February 14th, 2012
As every New Year comes along it comes a time for us to reflect on the past and look to the future with hope. We look at our past goals and see if they were accomplished or not, what we made happen in our lives in that year, and what we can look forward to in the upcoming year that we can strive to do or make better. However, one aspect that truly makes individuals not only feel safer, but have a sense of community is that of individuals and law enforcement doing their part from start to finish.
2011 was certainly an interesting year for many, especially that for New York City citizens. One aspect that New Yorkers truly saw in 2011 was that of a DWI decrease by a record number of 13 percent. Many states, and cities never see a number like this with any crime drop to this caliber and it certainly begins to set the standard with present and future expectations of laws being carried out through and through for the citizens and visitors of New York City.
Many have begun to think of course we like the numbers and results we are seeing, but how is such a great thing happening at the moment? Well, many factors contribute to that of crime rate. Today, the United States is in an economic recession, which has left people left and right counting money now by literally every cent they have.
When an individual gets a DWI charge or conviction they have to pay numerous legal and non-legal fees in order to appease all parties that are associated with the incident. Also, many employers do not like to hire or even have criminals on their payroll. Although a DWI can seem minor to some, it is a huge deal in that of a company or business and could easily impact their sales or profits.
In one way or another individuals in New York City have certainly begun to start the new year out properly with great past results and numbers. Hopefully, as we look to the future in 2012 and future years we can hope to see the number of DWIs drop even more significantly.
When dealing with a criminal charge, or instance do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a criminal charge, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your circumstances at the time. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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February 10th, 2012
As we grow up no matter where we come from, who raised us, or what school we went to we all know what a rule or law is. Whether it be a teacher making it a rule to be quite in the classroom, a team making it a rule to run laps after practice, or a university setting a curfew to students on some nights of the week when we encounter rules we are expected to first observe, understand, and follow them from beginning to end. However, do you always know the way of the laws through and through?
A DWI is a serious charge, and potential conviction for anyone. When you drink and drive you are submitting not only yourself, but also everyone and everything that is around you and your motor vehicle at risk of injury, and even death. When you are driving and are pulled over by a police officer, or law enforcement entity it can be assumed that a DWI investigation has begun if they have reason to believe the driver of the vehicle is under the influence of alcohol or other substances.
When a DWI investigation is taking place an officer can ask the individual to submit to a field sobriety test as well as a breathalyzer exam. However, can you refuse to partake is one, or both exams? The answer is yes you can, but make sure that you understand what all can occur from simply saying “No”.
Most of the time if an individual refuses to participate in either one the state can suspend the individual’s license for a period of time in order to enlist some form of punishment on them. Although if you do not participate in the actual field test or breath test, officers can still get a court order or require that you submit to a blood test in order to test the blood alcohol content, or BAC, of the individual.
If you are charged and convicted of a DWI and found guilty within the court of law you now not only have your license suspended for a previous period of time, but also whatever the court sees fair to add on to the prior suspension as well as fines, required rehabilitative programs, and even jail time.
Before you simply just say “No” that you understand and have separated fact from fiction, or better yet simply leave the driving to a designated driver, and let alcohol stick to being mixed with drinks not driving.
When dealing with a criminal charge, or instance do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a criminal charge, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your circumstances at the time. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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January 19th, 2012
Divorce is a huge aspect of American culture today. Years ago no one would have ever dreamed about divorce while the “American Dream” days were in motion. However, divorce can now be seen, felt, and gone through by many Americans today. Now, studies have shown that about 1 in 3 Americans are likely to not only be divorced from one marriage at one point or another, but also likely to get remarried and then face the possibility of yet another divorce. Yet, when you do go through a divorce you need all the help you can get.
People make mistakes it is just a fact of life. However, when you’re going through a divorce you have to make sure that those mistakes are minimized in order for you to win your assets and your overall peace of mind. One common mistake that people usually make is that they forget to change all their passwords on email addresses, social networking websites, and even old cellphones. Former spouses can easily access sensitive information that may make or break your case instantly. Also, a lot of individuals today are known to have financial information on such devices, which can heavily impact what your former spouse could be after.
