The final value of a personal injury settlement depends on the severity of the injuries, clarity of liability, medical expenses, lost income, and the ability to prove damages. Understanding these elements helps victims and their attorneys prepare strong claims and negotiate fair settlements. By knowing what impacts settlement amounts, individuals can make informed decisions, protect […]
New York’s volunteer fire service saves taxpayers $3.8 billion per year. Financial and cultural changes in today’s society have resulted in a decrease in the number of volunteers, from approximately 120,000 volunteers in the early 2000s to around 80,000 today. While we are not at the point of a crisis, more volunteers are needed to […]
The Haverstraw Police Department, in partnership with investigators from the Rockland County Intelligence Center, conducted a proactive operation focused on combating fraud and identity theft within the community. Detectives and Community Resource Officers visited all gas stations, along with multiple convenience stores and other businesses that utilize publicly accessible credit card machines where skimming devices […]
Former Rockland County Corrections Officer John Kezek, 40, of Anderson County, Tennessee, was sentenced to two consecutive one-year terms in Rockland County Jail before the Honorable Robert. J. Prisco, Feb. 13, 2026. In October 2025, Kezek, formerly from Florida, New York, was accused of falsifying drug test results in Tennessee after allegedly ingesting CBD gummies […]
Getting charged with a crime can change a person overnight. Human rights are a massive need to safeguard during such stressful periods. People need the help of a criminal defense lawyer to make sense of the law, protect their interests, and get fair treatment. This guest post discusses how attorneys protect rights at every step […]
On January 13, 2026, at approximately 12:30 a.m., the Spring Valley Police Department responded to a report of a robbery.  During the investigation, it was learned that the victim was held against his will for several hours by two men, during which time he was assaulted, and property was stolen from him.  As […]