Estate planning is a consequential undertaking for all legally independent adults. Making sure you have everything in order can give you peace of mind and provide your loved ones with the information they’ll need to distribute your assets when you pass away. Your will...
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Gain independence from an abusive marriage through VAWA
You came to the United States with dreams and hopes for a better life. What happens if the life you built has turned into a nightmare? If you’re a legal immigrant married to a U.S. citizen who is abusive and threatens deportation, you might feel trapped. Don’t be. The...
What real estate disclosures are required in New York?
When selling residential real estate in New York State, sellers must comply with specific disclosure obligations to ensure transparency and fairness in a transaction. These disclosures protect buyers by providing them with crucial information about a property's...
This document could protect New York residents from guardianship
Estate planning often prioritizes the legacy someone leaves when they die, but people can draft an assortment of documents that achieve a number of different goals. Often, people plan for their financial and medical needs during retirement in addition to providing...
What are the benefits of an uncontested New York divorce?
For some people, divorce involves angry discussions across the kitchen table followed by embarrassing revelations in court. As such, most people think of litigated proceedings when picturing a New York divorce. However, those who have decided to end a marriage do not...
What is the Medicaid penalty for those who need long-term care?
Although many older adults in New York eventually require Medicaid benefits to pay for long-term care, many people fail to actively plan to qualify for those benefits. They operate under the assumption that they can meet the necessary standards to qualify if they need...
Who may be eligible for a family preference visa?
People often enter the United States for educational or employment opportunities. They can sometimes qualify for green cards if they stay in the country for years and develop their relationships in the United States. There are also visa programs that focus on family...
When can people secure a guardianship under Article 81?
The law in New York establishes a few situations in which people can request guardianship. Article 81 grants concerned adults the option of seeking legal authority over someone struggling with health issues or cognitive decline. Someone who becomes a guardian of an...
The differences between a green card and full citizenship
Some immigrants dream of becoming United States citizens. Others just want to obtain a green card. A green card makes someone a lawful permanent resident, which means that they can potentially stay in the United States for the rest of their life. Permanent residents...
How is the value of a personal injury claim calculated?
Accidents happen all the time, whether due to a slip and fall, a car accident or something else. A bad accident can absolutely upend your life, affecting your ability to function normally for a long time – possibly permanently. How do you ever put a dollar value on...