To Blow or Not Blow – Breath Tests When Arrested for DWI

What You Must Know About Your Rights, Risks, and Defense Strategies Getting pulled over under suspicion of impaired driving is one of the most stressful moments a driver can face. Once law enforcement suspects you of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), one of the critical decisions you may confront is whether to take a breath test […]

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Poughkeepsie Car and Other Vehicle Accidents

What is the leading cause of unexpected injury claims in Dutchess County this year? The answer is clear: Poughkeepsie car and other vehicle accidents. As the county seat and a major commercial hub, Poughkeepsie sees a density of traffic that far exceeds surrounding towns. Whether you are commuting for work, heading to Vassar Brothers Medical […]

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Hudson Valley Personal Injury Law FAQ

Your Local Legal Guide for Kingston, Newburgh, Poughkeepsie & Beyond At O’Connor & Partners, PLLC, we don’t just work in the Hudson Valley; we live here. We know that the risks you face on the Taconic are different from those in NYC. We understand the specific dangers of local construction sites, farms, and seasonal tourism. […]

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Kingston Leash Law Violations & Dog Bite Liability

If you have been attacked by a dog in Kingston, you are likely hearing a lot of confusing advice. Friends might tell you, “The dog gets one free bite,” or “You can’t sue unless the dog was known to be vicious.” For decades, that was true. But in 2025, everything changed. Following the paradigm-shifting ruling in Flanders v. Goodfellow, […]

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Please Join Us In Welcoming Our Newest Partner, Carey Castiglione Beyer

We are proud to announce that accomplished trial attorney Carey Castiglione Beyer has joined O’Connor & Partners as our newest partner. Carey brings more than a decade of experience representing injured individuals, including the past eleven years practicing as a trial attorney in Buffalo, New York. Now, he returns to his roots in the Hudson […]

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Hudson Valley Personal Injury Law FAQ

Your Local Legal Guide for Kingston, Newburgh, Poughkeepsie & Beyond At O’Connor & Partners, PLLC, we don’t just work in the Hudson Valley; we live here. We know that the risks you face on the Taconic are different from those in NYC. We understand the specific dangers of local construction sites, farms, and seasonal tourism. […]

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