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In New York, workers’ compensation is typically the exclusive legal remedy for employees who suffer injuries while on the job. This is a no-fault insurance system, designed to provide fast reimbursement for medical expenses and partial replacement of lost wages, without the need for litigation. However, workers’ comp does not cover the full losses an… Read More »

In New York State, parents are legally obligated to support their children until the age of 21. However, this duty can end earlier if a child becomes emancipated. Emancipation is a court’s recognition that a child is self-sufficient, thus releasing the parents from their financial responsibilities.  Unlike many states, New York does not have a… Read More »

Swimming pools offer escape from the heat during the summer months as well as places for relaxation and exercise. Nevertheless, pools and their surroundings come with inherent risks that can lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. Depending on the location and circumstances, liability for injuries can fall upon owners, operators and other people involved… Read More »

A child custody arrangement known as “bird-nesting” is an option used by some divorced parents. In this practice, the children stay in the family home, with the parents alternating their time there. The goal is to provide a sense of continuity and security for the children, minimizing the disruption that often accompanies divorce. A bird-nesting… Read More »

Commercial property owners have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of their premises for all who enter. This duty requires maintaining all areas of the property, particularly stairways, which can present unique hazards that lead to accidents and serious injuries. Commercial stairway slips and falls can be caused by any of the following: Irregular… Read More »

In New York, spousal maintenance after a divorce (informally known as alimony) is calculated based in part on the paying spouse’s reported income from wages and other sources. But what happens when that spouse becomes unemployed or is working below their earning capacity? Courts in New York have the authority to impute income to a… Read More »

Semi-trucks, also known as tractor-trailers, are large vehicles primarily used for transporting goods and materials across long distances. A semi-truck consists of a towing engine (tractor) and one or more trailers attached to it. These vehicles can be quite massive, often measuring up 70 to 80 feet in length. When fully loaded, they can weigh… Read More »

Under New York law, both custodial and noncustodial parents have protectable parental rights. Public policy favors having children spend quality time with both parents when feasible and beneficial. Normally, the noncustodial parent is awarded meaningful visitation time in order to preserve his or her bond with the child. However, the arrangement might be strained or… Read More »

Electric bikes (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters) have gained wide popularity in recent years as low-cost, efficient and eco-friendly modes of recreation and transportation. However, these vehicles carry potential risk of accidents that can result in serious injuries. If you’re hurt as a rider or pedestrian in such an accident, you need to know your… Read More »

Stonewalling is negative behavior by a spouse that can manifest as silent treatment, non-responsiveness or outright refusal to engage in meaningful conversation. In a divorce, it may appear as a tactic to gain control or as an emotional response to the stress of the situation. Regardless of the intent, stonewalling prolongs divorce proceedings and increases… Read More »