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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 [...]How Alimony is Determined in Brooklyn
Feb 23, 2018
Are you dealing with an alimony case in New York? If so, a Brooklyn divorce attorney from the Levitsky Law Firm may be able to help.In New York state, alimony is referred to by an alternate term, "maintenance." It is paid from one spouse to [...]
Divorce by Publication
Feb 16, 2018
Filing for divorce can be difficult, and further complicated, if your spouse cannot be located. Under New York State law, you must personally serve your spouse with the summons for divorce. However, under some circumstances, the other spouse is [...]
High Rise Accidents – Who is at fault?
Feb 09, 2018
If you have been injured in an accident in a high-rise building as a result of the negligence of another party, it is imperative that you speak with a Brighton Beach personal injury attorney as soon as possible.If someone else’s negligence has [...]
Repelling Accidents at Work: What You Can Do
Feb 02, 2018
A fall on icy stairs on a snowy day at work could lead to a serious injury to a limb, back or other body part requiring you to seek medical treatment. Unfortunately, the workers’ compensation insurance carrier may deny your claim. You still must [...]
New York Labor Law 240 “Scaffold Law” Explained
Feb 01, 2018
If you’re performing construction work in the state of New York, it is important that you are familiar with New York Labor Law 240, also known as the scaffold law. It’s even more important to familiarize yourself with the law and your rights [...]
New York Labor Law 241 Protects Construction Workers from Injury
Feb 01, 2018
If you are a contractor, agent, or building owner in the state of New York, you will need to comply with the labor law 241 during construction or demolition projects. This law ensures the safety and protection of construction workers at the job [...]
Differences Between a Prenuptial and a Postnuptial Agreement
Jan 19, 2018
Many people have heard about the prenuptial agreement process that some people enter into before they get married. However, not many people know what a postnuptial agreement is. Both processes were developed to ensure that certain people had [...]
Why You Should Consider a Prenuptial Agreement
Jan 12, 2018
Prenuptial agreements aren't just for the rich and famous. True, they typically end up in the news because of a celebrity divorce, but they're often a good idea for a large number of people who don't have a multi-million-dollar net worth.Here [...]
Taxi Accidents: Can I get Compensated?
Jan 05, 2018
Commuting by taxi is a way of life for both residents and visitors in New York City, and their heavy usage increases the risk of experiencing an accident while riding in one of these vehicles. The victims of taxi accidents will probably require [...]