On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Apr 2, 2020 | Firm News
For those convicted of drug crimes in New York, prison may not be the most effective or appropriate response. Federal and state lawmakers have struggled for decades over the best way to address drug crimes. Researchers have gathered years of data to try and figure out...
On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Dec 17, 2019 | Firm News
The state of New York takes drinking and driving seriously, and there are strict penalties for those who drive over the legal limit. There are different factors that affect how the body metabolizes alcohol, and this means that some can drink more than others before...
On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Dec 15, 2019 | Firm News
There are many risk factors that can make an auto crash more probable, especially during the winter. Not only does ice, snow and heavy rain pose a threat in many parts of the U.S., but other weather-related factors can lead to a collision as well. For example, someone...
On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Dec 11, 2019 | Firm News
The holiday season has officially arrived in New York and the rest of the U.S. As you start to finalize celebration plans and gifts, you likely are not scheduling a trip to the emergency room. Channel 3000 sat down with an ER doctor to discuss common holiday...
On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Nov 25, 2019 | Firm News
As a New York driver, you likely already know that you must have uninsured motorist coverage a/k/a UM coverage in order to drive. However, you can choose whether or not to pay an additional premium to avail yourself of underinsurance coverage a/k/a UIM coverage and...
On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Nov 21, 2019 | Firm News
When an individual accused of white-collar crime in New York enters into a plea bargain arrangement — saving the court system the time and cost of a trial — there may be a greater chance for a judge to demonstrate a certain degree of leniency regarding the sentence...
On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Oct 28, 2019 | Firm News
Encountering a potentially aggressive dog is an intimidating experience. While it’s the responsibility of the dog owner to keep their animal secured, far too many people don’t take the issue seriously, which can lead to significant injuries. That’s...
On behalf of Tinari, O'Connell & Osborn, LLP | Oct 16, 2019 | Firm News
With new attention being brought to wrongful convictions in New York and throughout the country, many are focused on identifying why people are wrongfully convicted before it happens. Some spent decades of their lives behind bars for crimes they did not commit and...
| Jul 18, 2019 | Firm News
Police officers have the difficult responsibilities of keeping people safe and maintaining order. This unfortunately means that they commonly have to arrest citizens who break the law. Officers cannot simply arrest people because they feel like it though. They must...
| Jul 15, 2019 | Firm News
It’s a warning you’ve probably heard before, but one that is worth repeating: Construction jobs in New York City are quite dangerous for workers. That warning leaves out some important context. It’s not just that those construction jobs are dangerous...
