In New York State, child custody decisions are governed by one overriding legal standard: the best interests of the child. Courts do not grant custody based on parental preference alone or allow children to make binding decisions on their own. [...]
Motorcycle lane splitting is a controversial and often misunderstood riding practice that can significantly increase the risk of serious traffic accidents. It typically occurs when a motorcyclist rides between lanes of slow-moving or stopped traffic [...]
New York City is a dense, fast-moving metropolis with more than 8 million residents and millions of daily commuters, tourists, and delivery drivers. With so much simultaneous pedestrian and vehicle activity, traffic collisions are unfortunately [...]
If you wish to separate from a spouse or have already done so, it’s important that you consider contacting our family law attorneys at Levitsky Law Firm, as there are two distinct legal pathways in New York that may apply to your situation: legal [...]
Child support is one of the most frequently litigated issues in New York family law courts, and it is also one of the most misunderstood. Parents often assume that once a child support order is issued, it remains fixed indefinitely. In reality, New [...]
In New York, the law is unequivocal: driving requires a valid driver’s license. Yet despite this clear requirement, unlicensed drivers continue to operate vehicles across the state, contributing to serious collisions every year. These incidents [...]
Personal injury claims in New York can be resolved through several different paths, including settlement negotiations, arbitration, mediation, or trial. For many injured victims, mediation offers a structured opportunity to resolve a claim without [...]
Couples going through a divorce have many things to consider, including whether alimony—known in New York as spousal maintenance—will be awarded and for how long. Unlike child support, maintenance is not automatic and is based on statutory [...]
Suffering an injury due to someone else’s negligence is often overwhelming. From physical pain and medical expenses to missed work and emotional distress, the consequences can be challenging to manage alone. One of the most common concerns people [...]