DWI

A DWI arrest can leave you feeling stressed and unsure about what happens next. You may worry about your license, your job and how the charge could affect your future. While every case is different, the steps you take after the arrest can make a real difference. It is...

Exceeding the legal BAC limit of 0.08% can lead to DWI charges. If you have been drinking, then it is natural to wonder if there is anything you can do to get your BAC to go down faster. You certainly want to avoid a DWI arrest. There are many different tactics that...

Losing your driver’s license feels like losing your independence. You might struggle to get to work, take your children to school or simply manage your daily chores. This situation can be stressful, but a path exists to regain your driving privileges. Understanding...

You saw the flashing lights, failed the test and spent the night in a cell. Now the question hits: could a DWI cost you your job? While New York is an at-will employment state, your rights are subject to specific statutory protections. Whether an employer can legally...

Officers who have reason to suspect you are driving under the influence may pull you over and ask you to take part in standardized field sobriety tests. These tests alone cannot reliably prove whether or not you were driving under the influence of alcohol. However,...

When a law enforcement officer stops you, it can be overwhelming. The encounter makes you nervous, especially when they ask you to submit to a blood test. In your mind, you think that refusing the test will prevent a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge. Choosing...

Unfortunately, a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge or conviction can negatively impact your career. In New York, employment and DWI laws are often related to one another. Understanding state regulations is essential to protecting your livelihood. The reality of...

If you take prescription medication, you may wonder how it affects a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test. Many drivers assume BAC reflects alcohol use alone, but medications can influence test results and how officers interpret them. Understanding these effects...

You may assume a drunk driving arrest affects only the driver. In New York, that is usually true, but certain situations place responsibility on the person who provided alcohol. Understanding how social host liability works helps you avoid unexpected legal trouble...

If you end up in a hospital after an accident, you might assume your medical tests stay private. But when police suspect alcohol involvement, that privacy can change. In New York, prosecutors can use hospital blood draws as DWI evidence if they obtain them lawfully....