Jay Golland, Attorney at Law

11/28/2024

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! Be Safe!

05/29/2024

05/23/2024

The Legal Aid Society of Rockland County does good work. I highly recommend this event for a good cause and a fun casino night out!! I'll be there!

12/31/2023

Happy New Year!!! Be Safe!

12/29/2023

Is hiring a traffic attorney is a waste of money when you can represent yourself in court? Remember, saving money isn’t always the ultimate goal. In some instances, you may find it’s worth the money to hire an attorney who can get the ticket dismissed or reduced. Furthermore, you can actually save money by hiring an attorney because you will not need to take time away from work to go to court.

12/26/2023

Did you know that the burden of proof is lower in civil cases than it is criminal court? Thus, it is not unusual for a defendant to be acquitted in criminal court but then found liable for damages in a civil suit.

12/24/2023

Why hire a lawyer to write your will? It's true there is no requirement that a lawyer write or file a will. However, a lawyer can make sure your will is drafted properly so your wishes are followed.

12/22/2023

When it comes to criminal cases, there are several different types of plea bargains. These include pleading guilty to a less serious offense than you are charged with, the dismissal of one charge in exchange for a guilty plea on another, and agreeing to a reduced sentence.

12/19/2023

When it comes to civil suits, arbitration is a common method of resolution. Here, the arbitrator operates much like a judge in making a decision concerning the case. The benefit of arbitration is that it is usually faster and less costly than a civil trial.

12/17/2023

Retaining legal counsel for police interactions isn’t always the mark of a guilty person. Instead, having counsel present can help to ensure that you don't say something that can be construed against you.

12/15/2023

Your attorney is bound by law and a strict code of ethics to work on your behalf and provide the best advocacy he or she can provide.