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How Do I File for Divorce in New York? Step-by-Step Guide
Filing for divorce in New York can be an emotional and procedural challenge. From dividing property to determining child custody, the process [...]Latest Blog
How to Get a Car Accident Report in New York: Step-by-Step
After a car accident, obtaining the official police report is one of the most important steps you can take. This document contains key information [...]Latest Blog
Suing for Emotional Distress in New York: When Is It Possible?
In New York, you can sue for emotional distress when another party's outrageous or negligent conduct causes you significant mental anguish or [...]Latest Blog
Construction Accidents: Your Rights if You’re Injured on a Job Site
Construction sites pose inherent risks, and when a worker suffers an injury on the job, whether due to falling objects, scaffolding collapse, or [...]Bitten By A Dog While Trick Or Treating? Contact An Attorney
Oct 15, 2019
When you are trick or treating around your neighborhood, you expect the experience to be a fun family outing. However, should a neighbor's dog bite you or your children, it can be anything but fun. Depending on the severity of the bite, you or your [...]
Can Child Custody Agreements Be Changed If I Get a New Job?
Oct 11, 2019
When child custody arrangements are made, they are created based on the parents’ lives at that time. However, if there is a major change that happens, this could mean that there needs to be a change made to the order. One such scenario is if one [...]
What Determines Alimony? Why Do I Need a Lawyer?
Oct 04, 2019
In some divorce cases, a judge may order a former spouse to pay alimony, or spousal support, to the other spouse. Alimony is not ordered in every case and there are legal standards that are considered to determine if alimony will be required. The [...]
Common Forklift Injuries and Why You Need a Lawyer
Sep 27, 2019
Forklifts are dangerous pieces of machinery to be on or around. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, almost 40,000 people are seriously injured in forklift accidents every year. Nearly 100 others die in them. The most [...]
Who is Responsible for Your Dog Bite Injuries?
Sep 24, 2019
Dog bit injuries are on the rise. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than 4.5 million people are victims of dog bite incidents every year in the US. Many are seriously or even fatally injured. In New York, owners of dogs can be [...]
When You Should File a Personal Injury Compensation Case
Sep 20, 2019
If you've been injured in an accident, you'll certainly find yourself having to deal with many different responsibilities all at once. You're going to have appointments with doctors, phone calls with your job, and you'll have to spend plenty of time [...]
Paternal Rights in NY: When to Speak to an Attorney
Sep 13, 2019
When a father wishes to establish paternal rights, there are procedures that must be followed and an order from a court may be necessary. Until paternal rights are established, a father may be denied the right to have custody and visitation with [...]
Public v Private Property Accidents: How Can I Receive Compensation?
Sep 10, 2019
Premises liability injury claims are common in the court system because many insurance companies and their negligent policyholders want a reduced settlement to the case. This occurs even in a pure comparative negligence state like New York where [...]
Separation Do’s and Don’ts
Sep 06, 2019
Couples who are facing marital problems decide to separate either on a trial basis or as a precursor to divorce. Consulting with family lawyers in Brooklyn NY may be a good first step for individuals who are currently separated or contemplating [...]