status options. The regular card lasts 10 years, but a conditional...
Construction accidents and injuries: a vast, varied and dangerous realm
Here’s an initial point to note concerning the construction industry: It is a comparatively risk-laden sphere that can prove dangerous to virtually any person or demographic. That means this: You can become an injury victim whether you are an industry worker or simply...
Going over child support payment methods in New York
If you have to pay child support, it is pivotal to understand your obligations and stay current. Some people in New York struggle to pay child support on time for one reason or another. Aside from financial hardships resulting from job loss or other challenges, some...
What happens after a DWI in New York?
New York imposes serious penalties for driving while intoxicated. If arrested and convicted, you could serve up to 15 days in jail among fines and other legal consequences. Review the facts about New York DWI penalties before facing this type of court date. Fines and...
3 mistakes that could cost you your green card
The road to U.S. citizenship is not always an easy or smooth one, and part of the process entails securing a green card. A green card grants you lawful permanent residency in New York or another U.S. state until enough time has passed that you may move forward with...
The process of marrying a foreign-citizen fiancé
If a U.S. citizen has a fiancé who is a citizen of, and lives in, another country, there are certain steps that the fiancé must take before entering the country and marrying the U.S. citizen. The path the fiancé must take is through a K-1 visa. After marriage, the...
Can VAWA provide immigrants protection?
Immigrant women and other victims of crime may seek protection under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). VAWA may provide the protection you need. It also provides crucial services to other survivors of domestic abuse and violence. Unfortunately, VAWA is currently...
Uncontested divorce and default
Whether you are the plaintiff or defendant in a divorce case, it is important to understand key terminology and how your approach to the case affects your future. In New York and across the country, many divorces move forward uncontested. Sometimes, uncontested...
Do you know these red flags when buying a home?
You feel ready to buy your first home in New York, but you want to avoid a real estate disaster. Which red flags must you look out for to become a happy homeowner? Forbes breaks down several warning signs that your dream home could sour into a nightmare. Learn when to...
