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Adoption
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Birth Injuries
Brain Injury
- What Compensation Can Brain Injury Victims Seek?
- How to Identify a Brain Injury After a Truck Accident
- Can I Claim Compensation for a Brain Injury Caused at Work?
- How Can You Prove Negligence Resulted in a Brain Injury?
- How to Recognize the Subtle Signs of a Traumatic Brain Injury
Car Accidents
- What to Do if You’re Hit by an Uninsured Driver in Syracuse
- Can a Minor Car Accident Cause a Serious Back Injury?
- Dashcam Footage Can Make or Break Your Case
- Does a Broken Bone Count as a Serious Injury?
- What to Know About Traffic Accident Claims in Syracuse
- How Does Insurance Handle Car Accident Claims?
- What Is an Independent Medical Examination?
- How To Deal with Insurance Companies After a Car Accident
- Understanding Compensation for Broken Bones in Car Accidents
- Psychological Impact of Car Accidents: Recognizing & Addressing PTSD
- What Should You Document Immediately After a Car Accident?
- What are the Steps to Take if the At-Fault Party in a Car Accident is Uninsured?
- Distracted Driving and Head Injuries: Pursuing Claims Against Negligent Drivers
- Can You Recover if the Other Car Was Uninsured?
- When an Accident Affects Your Marriage, Your Spouse May Be Able to Collect
- Is Dash Cam Footage Admissible in Court?
- Ask the Attorney: I was on my phone at the time of an accident—does that mean I’m automatically at fault?
- Personal Injury Claims in a Hit and Run Accident—What Should I Do?
- The Dangers of Tired Drivers
Child Custody
- The Best Interest of the Child Standard
- How to Give Yourself the Best Chance of Winning Child Custody
- Is New York a 50/50 Custody State?
- Parenting Plan Modification
Child Support
Construction Accident
COVID-19
Criminal Defense
- How Does a Federal Fraud Investigation Start in Upstate NY?
- Can You Request Early Termination of Federal Supervised Release?
- What Happens After an Illegal Re-entry Prosecution in Federal Court?
- How Long Does a 440 Motion Take in Syracuse?
- New York’s Ghost Gun Laws
- Why Should You Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney?
- What is an Affirmative Defense?
- CDH Law Partners with New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers
- Negotiation in Plea Bargaining
- Impairing the Credibility of a Witness
- The Alibi Defense
- Asserting Self-Defense for a Violent Crime Charge
- Isn’t Pleading Not Guilty the Best Defense Strategy?
- How to Use Constitutional Violation in Your Defense
- What Civil Liberties Do Felons Lose?
- What Is Hearsay?
- How to Appeal in a Criminal Case
- What Is the Burden of Proof in a Criminal Case?
- What Is Covered by Attorney-Client Privilege?
- What Is the Difference Between a Misdemeanor and a Felony?
- How to Prepare for Cross-Examination
- What Is Proper Court Etiquette?
- ¿Cuáles Son Los Beneficios de Un Juicio Ante Un Juez?
- The Pros and Cons of Accepting a Plea Deal
- Cinco Cosas Que Debe Saber Sobre El Divorcio Con Hijos
- What Factors Are Considered in Setting Bail?
- What Is Voir Dire?
- What to Expect at a Sentencing Hearing
- ¿Qué Sucede Si Se Anula El Juicio Debido a Un Jurado en Desacuerdo?
- What to Expect During a Guilty Plea
- Qué Esperar Durante la Lectura de Cargos
- Recent Changes to Discovery and Bail Laws in New York
- Defrauding the Government
- Dukes Not Guilty of Sexual Assault
- New York Drug Charges
- Aggravated Harassment in the Second Degree
- Veteran’s Treatment Court opens in Onondaga County
- Trial acquittal on felony assault charge
- What is Cyberstalking?
- CDH Law’s Efforts Result in Possible Life Sentence Reduced
- Dukes Trial Ends In Hung Jury
- Cross-Examination is the Key to Trial Success
- Discovery Reform May Be Near
- If I Flip Off a Cop, Can I Get Arrested?
- Chelsea Manning’s Army lawyer quietly begins a new life in Syracuse
- ABC News Article About Chelsea Manning Case
- Possible plea for cashier suspected of stealing more than $100,000
- Former Raymour & Flanigan accountant admits guilt in theft
- Furniture maker’s office manager imprisoned for theft
- Former Cicero hotel manager admits stealing more than $50,000 on the job
- Syracuse Woman Sentenced for Stealing from Retirement System
- DeWitt man sent to state prison for home improvement scam
Divorce
- How to Protect Your Assets During a Divorce
- The Types of Alimony (Maintenance) Available in New York
- Will You Have to Pay Alimony After Divorce?
- Who Gets the Home in a New York Divorce
- Dealing with Divorce During the Holidays
- Why Would Marital Assets Be Unequally Divided?
