Can I Claim Voluntary Impoverishment of a Former Spouse?

Dec 20, 2022

Voluntary impoverishment is a legal term referring to the parent of a child claiming they don't have income or the same income noted from a previous court hearing for either spousal support or child support. If you feel your former spouse has [...]

Who Is Liable If I Fall in an NYC Park?

Dec 16, 2022

If you or someone you know falls in an NYC park, it's usually due to an unsafe condition in the park. The city is tasked with keeping the park safe and free from hazards that can cause a person to slip and fall and sustain an injury. If you want to [...]

Road Rash and Motorcycle Accidents

Dec 14, 2022

Road rash can be one of the most long-term painful conditions that one can experience after a motorcycle accident - it can last for months and make it difficult for you to fulfill your daily tasks, and your quality of life can diminish.If you've [...]

Does NY Require Separation Before Divorce?

Nov 23, 2022

What is the difference between a divorce and a separation? The term 'separation' often refers to a couple moving to a separate living arrangement and dividing up property and financial assets. In terms of a legal separation, the marriage isn't yet [...]

How Long After a Brooklyn Personal Injury Can You Sue in NY?

Nov 18, 2022

Suffering an injury in Brooklyn can lead to lifelong problems. In the immediate period after the injury, you have to deal with an increase in medical care costs when you may be unable to work. There’s no reason for victims of injuries caused by [...]

How Many Years Do You Have to Be Married to Get Alimony in NY?

Nov 11, 2022

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 [...]