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Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a mental condition characterized by an inflated sense of importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships and a lack of empathy for others. During divorce proceedings, a narcissistic spouse may exhibit manipulative, controlling and vindictive behaviors that can present major hurdles to overcome. One of the… Read More »

Families that have lost loved ones due to the negligence or deliberate actions of others have two distinct legal remedies: wrongful death actions and survival actions. While they share some similarities, they serve different purposes and involve different types of recoverable damages.  A wrongful death action is brought on behalf of certain surviving family members… Read More »

In New York State, child support covers basic needs such as housing, food, clothing and education until a child reaches age 21. That can include college attendance to the extent it is within the parents’ financial ability. The SUNY Cap is a financial guideline regularly used by New York Courts to determine the maximum amount… Read More »

Summer vacations are a time for relaxation and fun, but they can also create situations that make vacationers prone to injuries. The most common accidents during summer vacations include slips and falls, water-related accidents, sports mishaps, car accidents and food poisoning. Understanding the causes of these injuries is important for seeking compensation from individuals who… Read More »

Despite the popular use of the term “pet custody,” household animals are generally considered property under New York law, and divorce courts include them as part of the process of equitable distribution. However, recent changes to state law require courts to weigh special factors in deciding which of the former spouses will be awarded the… Read More »

Elders are making up a larger and larger percentage of the U.S. population, which in turn is increasing the need for nursing homes and assisted-living facilities. Unfortunately, patients and residents at these institutions are vulnerable to mistreatment by their caregivers through abuse or neglect. Abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial… Read More »

The large retail outlets known as big-box stores offer a widely varied selection of goods under one roof, making them convenient one-stop shopping destinations. However, these operations by their very nature create a unique set of hazards for shoppers. All commercial establishments have duty to keep their premises safe for expected visitors, and when a… Read More »

In a New York divorce, a process called equitable distribution is used to divide marital property fairly, not necessarily equally. This applies to the family home as well, but its unique nature presents some complexities. Unlike stocks or investments that can be easily split, a house is a single, non-liquid asset. In addition, it is… Read More »

A rear-end collision occurs when one vehicle hits another from behind, typically because there was insufficient stopping distance between them. If the driver ahead slows or stops and the rear driver cannot stop in time, the likelihood is that the driver behind will be presumed to be at fault for following too closely. However, this… Read More »

We live in a fluid society, where people are not always bound to one geographical area for life. A person may move far away or even out of state for various reasons. But when a parent who is subject to a child custody order contemplates such a move, there can be legal implications. While New… Read More »