Depending on which party you are in a criminal prosecution, a mistrial can be either a huge inconvenience or advantage if viewed from a legal strategic standpoint. Defined simply, a mistrial is a trial that the presiding judge brings to an end before a determination on the merits of the case is reached. This can […]

Understanding the RICO Act Definition of RICO The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act is a federal law designed to combat organized crime by imposing extended criminal penalties and providing a civil cause of action for acts performed as part of an ongoing criminal organization. Under the RICO Act, a pattern of racketeering activity […]

By: Brian Newman, Esquire We often have clients with loved ones that are engaging in self-destructive behavior, either from drug use or mental health problems, who refuse to get help. These clients want to force the person to seek help for their own good. Unfortunately, it is difficult to force an adult to do something […]

By William E. Moore, Esquire Imagine responding to a knock on the door to discover several police officers waving a paper demanding to search your home. That piece of paper is a search warrant issued by a local judge giving the police the authority to search for items listed on the warrant. If you are […]

Most of us have heard about Miranda Rights, but very few know and understand just how important they are for every person who is interrogated by the police. What are Miranda Rights? If you’ve ever watched a television show or movie about crime, then you’ve likely heard the phrase “you have the right to remain […]