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A Renter Who Knows Her Rights
Early in June, an appeals court in New York decided that Margaret Maugenest did not have to pay her apartment landlord the back rent she owed—from nine years of non-payment! It may sound unbelievable,...
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Why File a Wrongful Death Suit?
When a loved one loses his or her life, and you feel it was another individual’s fault, the easy answer may be to drum up a criminal charge. Perhaps it was murder or manslaughter; however, perhaps it...
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Construction Accident? Don’t Feel Intimidated by Your Employer
It can happen anytime, anywhere: Construction accidents can become defining life events for hard working individuals around the nation. One of the unfortunate realities of work, especially work that...
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Fighting Foreclosures: The Homeowner’s Bill of Rights
It’s definitely not the end of the story, and it’s not the beginning of a long process, but California’s recently passed Home Owner’s Bill of Rights law is a landmark in the now-soured relationship...
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Fighting Foreclosure – Long Island Foreclosure Lawyer
If your facing foreclosure make sure to contact a Long Island foreclosure lawyer today The Law Offices of Neil Weissman is equipped to handle and foreclosure case in New York, if your looking for an...
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How Can Loan Modification Help Keep You Out of Foreclosure?
No one wants to be foreclosed on. When you purchase a home, it stands as a symbol of hope, of building roots, of establishing a life for yourself and your family. The harsh realities of today’s...
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Foreclosure: Is the Federal Government Protecting You?
The Financial Crisis was just that: there were so many credit problems nationwide, so many banks foreclosing on so many families, that it was impossible to keep track of. When did the crisis end?...
View ArticleBig Banks Prep Measly Payout to Homeowners
It's time to pay out. The five largest mortgage lenders in the United States are warming up their check-writing robots and getting ready to make good on a $25 billion payout mandated by the United...
View ArticleIs your Landlord Legally Adhering to the Law?
It’s entirely possible that the more susceptible among us to tend to assume that the landlord is usually right. We believe them to always have a clearer and expert comprehension of the lease and the...
View ArticleIt’s Time For Change
The votes are in, the polls are closed, and America remains with the same president who is faced with dealing with the same economical issues. Has President Obama proved to us that things have changed...
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Additions to New York DUI/DWI Law
Police car emergency lighting fixtures switched on. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The laws concerning DUI/DWI in the state of New York will soon be changing, judging by the ease with which a bill passed...
View ArticleOfficer Makes up Drug Charges | Long Island Criminal Lawyer | Nassau County
Unfortunately, arrests in connection with drugs are not uncommon in New York City. In fact, it could be easy for those in the court system to get used to trying drug cases and let down their guard. A...
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Why You Need a Lawyer for a DUI Charge | Long Island Criminal Lawyer
English: Police in Connecticut administer the one leg stand test to a driver after a crash. Photo was run through a paint daub filter to blur identifiable features of individuals (Photo credit:...
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Annoying Police Could Become a Felony | Long Island Criminal Defense Lawyer
English: NYPD Dodge Charger #2909 in midtown Manhattan. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) If the State Assembly signs a bill from the Senate into law, it could become very easy for New York police to arrest...
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Botched Drug Charges Lead to Lawsuit | Long Island Criminal Lawyer
English: Four ounces of low-grade marijuana, usually referred to as a quarter-pound or QP. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) When a woman from Queens took her two older daughters to a birthday party, she had...
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What is “Apple-Picking”? | Long Island Criminal Lawyer
Flag of Nassau County, New York (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Maybe you’ve heard of a crime that’s becoming a more and more serious problem in large cities around the country. Here in Nassau County,...
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Do Restraining Orders Extend Beyond Death? | Long Island Criminal Lawyer
If someone obtained a restraining order in New York against you (technically called an “order of protection”), you might assume that the order automatically expired if that person died. Of course,...
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Tourist Arrested for Carrying Gun | Long Island Criminal Lawyer
Deutsch: Empire State Building, New York City (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Did you know that you can go through training, follow all your state’s rules for gun ownership, buy a legitimate firearm, behave...
View ArticlePolice Officer Takes Advantage of DWI Suspect | Long Island Criminal Attorney
The days following a DWI arrest are unpleasant to say the least—full of uncertainty, fear, and seemingly endless requirements for paperwork and documentation. With a good lawyer helping you organize...
View ArticleAre Recent Pool Arrests Legitimate? | Long Island Criminal Lawyer
As autumn shows up on the horizon, Suffolk County residents hope for a reprieve from the extreme heat that has characterized summer 2013. The constant high temperatures seem to affect some people more...
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