Year: 2019

  • A DUI conviction costs New York drivers more than they think

    Being pulled over can make even the calmest New York driver nervous, especially if he or she recently had a drink. If a police officer suspects impairment, that driver could face charges for DUI. If those charges result in a conviction, it could end up costing that driver more than he or she realizes. Most…

  • What does it mean to face assault charges?

    Perhaps an altercation with someone got a bit out of hand. An Amherst resident did not exactly behave as he or she ordinarily would, but thought the matter was put to rest. Then, that person finds him or herself under arrest and facing assault charges. But no physical contact occurred. How could he or she…

  • You may have grounds to fight that traffic ticket

    Whether an officer pulled you over on the way home from work or you got a ticket in the mail because of a camera at a traffic light, a ticket can seem like a major inconvenience. In reality, it is much more than just an annoyance you need to address as soon as possible. A…

  • Does a tenant have a legal defense to eviction?

    Amherst rental property owners already know that each party to a lease agreement has certain rights. Even so, some landlords may believe that once they initiate eviction proceedings, they are guaranteed to win. The truth is that may not always be the case. Tenants do have some defenses that could change the outcome. It may…

  • New York woman accused of drunk driving in crash involving bus

    Sometimes, when people are involved in a traffic accident, they panic and respond in a way that may be out of character for them. However, failing to remain at the scene of an accident can have serious consequences. In fact, a woman in New York now faces multiple criminal charges, including drunk diving, after police…

  • A driver may not need to pay a speeding ticket

    Like everywhere else, police officers here in Amherst are tasked with protecting and serving the public. While it may seem like more of an annoyance, handing out tickets for traffic violations is part of that duty since it helps keep the roads safe. Even so, there are times when violating traffic laws such as speeding do…

  • Why it’s important to pay attention to that traffic ticket

    When Amherst residents receive a New York driver’s license, they may quickly review the points system for the state. Failing to closely scrutinize these rules could end up being a mistake. Drivers who receive traffic tickets for what they consider minor infractions could end up receiving word that their licenses are suspended, and they may…

  • College students face unique challenges when charged with a crime

    Going to college is often the first real taste of freedom that young Amherst residents receive. As a result, they often make mistakes that could interfere with their ability to continue their academic careers. Some of those mistakes result in being charged with a crime, which not only puts them in a position of needing…

  • 3 ways you can avoid DWIs

    The worst way to celebrate any holiday, birthday, anniversary or wedding is with the loss of your freedom–or life. During holidays, such as the Fourth of July, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports more people die in motor vehicle accidents than any other day of the year. Risk Driving under the influence is risky…

  • Bereavement is not a good defense to a New York DWI

    Losing someone suddenly and violently can take its toll on anyone. Far too many New York residents face this situation each year, and many of them work in high risk occupations such as law enforcement or firefighting. Losing a colleague under these conditions often feels like losing a member of the family. Even under these…