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The Reality of Drug Trafficking in the Empire State Let me paint you a picture of what we’re dealing with...

Getting slapped with a criminal mischief charge can feel like a punch to the gut, especially when you’re staring down...

Getting charged with criminal obstruction of breathing might sound like legal jargon, but trust me, it’s a serious matter that...

Getting slapped with a menacing in the second degree charge can feel like getting hit by a freight train you...

The Moment That Changes Everything You’re running late for work, coffee in hand, when you hear a slight scraping sound...

What Constitutes Forcible Touching Under NY Law Forcible touching allegations can derail your life in an instant. Under New York...

Let me paint you a picture that I see far too often in my practice: It’s Friday night in Manhattan,...

Victory in High-Stakes Federal Asset Forfeiture Case At Lebedin Kofman LLP, we recently secured a major legal victory, successfully recovering...

Predatory sexual assault stands as one of the most heinous crimes in our legal system. At Lebedin Kofman LLP, our...

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in New York carries severe penalties that can profoundly affect your personal...

It is difficult for police officers to detect if you are under the influence of drugs unless they pull you...

Understanding the difference between being detained and being arrested is essential when facing legal issues in New York. While both...

An assault charge can tarnish one’s reputation, disrupt careers, and significantly affect personal life. The possibility of a criminal record...

Plea bargaining plays a critical role in the criminal justice system, particularly in assault cases where the stakes are high....

Harassment charges can have serious consequences, affecting your reputation, job, and personal life. However, it’s important to know that there...

A DWI arrest in New York is a serious matter that can lead to significant legal consequences. Knowing the common...

Facing aggravated assault charges in New York can be overwhelming and life-changing. These charges come with serious consequences, including the...

Domestic violence is a significant issue in the United States, with the National Coalition for Domestic Violence reporting that approximately...

You should not be arrested if you have a blood alcohol content (BAC) reading between 0.00 and 0.04. In that...

Bail jumping, also known as “skipping bail” or “failure to appear,” is a criminal offense that occurs when an individual...

According to a study by RAINN.org, almost a third of sexual assault cases happened while the victim was traveling or...

Facing a federal indictment in New York can be an overwhelming and life-altering experience, especially given the severe consequences of...

Resisting arrest or obstructing the police in arresting another person is illegal under New York law. According to § 205.30...

When someone is arrested, a cascade of events is set in motion, each with significant legal implications. Understanding what comes...

Under New York State law, no person shall knowingly rent, lease, or lend a motor vehicle to a person known...

Welfare fraud is a serious crime that can lead to severe consequences if convicted. It involves obtaining public assistance benefits...

In legal proceedings, particularly assault trials in New York, the discovery process plays a pivotal role in shaping the defense...

When facing DWI charges in New York, you are considered innocent until the prosecution has proven you guilty beyond a...

In the complex legal landscape of New York, understanding the nuances of pretrial hearings in assault cases is crucial for...

In New York, asserting self-defense in an assault case is not merely about claiming you felt threatened; it involves demonstrating...

Facing false accusations of assault in New York can have profound personal and professional consequences. Such charges can damage your...

In assault cases, an alibi defense serves as a crucial strategy where the defendant demonstrates they were in a different...

Felony assault in New York is a severe criminal charge that is typically levied when an individual is accused of...

Assault charges in New York are serious offenses that carry significant legal consequences. Whether the charge is for third-degree, second-degree,...

In New York City, theft of services is a significant concern that involves unlawfully obtaining services without paying for them...

Refusals are a whole subsection of DWI law on their own. Someone who refuses the breath or blood test will...

Extortion is a crime that falls under the broader category of grand larceny by extortion in New York. It involves...

Handling cases related to weapon possession in criminal law requires careful strategy and deep legal knowledge. Successful resolution of such...

It is important to know the landscape of where the case is heard. In Manhattan, for example, there are no...

As experienced New York City criminal defense attorneys, we hear this question from people we speak to almost daily. It...

The state of New York takes drunk driving offenses very seriously. However, DWI charges and penalties vary depending on many...

In New York law, sexual assault is the umbrella term used to define sex crimes involving nonconsensual touching or sexual...

If you have been the victim of false arrest or malicious prosecution by a police officer, you may be entitled...

False criminal accusations can have devastating consequences on an individual’s life, reputation, and future. It is essential to grasp the...

Federal charges and indictments are an aspect of the criminal justice system that pertains to crimes punishable under federal law....

Recently, the law firm of Lebedin Kofman had a major victory in defending an NYPD officer who was charged with...

Lebedin Kofman is now defending Mr. Torres-Rincon, who is charged in New York County. 24-year-old, Yamil Torres-Rincon, has been arraigned...

Lebedin Kofman LLP has been retained for the defense of a BMW driver who police say critically injured another motorist...

The NYPD pulled over our client for allegedly running a red light in Manhattan. The client was then arrested for...

The NYPD raided our client’s home, supposedly looking for a gun that her son had. When they could not find...

After an aggressive defense, Lebedin Kofman was able to secure a full dismissal of a felony gun case. Lebedin Kofman...

34-year-old, Daniel Arlequin, was accused of the murder of his 48-year-old girlfriend, Tania Gonzalo, yesterday following years of alleged abuse....

Attorney Arthur Lebedin was featured on NBC Nightly News, discussing the consequences an individual could face if they default on their...

The statistics of medical errors is shockingly alarming.  Thousands of people are injured and die from medical mistakes every year....