Creating an estate plan is one of the most important things a person in New York can do to protect their assets and their family once they've passed on. However, the work is not done once an estate plan has been crafted with an attorney's help. Throughout a person's...
Do jury verdicts in New York have to be unanimous?
In most states, the jury’s verdict must be unanimous to convict a defendant. Before April 2020, Louisiana and Oregon didn't require a unanimous decision, which caused thousands of people to be put behind bars. However, the Supreme Court ruled in April that all jury...
The basics of DWAI/DWI charges in New York
All states enforce DUI laws, though the charges and names of the offenses vary. Regardless of the charges, drivers could face stiff court fines and jail time as well as varying charges. Police commonly charge drivers in New York with driving while intoxicated (DWI) or...