- Do I Have to File for Divorce in the Same State I Got Married?
- How Do I Begin Uncontested Divorce Proceedings?
- How Long Will I Have to Pay Alimony?
- How a Prenup Can Impact the Divorce Process
- How Does New York Handle Division of Marital Property During Divorce?
- How Long Does It Take to Get a Divorce in New York?
- What Does It Mean to Be an Equitable Distribution State?
- Summer Divorces
- Preparing for Divorce
- Prenuptial Agreements
- New York No-Fault Divorce
- Five Things You Should Know About Divorcing With Kids
Drug Crimes
- Legal Consequences of a First-Time Federal Drug Trafficking Charge
- New York Drug Possession Charges and Defenses
- New York Drug Charges
DWI
- What Is Leandra’s Law?
- “Not Guilty” Verdict After DWI Trial
- Can a New York DWI Be Reduced?
- What is the Difference Between DWI and DWAI?
Estate Planning
- Why Is Estate Planning Important for Residents of Syracuse?
- Remember Your Cryptocurrency When Estate Planning
- Selecting a Guardian for Young Children
- The Difference Between a Living Trust and a Will
- What Should Be On Your Estate Planning Checklist
- Moving? Remember to Update Your Estate Plan
- How Remarriage Can Impact Estate Planning
- Portability of the Estate Tax Exemption
- Are There Different Types of Trusts Used in Estate Planning?
- The Benefits of a Special Needs Trust
- What Is a Pour Over Will?
- Common Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid
- The Importance of Health Care Directives in Your Estate Plan
Family Law
- Working to Build a Solid Co-Parenting Relationship
- The Best Interest of the Child Standard
- I Had Another Child, Can I Get Child Support Reduced?
- What Should I Look For in a Family Law Attorney?
- How Do You Establish Paternity in New York?
Farming Accident
- Can You Sue for Pesticide Exposure on Syracuse Farms?
- How Does New York State Law Protect Farm Workers in Syracuse From Accidents?
- What Are the Rights of Farm Workers Injured on the Job?
- Understanding the Role of Equipment Malfunction in Farming Accidents
- Most Common Causes of Farming Accidents & How They Can Be Prevented
Firm News
- CDH Law PLLC Announces Move to New Syracuse Office Location
- CDH Law Welcomes New Associate Attorney Nicolas Hurtado
- The Case of Anthony Broadwater’s Exoneration
- Two weeks into criminal justice reform, and prosecutors say they’re struggling to keep up
- DA finds way to keep driver accused of fatal Parkway hit-and-run jailed despite bail reform
- Judge: No choice but to release fatal Onondaga Lake Parkway hit-and-run driver under new law
- Salina man’s bloody murder covered up by grandma’s chili; is drug buddy guilty?
- Convicted wife-killer wants case overturned
- Lawyer Googled Homicide Defense Advice Instead Of Hiring Experts
- Watertown man found not guilty of rape; counsels react
- Jury can’t reach verdict in child sex abuse trial
- Man admits lying to police in probe of girl’s rape, murder
- Syracuse man acquitted of gruesome injury to a homeless man
- Chelsea Manning’s military lawyer, now settled in CNY, reacts to release
- The Long, Lonely Road of Chelsea Manning
- Chelsea M: trying to ‘do the right thing’ when leaked classified info
- Welcome To Our New Website!
- Our own David Hammond featured on ABC Nightline
Medical Malpractice
- When Does a Surgical Error Lead to a Malpractice Lawsuit in New York?
- Is a Missed Stroke a Medical Malpractice Claim?
- Is a Delayed Diagnosis Automatically Medical Malpractice in NY?
- Can You Sue a Syracuse Hospital for Medical Malpractice?
- 5 Dangers of Cosmetic Surgery
- How To Choose a Lawyer for a Medical Malpractice Case
- What Are the Dangers of Misdiagnosing a Medical Condition?
- The Legal Implications of a Failure to Diagnose Cancer
- What Constitutes Hospital Negligence in a Medical Procedure?
- Suing for Surgical Errors: What You Need To Prove
- Misdiagnosis of a Heart Attack: What Are the Legal Consequences?
- Can I Sue If My Condition Was Misdiagnosed?
- What are the Rights of a Patient After a Misdiagnosis?
- Is It Possible to Check My Doctor’s History with Malpractice?
- New York Medical Malpractice Standard of Care
- Negligent Hiring Practices of Hospitals
- What Constitutes Medical Malpractice in New York?
- Elements of a Medical Malpractice Claim
Motorcycle Accidents
- Helmet Laws & Motorcycle Accident Claims in NY: What You Need to Know
- Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents and How to Avoid Them
- New York Insurance Requirements for Motorcycles
Pedestrian Accident
- Can You Sue If You Were Hit on a Sidewalk?
- 6 Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Syracuse
- What Happens If I’m Hit by a Car as a Pedestrian?
