Demidchik Law Firm

06/22/2026

Did he intend to kill someone?
That's the question many people are asking after the Carmelo Anthony case.

But in criminal law, intent doesn't always mean intending the final outcome. Sometimes the focus is whether a person intentionally committed the act that led to the result.

06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth.

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas were finally informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

This day serves as a reminder of the enduring values of freedom, equality, and the rule of law.

At Demidchik Law Firm, we respect the rights afforded to every individual under the law and remain committed to helping our clients protect their legal interests.

As we reflect on this important moment in American history, we recognize the progress made and the principles that continue to shape our nation.

06/18/2026

🚨 What Happens Inside California State Prison? | Part 1

Most people never see what happens behind prison walls.

In this episode, criminal defense attorney Matthew Hickey reacts to actual California State Prison footage and explains why violence inside prison can lead to even more serious charges—including murder.

Many inmates serving lengthy sentences have little incentive to avoid additional criminal conduct, making prison violence a very real danger.

⚖️ If you're facing criminal charges, the decisions you make today can affect where you spend the next decade of your life.

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06/17/2026

Legalese EP.14

How would a lawyer say:

"My ex is using the kids to punish me."

"We have concerns regarding parental alienation or misuse of custody arrangements."

When custody disputes become emotionally charged, children can end up caught in the middle. Courts may take concerns about parental alienation seriously when evaluating custody and visitation issues.

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06/17/2026

06/16/2026

"My spouse is hiding money."

A lawyer might say:

"We have concerns regarding concealment or dissipation of marital assets."

In divorce cases, hidden assets can become a major issue when property and finances are being divided.

⚖️ Legalese EP. 13

06/15/2026

Legalese EP. 12 ⚖️

"My ex won't let me see my child."

➡️ "Interference with a custody or visitation arrangement."

The legal term may sound complicated, but the issue is one many parents face after separation or divorce.

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06/12/2026

⚖️ Legalese Ep. 10

You say:
"I thought the case was over years ago."

A lawyer says:
"The prior conviction may continue to produce collateral legal consequences despite the passage of time."

Just because a case is old doesn't always mean it's gone.

06/11/2026

⚖️ Say It Like A Lawyer — Ep. 9
You say: "I was just defending myself."

A lawyer says: "The individual may assert self-defense as an affirmative legal defense to the allegations."

Same idea. Very different language.

06/10/2026

Stay-at-Home Boyfriend Part 4 🚨

Even if an unmarried partner wins a support claim, the outcome is usually very different from divorce.

There may be some financial support.

But don't expect automatic property division, pension division, or the same rights that married spouses have.

Living together and being married are not treated the same under California law.