Civil rights are fundamental in ensuring fair treatment and legal protection against discrimination for every individual. However, recognizing when these rights have been violated can be challenging. At Sivin, Miller & Roche, LLP, we believe in empowering our clients and readers with the knowledge to identify potential civil rights violations. Here’s a guide to help you understand if your civil…
Navigating the intricate landscape of civil rights and criminal defense requires experience, passion, and an unwavering commitment to justice. At Sivin, Miller & Roche LLP, a premier New York law firm, we are dedicated to these principles, ensuring that every individual we represent is afforded the rights and liberties they are entitled to. In this blog post, we explore the…
When you get hurt because of a police shooting and there is no reason to think you are a serious threat, it is called unjustified deadly force. Law enforcement officers may only use such force when faced with a genuine and immediate threat. This threat must pose a...
Emerging technologies such as aerial drones with facial recognition software and gunshot detection systems have revolutionized law enforcement in New York over the past few years. They can help keep track of fleeing suspects, observe protesters and access areas that...
The killing of George Floyd by a police officer in 2020 sparked a wave of racial injustice protests across America. Many people took part in these demonstrations to speak against the brutal actions of police officers. In response, cities deployed law enforcement to...
Forensic evidence plays a crucial role in New York criminal investigations, often determining guilt or innocence. However, the inherent flaws and potential biases that come with certain types of forensic evidence, from the misuse of techniques to issues surrounding...
Getting arrested is a frightening experience, but getting detained for no reason is aggravating. Even though humanity has advanced in many ways, there are still occasions when police arrest someone based on their appearance. A person may be able to sue for wrongful...
Wrongful arrests and criminal convictions represent the dark side of the U.S. justice system. But a recent move by Manhattan’s top attorney takes one bold step toward addressing this injustice. Last week, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg threw out more than 300...
The duty of a law enforcement officer is to protect the people of their assigned jurisdiction. Therefore, the state grants them a degree of power to enforce the law. The problem is when police officers abuse their power through violence and violate the rights of the...
A New York man who spent 24 years behind bars for a crime he did not commit walked out of a Putnam County courtroom a free man on Feb. 27 after a jury returned a not guilty verdict after just a few hours of deliberation. The man’s fate was left in the hands of a jury...