Legal Analysis on Next Steps in Trump Indictment

March 31, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share
Legal Analysis on Next Steps in Trump Indictment

Now that former President Donald Trump has been indicted; what will the next steps be for the prosecutors and defense attorneys in this case? Barry Covert provided legal analysis for WIVB News 4 Buffalo Wake Up anchors Abby Fridmann and Chris Horvatits. Click here to watch WIVB Wake Up's full interview with Barry Covert.

Legal Analysis of Viral Racist Video from Cheektowaga

March 22, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share
Legal Analysis of Viral Racist Video from Cheektowaga

Cheektowaga police are investigating a video posted to social media, which documents a man yelling racial slurs in the parking lot of an area supermarket. Barry Covert spoke with Claudine Ewing to provide legal analysis for WGRZ 2 On Your Side's report on this matter. Click here to watch WGRZ's full report.

Legal Analysis of Alleged Violations at Niagara County’s Forensics Lab

March 22, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share
Legal Analysis of Alleged Violations at Niagara County's Forensics Lab

Niagara County’s Forensic Lab is facing several allegations by the State Oversight Commission. Could violations impact past cases where evidence was handled by the Niagara County lab? Barry Covert spoke with reporter Andy Paden for WGRZ 2 On Your Side's coverage of this story. Click here to watch WGRZ's full report, including legal analysis from Barry Covert.

Legal Analysis of Police Sniper Rifle Falling from Roof During St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 21, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share
Legal Analysis of Police Sniper Rifle Falling from Roof During St. Patrick's Day Parade

A Buffalo Police Department sniper rifle fell from the roof of a building during the St. Patrick’s Day parade. Could this negligence lead to a civil lawsuit? Barry Cover spoke with Tara Lynch to provide legal analysis for WIVB News 4's coverage of this incident. Click here for watch WIVB's full report.

Answer Questions on Legal Aspects of Fatal Buffalo Fire

March 3, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share
Answer Questions on Legal Aspects of Fatal Buffalo Fire

Barry Covert sat down with WIVB News 4 anchor Jacquie Walker for an in-depth interview on the legal aspects of the fire that lead to the tragic death of a Buffalo Firefighter. The matters discussed include details on the potential for criminal and civil litigation. Click here to watch WIVB's full interview with Barry Covert.

Legal Analysis on Potential for Criminal Charges in Fatal Buffalo Fire

March 2, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share
Legal Analysis on Potential for Criminal Charges in Fatal Buffalo Fire

Will anyone face criminal charges due to the fatal Main Street fire? Attorney Barry Covert spoke to Nate Benson to provide legal analysis for WGRZ 2 On Your Side's continuing coverage of the tragic fire in Buffalo. Click here to watch WGRZ's full report.

Legal Analysis of Alec Baldwin’s Involuntary Manslaughter Charges

January 19, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share
Legal Analysis of Alec Baldwin's Involuntary Manslaughter Charges

Alec Baldwin has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in New Mexico. What lies ahead and how would the case be handled differently if it was in New York State? Barry Covert spoke with WGRZ 2 On Your Side anchor Scott Levin to provide legal analysis on the case. Click here to watch the full interview.

Town Hall Discussion on Potential Changes to New York State Bail Reform

January 10, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share
Town Hall Discussion on Potential Changes to New York State Bail Reform

In her State of the State speech, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul addressed potential changes to New York's bail reform laws. Barry Covert spoke with Michael Wooten for a WGRZ Town Hall to legal provide analysis on New York bail reform and potential changes. Click here to watch WGRZ's full Town Hall interview with Barry Covert.

Legal Consequences of Violating Driving Ban

January 4, 2023  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

What are the legal consequences of violating a driving ban during a declared state of emergency? Barry Covert spoke with reporter Katie Anderson for a Buffalo Business First story on the consequences for employers and their employees who drive during a travel ban. Click here for Business First's full story.

The Buffalo News Reports on Man Cleared of Criminally Negligent Homicide Charges

December 19, 2022  |  Criminal Defense Trials and Appeals, IN THE NEWS  |  Share
The Buffalo News Reports on Man Cleared of Criminally Negligent Homicide Charges

The Buffalo News recently published a report regarding a man, represented by defense attorneys Barry N. Covert and Justin D. Ginter, who was cleared of criminally negligent homicide charges. As reported by The Buffalo News, Donald Lewinski was charged with criminally negligent homicide following a 2020 altercation with another patron at a restaurant in West Seneca, NY. During the confrontation, Mr. Lewinski pushed the other patron who fell, hit his head, and subsequently passed away. The Buffalo News article states “Covert, who worked with fellow attorney Justin D. Ginter on the case, said his office wrote a long letter to the prosecution laying the grounds for a self-defense claim.” In New York State Supreme Court, Justice Sheila A. DiTullio made a ruling to dismiss the indictment against Donald Lewinski, clearing him of criminally negligent homicide charges. The Buffalo News reports that in her decision, Judge DiTullo indicated that she didn’t believe Lewiniski was...

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