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24/7/365 Emergency Hotline: 631-348-1702

If you have been arrested, or in case of an emergency, our attorneys can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 631-348-1702.

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SCOTUS Rules Defendants Can’t Sue Police for Miranda Violations

The Supreme Court of the United States has recently ruled that criminal defendants who suffer violations of their Miranda rights and are acquitted cannot sue police who violated their rights. While this does not eradicate Miranda protections, it does mean that those who are acquitted of alleged crimes cannot get financial compensation for any harms they suffered as a result of Miranda violations. This decision is considered by advocates to be a major setback in holding the police accountable for violating the rights of criminal defendants.

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Distracted Driving: How It Causes Accidents

Distracted driving is one of the biggest threats to drivers on the road, resulting in about 3,000 deaths every year. This includes people who text and drive, as well as others who engage in activities like eating and drinking, engaging in personal hygiene, or even those who change the radio while driving. Here are some of the ways that distracted drivers cause motor vehicle accidents:

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What Does It Mean To Get a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

The prospect of declaring bankruptcy is, for many people, frightening, and some people see it as a major failure. However, for many people, declaring bankruptcy, and especially Chapter 7 bankruptcy, can be an essential step to helping them get a fresh start on their financial futures. So what does it mean to get a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and how could it potentially benefit you?

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Protecting Your Right to Remain Silent

Under the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution, every U.S. citizen has the fundamental right against self-incrimination (or, as it is more commonly known, the right to remain silent). However, protecting your right to remain silent is not as easy as it sounds, and law enforcement has a number of tricks to convince you to talk even when you do not need to. Here are some important tips you should know about protecting your right to remain silent:

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Slip and Fall Accidents: How Do They Happen?

One of the single most common reasons for personal injury lawsuits are slip and fall accidents, also known as trip and fall accidents. These accidents are exactly what they sound like: someone trips or slips due to some hazard, and hurts themselves in the subsequent fall. While not all falls are preventable, many are the result of negligence on the part of property owners who did not take adequate care of their premises. Here are some of the most common causes for slip and fall accidents:

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What is Marital Property, and Why Does it Matter?

When a married couple goes through the process of getting divorced, they will almost inevitably get involved in a debate over how to distribute their marital property. In some cases, they may not even agree on what exactly counts as marital property, for the purposes of dividing up their assets. But what exactly is marital property, and why is it so important in divorce law?

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Five Important Facts You Should Know About Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

For some people, Chapter 13 bankruptcy, which is also known as a wage earner’s plan, can be an effective means of escaping severe financial distress. However, many people do not understand what a Chapter 13 bankruptcy entails, or what its benefits are. Here are five important facts you should know if you are considering declaring Chapter 13 bankruptcy:

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The Pros and Cons of Taking a Plea Bargain for a Criminal Charge

If you are arrested for an alleged criminal act, you will most likely be faced with the decision as to whether you should accept a plea bargain. While this may seem like a difficult decision, the fact of the matter is that an estimated 95% of all criminal cases end with the defendant pleading their charges. Here are the pros, and cons, of taking a plea bargain:

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Five Major Factors That Make Pedestrian Accidents More Lethal

No type of motor vehicle accident is more potentially deadly than pedestrian accidents. In these sorts of accidents, unprotected civilians are impacted by cars, trucks, or other vehicles, often suffering severe injury or death as a result. However, there are a number of factors that make pedestrian accidents much more likely to be fatal. Here are five major factors involved in pedestrian accidents that make them more lethal to accident victims:

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Five Things To Avoid When You Are Getting Divorced

The process of getting divorced can be an unpleasant time for anyone, but some divorces are significantly more unpleasant than others. Unfortunately, some people do things that may seem reasonable at the time, but which come back to bite them later on, ensuring a worse outcome to their divorce. Here are five things you should avoid doing when you are getting divorced:

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I had an excellent experience with McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. Attorneys at Law. From start to finish, the entire office was professional, knowledgeable, and truly dedicated to helping me with my case. They took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure I felt supported every step of the way.

I especially want to recognize Karen Lazo, who was absolutely amazing. She went above and beyond to assist me and made the Spanish translation process easy, clear, and stress-free. Her patience, professionalism, and kindness made a huge difference, and I truly felt understood and cared for.

I highly recommend this law firm to anyone looking for reliable, compassionate, and professional legal representation. Thank you to the entire team—and especially Karen—for such outstanding service.
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