Steven B Epstein

Steven B Epstein

August 24, 2022 | New York Law Journal

What You Do in the Midnight Hour Can Greatly Impact Your Case

When attorneys handle a telephone call that pertains to a driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs offense (DUI) offense, they should be aware that the actions they take at that very moment can dramatically change the outcome of their client's case.

By Steven B. Epstein

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February 05, 2019 | New York Law Journal

'Or Marihuana': Amendment to VTL §1192(1) Should Be Passed

VTL §1192(1) suffers a shortcoming that will render it anachronistic in the near future.

By Steven B. Epstein and Alexander R. Klein

6 minute read

December 01, 2015 | New York Law Journal

Hit and Run Bill: A Positive Step, But Misses the Mark

The proposed "hit-and-run" bill approved by the New York State Senate and Assembly, awaiting signature by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, does not go far enough to accomplish its intended purpose.

By Steven B. Epstein

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November 30, 2015 | New York Law Journal

Hit and Run Bill: A Positive Step, But Misses the Mark

The proposed "hit-and-run" bill approved by the New York State Senate and Assembly, awaiting signature by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, does not go far enough to accomplish its intended purpose.

By Steven B. Epstein

4 minute read

February 27, 2012 | New York Law Journal

A Hole That Needs Mending

Bruce Barket and Steven B. Epstein, partners at Barket, Marion, Epstein & Kearon, write: Recent Court of Appeals rulings open the door for the defense to educate a jury on some of the flaws in eyewitness testimony. While important, these measures do not alter the landscape which permits the misidentifications in the first place.

By Bruce Barket and Steven B. Epstein

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