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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 [...]Divorce Marital Assets
Divorce can present a very complicated situation legally. When it comes to assets, it can be hard to figure out how to split them between the two members of the couple. In the cases of amicable divorces, people can usually figure this out on their [...]
What Is a Nesting Divorce?
Nesting divorces are a popular alternative to traditional divorce, but most people don't fully understand how to nest.A nesting divorce is a transitional arrangement wherein the two parents share their home, in spite of separation. Parents take [...]
Leading Causes of New York Bicycle Accident
When people think about motor vehicle accidents, they generally only think about cars. However, sometimes it does not only involve cars but bicycles as well. People need to be careful when riding bicycles in areas where there are other types of [...]
Tractor-Trailer “No-Zones” Accidents
One of the things that scare people the most about driving is the chance of getting into an automobile accident. Though these are relatively rare, they do happen, especially when large vehicles such as tractor-trailer trucks are involved. Since [...]
Long-Term Effects of Car Accidents
An automobile accident can be the most devastating experience that you ever have in your life. It can truly disrupt the peaceful foundation of your existence. The long-term effects of such an accident go way beyond the pain that you may feel when [...]
Divorce Mediation: Is it Right for Me?
What is divorce mediation?Spouses to amicably and efficiently uncouple use divorce mediation. Essentially, a third party parlays between the two spouses in order to facilitate a respectful and fair divorce. At the Levitsky Law Firm, the Brooklyn [...]
The Dangers of Night Driving
Nighttime driving can be a real challenge even for the most experienced drivers. There are various dangers associated with driving at night in the city and in the countryside. If you have been in an accident at night, Levitsky Law Firm can [...]
Top 3 Reasons for a Divorce in New York
Marriage is a difficult undertaking and divorce is never an easy decision. A researcher at Michigan State University stated that, while a good marriage brings countless benefits, “A bad marriage can be lethal to your health and emotional [...]
Road Rage Accidents
What is Road Rage?Simply stated, road rage is when another driver acts in a very aggressive manner towards you. Road rage is often violent and dangerous, and can even result in a traffic accident. Road rage begins with aggressive driving and [...]