Yes, when couples divorce in Buffalo, men are as able to seek alimony (called “spousal maintenance” in New York) as women are. The deciding factor when it comes to an award of spousal maintenance is income. If you are the lower earning spouse in the marriage, and your spouse earns enough money to pay an…
A Buffalo snowmobiler who is operating under the influence of alcohol may face serious charges. When a snowmobiler is involved in an accident or is stopped for violating any of the regulations surrounding operation of a snowmobile, the Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation law authorizes a police officer to ask the operator to take a…
Nearly all DWI arrests in the Buffalo area involve a driver operating a motor vehicle on a public highway – a location where New York’s rules of the road would clearly apply. When a driver is accused of drinking and driving when not on a public highway, however, whether New York’s DWI laws apply depends…
Nearly every Buffalo driver stopped on suspicion of DWI will be asked to submit to a breath test to determine his or her blood alcohol content. If a driver does not submit to the breath test, he or she will face penalties for refusing the test, even if any drinking and driving charges are ultimately…
When a Buffalo driver is arrested for drinking and driving, the results of a breath test to measure his or her blood alcohol content can be a critical piece of evidence. To administer a breath test, a police officer must complete a training course and be issued a permit to perform the test by the…
Friedman & Ranzenhofer Offer Help To Those Arrested On Hazing In The Second Degree (NY PL 120.17) Charges Hazing in the Second Degree (NY PL 120.17) is charged in Buffalo when prosecutors believe they can prove that, in the course of another person’s initiation or affiliation with any organization, you intentionally or recklessly engaged in…
Hazing is an issue which has been addressed in various ways by nearly all states, and at every college and university throughout New York. Because Hazing can pose a significant risk to a person’s health and safety, NY PL 120.16 specifically defines hazing, and prohibits it. Hazing is intentionally or recklessly engaging in conduct which…
No, unless you are under a specialized custody agreement, you definitely don’t have to plan your visitation time to the second and give your ex a roadmap of your whereabouts. For the most part, ensuring that your ex can contact you via cell phone is adequate. If you’re stepping into a movie, for instance, and…
American seniors are healthier than ever, but also live with chronic and progressive diseases that are often well controlled for decades. As you consider retirement, it’s absolutely justified to think about what the future might hold for any ongoing health condition, and take reasonable steps to protect your wealth and your family should additional care…
Menacing A Police Officer Defense Attorney There are few charges more dangerous in Buffalo than allegations that you threatened or assaulted an authority figure like a police officer. Under New York Penal Law Section 120.18, you are charged with Menacing a Police Officer when you, according to the allegation, intentionally: ● place or attempt to…