- Is the Driver Always At Fault for a Pedestrian Accident?
- What Rights Do Pedestrians Have After an Accident with a Vehicle?
- Keeping Pedestrians Safe
Personal Injury
- What Evidence Do You Need for a Severe Back Injury Claim in Syracuse?
- How Long Do You Have to File a General Personal Injury Case in New York?
- How to Handle Insurance Pushback on Injury Claims
- What to Say to the Insurance Company After an Accident
- How Long Does a Broken Bone Injury Claim Take To Settle in Syracuse?
- The Importance of Seeking Medical Care After an Accident
- Understanding the Different Types of Bone Fractures
- Boating Accidents in the Summer: What You Need to Know
- Amusement Park Injuries: Understanding Your Rights
- Firework Safety and Legal Implications of Accidents During Summer Events
- Are Dog Owners Liable for Bite Injuries?
- Common Accidents that Lead to Spinal Cord Injuries
- Eight Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
- Black Friday Injuries—Can a Retailer be Responsible?
- Criminal Case and Personal Injury Case: What to Consider
- An Intro to Air Bag Injuries
- Long-Term Impacts of Severe Burn Injuries
- Does Summertime Increase the Risk of Personal Injury?
- The Dangers of Tired Drivers
- The Most Common Construction Accident Injuries
- New York Insurance Requirements for Motorcycles
- Are You Considering a Structured Settlement? Here’s What to Know
- New York Winter Driving Hazards
- Keeping Pedestrians Safe
- Think Twice Before Using Social Media After an Accident
- When Settlement Negotiations Don’t Work in Personal Injury Cases
- What are the Most Common Causes of Tractor Trailer Accidents?
- Who is at Fault in a Lane Change Accident?
- Rear-End Collision Injuries
- Be Cautious of These Summer Driving Hazards
- Take These Steps to File an Insurance Claim After an Accident
- What Do I Do If the Insurance Company Wants a Recorded Statement?
- What are Compensatory Damages?
- New York is a No-Fault State. What Does that Mean?
- Elements of a Medical Malpractice Claim
- What You Need to Know About TBIs and Personal Injury Claims
Premises Liability
- What Injuries Can You Suffer in a Slip and Fall Accident?
- Amusement Park Injuries: Understanding Your Rights
- What Are Your Rights After an Incident Due to Inadequate Security?
- What To Do Immediately After a Slip and Fall Accident?
- Why You Need an Attorney for Your Premises Liability Claim
Probate/Estate Administration
Product Liability
- When Amazon or Retailers Can Be Sued for Defective Products
- Recalled Products: Your Rights & Legal Remedies
Real Estate
- 4 Common Disputes in Residential Real Estate Transactions
- Risks of Buying Without Title Insurance in Syracuse
- Can a Lawyer Help Resolve Title Issues Before Closing?
- What Are the Key Steps in a Real Estate Closing Process?
Traffic Defense
- Will a Traffic Ticket Suspend My Driver’s License in Syracuse?
- What Happens if You Miss Your Syracuse Traffic Court Date?
- Is It Worth It to Hire a Lawyer for a Traffic Ticket?
- CDH Law Partners with New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers
- The Most Common New York Traffic Law Violations
- Driver Violation Point System
- Failure to Pay New York Traffic Fines
- What do Points on Your Driving Record Mean?
Trial
Truck Accidents
- Can You Sue for Lost Wages After a Truck Crash?
- Dashcam Footage Can Make or Break Your Case
- How to Identify a Brain Injury After a Truck Accident
- Key Differences in Handling 18-Wheeler Accident Claims
- 5 Steps to Take After a Commercial Vehicle Accident
- How Do the Regulations Governing Truck Driver Hours Affect Accident Claims?
- How Do Truck Accident Claims Differ from Regular Car Accidents?
- Ask the Attorney: I Was in an Accident With a Truck That Was Privately Owned by the Driver and Not the Company He Was Hauling For. Can I Only Bring a Claim Against Him?
- Truckers’ Fatigue Can Lead to Big Injuries
- Beware of these Truck Accident Risk Factors
Uncategorized
White Collar Crime
- What Was Bernie Madoff’s Ponzi Scheme?
- Embezzlement and its Potential Penalties
- What is a White Collar Crime?
Wills and Trusts
- The Difference Between a Living Trust and a Will
- Are There Different Types of Trusts Used in Estate Planning?
Wrongful Death
Team Members
- Clifton C. Carden III, Esq.
- Matthew D. Dotzler, Esq.
- J. David Hammond, Esq.
- Brian Nelson Tedd, Esq.
- Nicolas Hurtado, Esq.
- Joshua M. Gillette, Esq.
- Investigator Curtis A. Brown
- Investigator Dan Myers
- Christopher Plochocki
- Brandon M. Jones
- Maie Genant
- María V Castano
- Domonic D. Mitchell
- Alexis R. Pero