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People and companies often want to avoid disclosing information that is demanded by subpoenas. The subpoenaed information could be sensitive, embarrassing, or bad for business. Naturally, many subpoenaed people and companies...

If you have been charged with a crime in NYC, you likely want to hire the best NYC criminal lawyer to handle your case. After all, the stakes of a criminal case are very high. Your freedom, record, and reputation are on the...

Hearsay is a legal term that is often used by lawyers and non-lawyers in various contexts, but many people (even lawyers!) don’t actually know the definition of hearsay. Hearsay is an important concept in law because...

If you are charged with a crime and have a prior criminal conviction, the outcome of your current case can be affected in some ways by your previous conviction.  Sentencing Discretionary Effects If you have a criminal...

The defense does not have to prove anything. The prosecution always has the burden to prove their case, and they must prove every element of the charge beyond a reasonable doubt. If the prosecution is unable to prove every...