Another mishap that people tend to make when going through a divorce is that they tend to make everything an emotional issue rather than a rational issue. Yes, a divorce is a rough time on anyone’s life, but it is important to realize it is the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next. However, you do not want what has happened in the past to impact your future so make sure to always think in the aspect of an outside person looking in and take advice to heart from your legal consul.
Finally, with emotions already running high an individual can easily frustrate judges, which is highly advised not to do. Make sure to always be on time for scheduled court proceedings, and make reasonable requests in the interest for all parties involved in the divorce.
If you or a loved one is either going through a divorce, or would like more information about your divorce options in New York, do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a divorce, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your divorce. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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January 17th, 2012
In this day and age our society has become more and more dependent on technology and its ability to form and structure itself around the needs of what we need even at a moments notice. Today, we have the cellphone, computer, even iPods that have become very active parts of our lives and roles in what we do each and every day. Without technology today we would not have many things that deal with not only our personal security, but also that of our friends, family and loved ones. However, technology does not always work out to be the best for some people.
Recently, a case in New York dealt with an individual who was facing charges in court for being intoxicated while being behind the wheel of a motor vehicle also known as a DWI, or DUI. The facts state that the man was asked to submit to a breathalyzer test in order to solidify whether or not the man was under the influence of alcohol by giving a blood alcohol content reading, or BAC.
The man had a BAC of .09, which is a hundredth of a point over the legal limit for the state of New York, which is set at .08 like most states. However, the man claimed in court that the case should be dismissed due to a portable breathalyzer being used versus a stationary breathalyzer that is located actually within law enforcement offices. He claimed that the reliability of the portable breathalyzer was less than that of a stationary and simply could not be trusted.
Although many studies have shown the inaccuracy that some breathalyzer devices have the judge did not see eye to eye with the man, and stated that his claim of the results dealing with the device being portable did not defeat the fact the man was under the influence of alcohol while being behind the wheel of a vehicle.
One thing that alcohol doesn’t mix with is driving, and it is best to never drink and drive and always rely on a designated driver, or taxi vehicle.
When dealing with a criminal charge, or instance do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a criminal charge, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your circumstances at the time. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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December 27th, 2011
From the time that we are children the world around us vastly changes from things that are positive such as technological advances, to those that are negative like warfare, and economic depressions. However, through each experience one can only assume that we take away new ideas that will apply to those future experiences one can expect to encounter. Socially, the United States has grown in the past half century especially with that of homosexuality, and same-sex couples. From opinions of good, bad, and people just in the middle of the whole thing the country has drastically changed.
In the past homosexuality was viewed as intolerable, and just something that no one spoke of, but today it is an active part of society and politics. Today, same-sex marriages are allowed in some states, but are still not legal in most. However, the marriage, or partnership either way is similar to that of a heterosexual couple being married the good years, the bad years, and the just plain ugly years. Divorce is also actively planted in that of same-sex couples marriage. Although it might be a little different than that of a traditional couples divorce the basic same principals and affects are still active.
When a same-sex couple begins their marriage, or partnership it is highly advised that a pre-nuptial agreement is signed so that assets are divisible by what was prior to the relationship. Also a healthcare proxy should be prepared properly for all members within the family unit. If children have been the product of a prior marriage, or relationship the couple should consider adopting the child of the prior relationship in order to make a “legal” parent apparent. Finally, a will, or estate plan should be drafted cohesively in order for the assets be set aside in the event the death of one member of the relationship dies.
Same-sex or heterosexual, both are the same when it deals with divorce in this day and age. No matter what sexual orientation steps should be taken successfully in order to ensure that in the event of a divorce, or not assets are divided properly, fairly, and justly.
If you or a loved one is either going through a divorce, or would like more information about your divorce options in New York, do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a divorce, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your divorce. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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December 13th, 2011
Through the years of the United States we can see the historical changes in textbooks all across classrooms throughout the country. We learn of wars that this country has been built on, strong acts of individual nationalism and compassion, and especially the laws in which this country is lain upon. The laws within the country impact us in various ways, shapes, and forms and ultimately impact what we choose to do and the punishment that is enacted upon those who break them. However, are laws really being followed through and through?
