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Landowners in New York have cause for concern about trespassers for many reasons. Just one of these may be “squatters’ rights,” or the right of trespassers to claim ownership of your land or a portion of your land if you do not remove them in a timely manner. As...
People are likely to tell you many different things if you receive an injury. Friends, coworkers, family members, property owners, employers, insurance companies: These people and organizations all have different perspectives and, in some cases, conflicting...
For many people, having a solid estate plan in place offers a sense of confidence and minimizes late-night worries. Those who plan ahead do an important service for their loved ones at critical stages in their life. While it is always beneficial to have legal...
New York law establishes three levels of driving under the influence. Driving while ability impaired charges result from blood alcohol content of 0.05% to 0.07%. BAC of 0.08% or higher carries the more serious charge of driving under the influence. BAC of 0.18% or...
Most Americans are aware that a will is one way of ensuring your assets go to the desired recipients after your death. However, fewer people are aware of what living trusts do and how powerful they can be in estate planning if used properly. Almost every estate plan...
Fall accidents can happen anywhere: In businesses that you frequent, at work and in homes, whether your own or others'. A fall accident can result in serious injuries such as bone fractures and traumatic brain injuries even if you only fall from a standing height....
As a New York construction worker, no one need tell you that you face many risks of injury or death every workday. But did you know that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration lists electrocutions as number three on their Fatal Four list? It’s true....
Commuters of all kinds share New York’s roads, from large tractor-trailers to bicycles. On the road, you need to consider the safety of those around you, especially when bikes are present. When cars and bikes collide, cyclists typically receive the worst of the...
If you are like man people in New York, you understand the importance of having an estate plan. However, even if you have a will or trust in place, it may not be enough to adequately meet your needs. It may also fail to address issues that your loved ones may face in...
New York workers like you deserve a safe place for employment. Unfortunately, some industries are more risky than others by default. And even worse, there are some instances where risks already present in an industry are not addressed. This seems to be the case for...
