In New York, your office is generally protected by the Fourth Amendment, which guards against unreasonable searches and seizures. However, there are certain situations where the police may legally enter and search your workplace. It’s helpful to understand these...
In New York, having a weapon on you during the commission of a crime can seriously escalate your situation. It doesn’t matter whether you actually use the weapon. As long as it’s on you, within reach or even visibly displayed, it can be a serious aggravating factor....
What would you do if the police started asking you questions? For many people, answering any questions from the police would be the right thing to do, especially people who believe these questions are innocent. However, answering questions from law enforcement can...
Most people are exposed to the Miranda rights when they watch a crime drama and hear the police officer read these rights to someone. The rights include the right to remain silent and the right to speak to an attorney prior to being interrogated by police officers....
A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling could have ramifications for white-collar cases across the country. In a rare unanimous decision, the justices overturned the conviction of a former Chicago politician who was found guilty of making false statements to federal...
Identity theft is a white-collar crime, and it carries severe penalties. In New York, using someone else’s personal details without consent can lead to criminal charges, including felonies. Knowing the different forms of identity theft can help individuals recognize...
Even if you’re being investigated for an alleged crime, you have a right to privacy in your own property. You don’t necessarily have to allow the police to come inside. They may want to as part of the investigation, but it’s up to you whether you give them permission...
Many people break some law or another when they are young. This could be due to a prank gone wrong, peer pressure from friends, not understanding something is illegal or just poor decision-making. Many times nothing comes of such events other than a telling off by a...
If you’ve ever had your car stolen, you understand the nightmare that comes with it. You must file a police report, contact your insurance agency and inform the bank if you have a loan or are leasing. Now, you can add “get sued” to the list if somebody uses your car...
If you’ve been accused of a white-collar crime, such as embezzlement or financial fraud, the police may want to search your electronic devices for evidence. They may want to read your text messages or look at your Internet search history. They may want to see what...