We change laws over time in accordance with what a present society needs within a country such as texting and driving laws, abortion laws, and the legality of drugs. However, some laws do not get changed such as a past law that states that a horse can not be tied up on Main Street during the church hour in some cities, or trading of agriculture and materials for other materials that still exists in some states law stature. However, we expect our laws either way to be followed through especially if we are the ones not breaking them everyday.
The law of family court states that the proceedings are suppose to public and able to be sat through by all. However, why are there stop signs at the doors? Why are the doors locked that lead into the courtrooms during these proceedings? Guards are even put at doorways to confront those challenging the authority of those attempting to enter. The law clearly states that these courtrooms are suppose to be public, and that anyone can enter. Yet, why are individuals who only have “official business” allowed to enter?
Although the law is not being followed properly who would really want to sit through someone’s personal family case that many emotions, and life long decisions can be laid on the line that depends on past actions, and present judge decisions. Either way if a law is made it’s expected to be followed from start to finish. Whether or not it’s stealing, abuse, or entering a courtroom the stature should be examined and followed from the first to last word.
If you or a loved one is either going through a divorce, or would like more information about your divorce options in New York, do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a divorce, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your divorce. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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November 16th, 2011
Everyday we face many challenges and aspects of life. Whether it be winning the lottery, or scraping your knee a person can see both sides of the positive and the negative. When people have relationships they do the same. They have their good days, and their bad days. When taking your wedding vows your promise to have and hold as long as you both shall live. Of course people in the past century and those before have taken that phrase very seriously. Yet, today many people are turning to divorce.
What is a divorce you might ask? Some people will automatically think that a divorce is the result of arguing, or having differences with the former spouse. However, that is not the true definition of what a divorce is. Divorce is defined as being a legal separation of spouses by the court of law, in which assets are split as agreed by both parties. Homes, cars, finances, and children are the hot topics when lawyers and their staff mediate a divorce.
As previously stated many think of divorce as an option, not as a last resort. Some marriages involve one spouse participating in drug use, or domestic violence, which could easily affect the other spouse as well as any children within the home. Infidelity is also recognized as a reason for divorce. Studies show that men are more likely to commit infidelity, but the number of women is rising greatly.
With all these possibilities it surly as many thinking of why would a person even want to get married. Marriage is the act of legal pronouncing a couple’s love and binding their lives together physically and emotionally. Although many married couples do not always serve as great examples some are truly out there.
Divorce is a sticky situation itself during the overall process, but also before and after. A reliable legal team, and lawyer should be carefully chosen to help the spouse fight for their rights, and their lives back.
If you or a loved one is either going through a divorce, or would like more information about your divorce options in New York, do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a divorce, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your divorce. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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November 15th, 2011
At the beginning of any new relationship most individuals are happy, and positive about the outlook for the relationships length and impact it will have on their life. As time changes, so does the relationship itself in many forms. From dating to marriage many aspects can change entirely. Especially, when children are brought into the mix. Divorce is a topic that many are familiar with: the good, the bad, and the ugly. However, what happens when one spouse literally fears their lives due to their husband? What should you do for your protection now and later?
Many lawyers and judges alike are telling those women who fear that their husband to get an order of protection will harm them. An order of protection is basically what it says in it’s title, it is a law order in which a spouse, or former spouse cannot participate in some forms of communication with their wives. Yet, which one is right for which situation?
There are actually three different types of order of protections. The first one is a “stay away” order in which the husband is not permitted to get within a certain amount of feet of their wife, but can still make contact with them. The next is a “no contact” order, which not only does not allow a husband to see the wife, but also cannot have any form of communication with the wife such as text messaging, emails, or phone calls. The final act is known as “illegal contact”, which basically states that an illegal activity a husband submits the wife to will not only be charged, but at its highest degree.
