Trial acquittal on felony assault charge

Posted on June 2, 2019

Witnesses claimed our client participated in a brutal assault. He was charged with assault in the first degree and faced up to 25 years in prison if convicted. Before trial, these witnesses identified our client in a photo lineup. At trial, we were able to persuade the jury that their testimony was unreliable and...

What is Cyberstalking?

Posted on May 23, 2019

Cyberstalking The crime of stalking is defined as repeatedly harassing or threatening behavior. With the growth of the internet and various social media platforms, stalking is now potentially happening both offline and online. Cyberstalking is when the harassing or threatening behavior occurs on the internet or by other electronic means. Online behavior and all of...

What is a White Collar Crime?

Posted on May 12, 2019

White collar crimes are named because they are often related to the realms of white collar workers such as finances, politics, or business. It is not, however, necessarily restricted to these kinds of workers. A white collar crime is considered to be a non-violent criminal act committed with the intention of unlawful financial gain....

What is the Difference Between DWI and DWAI?

Posted on April 19, 2019

New York DWI Versus DWAI While most people have heard of driving under the influence DUI, that is not actually what it is called in the State of New York. In New York, what is commonly referred to as a DUI is actually called a DWI or driving while intoxicated. In addition to a DUI,...

CDH Law’s Efforts Result in Possible Life Sentence Reduced

Posted on April 16, 2019

In this article, we discuss our efforts on behalf of James Brower in Chenango County. Facing the most serious of felony charges and life in prison, Mr. Brower pled guilty to hindering prosecution in the first degree, a class D non-violent Felony.

What do Points on Your Driving Record Mean?

Posted on April 11, 2019

Points on Your Driving Record When you get a traffic ticket in New York, you get more than just a fine. You also get points assessed on your driver’s license. The Driver Violation Point System in New York is a way for the state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to both identify and take necessary...

Dukes Trial Ends In Hung Jury

Posted on April 3, 2019

The article below is reprinted from wwnytv.com and the original can be found here. Excellent defense work from our litigators Clifton Carden, III and Brian Tedd. "The Sheldon Dukes sexual assault trial has ended in a hung jury Jefferson County Court. That means the jury could not...

Five Things You Should Know About Divorcing With Kids

Posted on March 29, 2019

Some parents stay together even after their marital relationship has ended because they believe that it is best for the children. However, being in an unhappy relationship can make home a tense, miserable place for everyone to live. If you are contemplating divorcing with kids, a New York divorce lawyer can...

Cross-Examination is the Key to Trial Success

Posted on March 14, 2019

In this excellent article in the New York State Bar Association Journal, W. Russell Corker provides a short introduction to the key principles of an effective cross-examination, "the single most important deciding factor in the outcome of a trial." While this is a great refresher for trial lawyers, we think our clients...

Discovery Reform May Be Near

Posted on March 7, 2019

New York's discovery rules are indeed behind most of the country and the deck is often stacked against a defendant. Discovery is the process by which the parties obtain evidence. Of course, one must know the evidence against them to successfully defend against it. While district...

If I Flip Off a Cop, Can I Get Arrested?

Posted on March 5, 2019

Do you sometimes have the urge to flip off a cop? If so, you are not alone. There are many examples of people who have flipped off a cop and paid the price. However, many of those individuals successfully filed lawsuits to protect their constitutional rights. While “giving the finger” to a...

Welcome To Our New Website!

Posted on February 11, 2019

We are excited to announce the launch of our newly designed website and logo! While the look is fresh, we are still the same trusted legal team. Along with our base...