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The sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one in a fatal car crash can have a devastating effect on the victim’s family. New York provides a method by which family members may receive compensation, but the law does not give them the right to file the claim....
While the use of marijuana in New York is not uncommon, it is in most circumstances illegal and will be prosecuted. Last week's blog post discussed the criminal possession of marijuana and its penalties. However, possession is not the only drug offense involving...
The death of race car driver Kevin Ward in an incident that took place at New York's Canandaigua Motorsports Park has led to a wrongful death lawsuit by his surviving family members against fellow driver Tony Stewart. The events leading to the death were widely...
New York's drug laws are particularly complex, especially when one is not familiar with them. Take, for example, crimes involving marijuana. The penalties for possessing marijuana vary based on the specific circumstances of the charges. Let's take a look at the...
Recently, this blog has discussed a number of drunk driving topics. We discussed New York zero tolerance laws for underage drunk driving. We also discussed one congressman's proposal to help fund technology that would prevent a vehicle from starting based on the...
Consider a hypothetical, in which you have suffered an injury that requires surgery. You undergo the procedure, and after a few days the hospital releases you to go back home.You think that the worst is behind you. A little recovery time, and you’ll be back to...
The desire of some parents to stay in contact when their teenagers are out with friends may be contributing to the unsafe driving habits seen in young people. Fifty percent of the teenagers surveyed in a recent study admitted to texting and driving, and 19 percent of...
While having a drink at a social event once or twice might not seem like such a bad idea, it can turn into a disaster when accusations of drunk driving are thrown around. Police and prosecutors won't hesitate to press charges against those they think have been engaged...