To get an order of protection, a wife must show evidence that a family offense was done that endangered, or threatened her, or the family in any way. Although women usually file order of protections, men are equally able to do so as well with the same requirement.
Overall, divorce should be dealt with calmly and normally not by threatening or foul play. When you are going through a divorce you need a legal team and lawyer that you can not only count on, but also can trust through and through.
If you or a loved one is either going through a divorce, or would like more information about your divorce options in New York, do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a divorce, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your divorce. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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October 23rd, 2011
The thought of the horror stories of divorce should be enough to scare you. If you are affected by a divorce searching for an experienced divorce attorney should begin immediately. Divorce is a time of indescribable stress and confusion. Legal counsel can answer the many questions you have racing through your mind. What will you do? Who keeps the house and the children? How will you pay for it all? Experienced attorney that frequently address the issue of divorce in and out of court will provide you with much needed insight to the situation. Knowing the cans and can not’s, the in’s and out’s of a divorce and a courtroom is a much needed relief to a nervous client. The expertise an attorney brings to the table can help get you what you deserve and are entitled to in a divorce.
A time of family adversity is a trying time and you must retain a divorce attorney that you are comfortable with, can be honest with and one that will be honest with the client. Personal knowledge of the clients is most helpful to the attorney fighting implement the best plan for the individual client. Compassion and understanding make handling the divorce issues easier to bear. Attempting to go through a divorce without the guidance of trained legal professionals would bring more unnecessary stress to the situation at hand.
Attorneys with knowledge of the divorce laws for New York are able to use their experience to obtain the best solution to your divorce. They are trained to negotiate for you. Knowledge of the system allows them to know when and where to bend and when to stand firm and not waiver. Legal that has your best interest at heart will remain in good terms with Judges and courtroom officials. Choosing the best attorney for your unique situation will be one of the smartest decisions made throughout the entire course of the divorce.
Steve Buitron will give you the advantage you need to get all you deserve. At the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron, we represent people in family law disputes pertaining to divorce, custody, child support, spousal support and paternity. We provide legal assistance anywhere in the Upstate New York area. Experienced, caring personal representation is readily available. To schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We have a clear understanding of the law and will provide stability and security to our clients.
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October 11th, 2011
In life, the decisions that we make a certain time within our lives undoubtedly impact what happens to our future selves and what we can plan on encountering. When we meet a spouse, we tend to stick with all the positive attributes that they bring to the table rather than looking at the spectrum as a whole and evaluating everything that is being brought from that individual. However, one thing that can pinpoint everything within an individual is a divorce.
A divorce can bring not only aspects that were pushed aside about an individual forward, but also other, more serious tones within a person. No one wants to deal with a divorce, but inevitably as the phrase goes “you reek what you sew”. People usually do not fall in love, plan a wedding, and get married thinking about all the options, or pathways the marriage could go. Divorce is something that has now plagued over half of married Americans, which is always on the steady rise.
Recently, studies have shown that those going through a divorce, before or after, should seek help with all these issues with a therapist, or someone simply just to talk about it all versus keeping it bottled up inside. Yes, you could always talk to a friend, or loved one, but a therapist is there to help clearly identify the issues at hand step by step. Also, therapist should not have a strong, biased opinion like some others you could easily talk to.
If emotional issues are not taken care of properly they can easily influence your physical self as well. Studies have shown that those going through a divorce who does not let the stress, or emotions of the divorce out not only are easily susceptible to depression, but also have a higher suicide rate. Even more so, mental illnesses can also easily be diagnosed to a person who does not properly handle the emotional aspect of a divorce, which can then lead to multiple medications needed simply to go through day-to-day life.
If you or a loved one is either going through a divorce, or would like more information about your divorce options in New York, do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Steven C. Buitron. When you are going through a divorce, you do not need to worry about the experience, or commitment of your lawyer. Our lawyers are dedicated to help you fight for the justice you seek when dealing you your divorce. In order to schedule a free initial consultation, e-mail us or call us toll-free at (315) 422-1080. Our office is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and we are available on nights and weekends by appointment. We also do jail visits. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
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