Month: November 2022

What is the purpose of Section 1983?

Section 1983 refers to 42 U.S.C. § 1983. Under this statute, you as a New York resident may file a lawsuit when government officials violate your civil rights. In order to qualify as a Section 1983 violation, a government official must have denied you a right guaranteed by federal or Constitutional law. “Color of law” […]

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How to dispute a DUI charge

If you are convicted of a drunk driving charge, you may spend time in jail or prison, pay a fine and lose your license either temporarily or permanently. You may also face a license suspension or revocation if you violate New York implied consent laws. Fortunately, there are a number of defenses that you may […]

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