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High-Conflict Divorces
High-conflict divorces are characterized by ongoing disagreements, intense emotions, and, often, the inability of one or both parties to come to a [...]Latest Blog
Child Custody Modifications: Burden of Proof
Every child deserves a nurturing environment and a secure future. Sometimes, changes in life circumstances may necessitate modifications to a child [...]Latest Blog
Can I Lose Custody for Not Having a Job?
In child custody disputes, many parents worry that being unemployed could lead to losing custody. However, in New York, the court’s primary concern [...]Latest Blog
Why Early Settlement Offers May Be Low—And How to Counter Them
An early settlement offer can feel like relief after an injury, especially when medical bills, missed work, and pressure from an insurance adjuster [...]Surgery on Christmas? What to Do if Something Goes Wrong
Dec 09, 2019
It's now time for the holidays and celebrating Christmas with friends and family. It can be difficult if you have to get surgery at this time, especially if something goes wrong. Even with it being a holiday, a doctor is supposed to give the best [...]
Will a Separation Agreement Help Me Have Enough Time with My Kids Over the Holiday Break?
Dec 06, 2019
As the holidays are upon us, this means that children will be out of school for winter break. If you and your spouse are currently separated, you may wonder how you will be able to spend time with your children at this time. When a couple separates, [...]
Winter Slip and Fall Accidents: What to Do After Being Injured
Nov 29, 2019
Winter always brings an increase in the number of slip-and-fall accidents for people who live in areas of inclement weather. Ice and snow are often clear contributors, but many times accidents occur due to the failure of a responsible party [...]
Tips for Staying Safe While Black Friday Shopping
Nov 22, 2019
Make Sure You Get Plenty of Sleep Before You Go Out to ShopThe week of Thanksgiving is an extremely busy time for almost everyone. By the time Black Friday rolls around, most people you encounter will have spent the week scrambling to tie up [...]
Avoiding Thanksgiving Traffic Accidents
Nov 20, 2019
Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times of the year on the road. The shortness of the weekend creates a situation in which nearly everyone travels at the same time—the day before the holiday. Such a crush of drivers increases the risk of an [...]
How to Begin Filing a Medical Malpractice Case
Nov 15, 2019
When you go to a physician with a problem, you expect a resolution that will make you healthy again. You do not expect medical treatment to leave you with more injuries and ailments. If you have experienced this, then you may have a medical [...]
Paternity Case Do’s and Don’ts
Nov 08, 2019
Fathers who wish to establish or contest paternity should be aware of their rights and the laws that apply. Brooklyn NY paternity defense lawyers can provide legal advice about what you should and should not do in a paternity case. For assistance [...]
What a Separation Agreement Should Include
Nov 01, 2019
The decision to separate requires the couple to choose how to handle parts of their lives that they share. Given that there may be tension between the two, it is wise to have certain decisions recorded in a separation agreement as opposed to trying [...]
Autumn Weather Car Accident Injuries
Oct 29, 2019
Unfortunately, car accidents happen even when the fall foliage is at the peak of its beauty and cooler temperatures have finally given us all some relief from the summer heat. Here are some steps you should take after you have been in an accident to [...]