Case Results

Corporate Legal Affairs Case | Tax Compliance Strategy for Foreign Employee Assignments advisor

A Washington D.C.–based corporation sought corporate legal affairs support to prepare for an upcoming tax compliance review involving foreign employees temporarily assigned from its overseas parent entity. Because U.S. federal tax rules and District of Columbia income tax regulations apply residency based taxation to foreign nationals who exceed certain physical presence thresholds, the company needed a comprehensive assessment of potential tax exposure. This redesigned case study outlines how the corporate legal affairs advisory team restructured the tax analysis, realigned the legal framework with U.S. and D.C. tax laws, and guided the company through the creation of a fully compliant tax reporting strategy.

Personal Injury Law Firm in New York | Defense Representation for a Client Accused of Causing Physical Injury Through Alleged Viral Transmission

Accusations involving the intentional transmission of a virus or skin infection can, under New York Penal Law, fall within the scope of “physical injury” when the complaining witness alleges impairment of physical condition or substantial pain. Because NY Penal Law §120.00 does not require visible wounds or forceful impact, police departments often initiate an investigation whenever a complainant claims that physical contact caused a medical condition.In this matter, a personal injury law firm in New York represented a client who was wrongfully accused of causing a skin related viral infection after the end of a brief dating relationship. The complainant asserted that the client’s physical contact transmitted a virus, thereby constituting “Assault in the Third Degree.”Through structured investigation, medical documentation, and evidence centered advocacy, the personal injury law firm successfully demonstrated the absence of intent, absence of causation, and absence of any medically supported physical injury under NY Penal Law—ultimately securing a “No Criminal Liability / Case Closed with No Charges” determination.

DUI Record – How a New York Defense Team Reduced Penalties for a Re-Offense DUI Case

Understanding a DUI Record is essential when facing DUI charges in New York especially for individuals with a prior conviction. Repeat-offense cases trigger enhanced penalties, stricter judicial scrutiny, and a real risk of incarceration.In this case study, a New York driver with an existing DUI Record was arrested a second time after driving intoxicated following a family gathering. He immediately sought legal counsel. A coordinated defense team thoroughly reviewed his DUI Record, prepared extensive mitigation materials, and negotiated a significantly reduced, non-custodial sentence despite a high BAC and a prior offense within New York’s statutory lookback period.

Aggravated Crimes Defense Case | Roadway Misinterpretation Incident Resulting in Non Prosecution

When a driver in Washington D.C. becomes the subject of a criminal investigation due to aggressive or retaliatory driving allegations, the situation can escalate quickly and expose the individual to serious aggravated crimes classifications including threats, reckless endangerment, or assault related offenses under District law. In this case, a commuter bus driver was mistakenly reported for intentionally threatening another vehicle during a lane change sequence, which initially drew scrutiny under statutes related to criminal threats and aggressive driving. Because the District of Columbia imposes strict obligations on drivers, including those operating commercial vehicles, police treated the report as a potential aggravated misconduct incident. However, through structured legal analysis, evidentiary clarification, and early intervention by counsel, the matter resulted in a no papering decision due to insufficient evidence of intent. This case demonstrates how allegations that appear at first glance to fit within the broad scope of aggravated crimes may ultimately be resolved favorably when factual context, driver conduct, and roadway limitations are correctly established.