On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Mar 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
If a case ever hinges mainly on the testimony of an eyewitness, you need to carefully consider just how robust that testimony may be. The eyewitness may seem confident. They may influence a jury. That does not mean they are telling the truth, and the issues with their...
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Mar 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
You probably already know that unless you invite the police into your home or they witness a crime in progress, they need a warrant to conduct most searches. What you may not realize is that some of the most incriminating evidence police may find can occur in a legal...
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Feb 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Assault is one of the more common violent criminal charges that people find themselves facing in New York. Even people who usually abide by the law can make a mistake during an argument or confrontation that could lead to allegations of assault if someone gets hurt....
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Feb 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
Despite the widespread tolerance of marijuana across the nation, possessing this substance is still a crime in New York. This means that you could face a range of penalties if you are convicted of possession and other drug offenses. Just as you would when facing more...
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Feb 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
Making mistakes is an unfortunate and unavoidable part of the corporate world. Mistakes can teach us better ways to operate our careers and businesses, but they can also destroy a company’s reputation and success. When an entrepreneur unknowingly makes mistakes that...
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Feb 20, 2020 | Firm News
If you’re ever charged with a crime, the law supposes that you’re innocent until proven guilty. There’s no second standard for innocence or guilt that’s written into the law and based on your race or wealth. But that second, unwritten standard has long wormed its way...
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Feb 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
For some people, the discovery that they are suspected of potential criminal activity occurs when law enforcement officers arrive at their home or place of business to arrest them. Other people find out about a pending investigation long before the police have any...
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Feb 18, 2020 | Firm News
There are many circumstances that can lead to a homicide. Some homicide crimes include manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. However, in New York, first-degree murder is the most serious homicide crime a person could be charged with. The elements of...
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Feb 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
A few years ago, federal authorities seemed to be heavily investigating pharmacies, pain clinics and individual doctors for signs of Medicare fraud and assorted drug crimes. Now, the focus has shifted once again. Going into 2020 and beyond, you can generally expect...
On behalf of Law Office of John Buza, P.C. | Dec 3, 2019 | Firm News
You’re heading to trial, and the prosecutor is likely busy building a case against you right now. You may be wishing you could see into their head as you form your game plan, and there might just be a way. Prosecutors close millions of cases every year. Having a...
