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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 [...]When Should I File an Order of Protection?
Jul 23, 2019
An order of protection, also commonly known as a restraining order, is a legal document that orders an abuser to stay away from a victim. Generally speaking, in Brooklyn and New York, in general, there are certain times when it’s appropriate for a [...]
NY Workplace Injuries And When To Hire A Lawyer
Jul 19, 2019
In New York, thousands of workplace injuries occur each year. Whether at a construction site, manufacturing facility, or at a retail store, these and other sites can lead to various injuries, some being very serious. From broken bones and head [...]
Can I Be Compensated For an Injury from a Defective Product?
Jul 12, 2019
Defective products abound in the U.S. marketplace, with many people being injured to some degree and never filing an injury claim. While many products have been identified by the Consumer Protection Agency and listed for information access that can [...]
Divorce Court Do’s and Don’ts
Jul 09, 2019
To aid an individual in walking through the maze of emotional procedures involved in a divorce, Brighton Beach NY divorce attorneys at Levitsky Law Firm are equipped to discuss and handle all legal paperwork, court deadlines, child custody issues [...]
Auto Accidents in NY: Common Causes & Why You Need an Attorney
Jul 05, 2019
Traffic accidents in New York City and elsewhere in the state claim approximately 1,000 lives and injure thousands of others every year. In addition to the human toll, such wrecks cost residents, businesses and government entities hundreds of [...]
Rear End Collision: Was It Your Fault? What Happens Next
Jun 28, 2019
The concept that rear end collisions are always the fault of the following vehicle is a fallacy. While it is true that the law of vehicular control does normally result in the driver of the trailing vehicle being largely at fault, [...]
Summer Construction Conditions: Could It Create an Accident? What Should You Do Next?
Jun 25, 2019
Summer is often the ideal time for construction projects due to the good weather conditions. This often creates problems, as summer also brings more people on the roadways. Construction conditions often create conditions that cause accidents and [...]
Receive an Injury From a Defective Product? How an Attorney Can Help
Jun 21, 2019
The law of product liability involves every entity from a product's manufacturer down to its retail seller possibly being held liable for injuries or the death of a consumer from a dangerously defective product. According to the Brighton Beach NY [...]
Can Our Divorce Be Mediated?
Jun 14, 2019
Divorce cases can be highly stressful and contentious. Divorce cases may require multiple court hearings and delays. In some situations, the parties can settle the divorce through a dispute resolution process called mediation. [...]