In September 2013, I co-founded Lumer & Neville, a small civil rights and criminal defense firm in New York City. We had some real successes and met all of my personal goals and targets. But life is is not static
Fourth and Fourteenth
Fourth and Fourteenth, published by Lumer Law Group, focuses on civil rights and criminal defense issues primarily within New York City. The blog discusses wrongful convictions, police misconduct, and systemic injustices in law enforcement practices, including cases involving excessive use of force and racial profiling. It also addresses legal principles such as due process, obstruction of governmental administration, and the right to silence in civil contexts. Additionally, the blog explores topics related to criminal justice reform, including the potential for expungement of criminal records and the broader societal implications of rehabilitation and second chances for former offenders. The content often critiques government and law enforcement responses to civil rights violations and highlights ongoing challenges in achieving justice and fairness.
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The New York Times has recently run a profile of William J. Lewinski, the psychology professor law enforcement turns to when it needs a justifier for the unjustifiable. It is an interesting look at how police…






