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In a 1985 divorce case, O’Brien v. O’Brien, New York broke new legal ground when the state’s highest court decided that a professional degree or license earned during a marriage was a marital asset subject to equitable distribution. However, in the three decades since, few jurisdictions chose to follow New York’s lead, and the decision… Read More »

Should a party be able to recover compensation for injuries suffered due to a hazard that was readily apparent? This question often arises on Long Island during the winter months, when individuals visiting places of business or private residences slip on a patch of ice. But it can also come up when accidents happen on… Read More »

As you’re going through a divorce, it’s understandable to want to get the whole process over with as soon as possible. However, you need to make sure you are looking out for your own best interests. The following are a few of the mistakes most commonly made during divorce settlement negotiations: Not even considering mediation…. Read More »

If you suffered a slip and fall or trip and fall due to an unsafe condition on someone’s property, you may feel you’re entitled to compensation for your medical bills and your pain and suffering. However, you must show more than the existence of an unsafe condition that caused your injury; you must prove that… Read More »

Even if you and your spouse are on relatively good terms and believe you have come to a mutual agreement regarding child custody and the division of marital property as you head towards divorce, it’s still advisable to seek the assistance of a skilled family law attorney. A divorce decree is a legally binding court… Read More »

The state legislature of New York has enacted new laws for temporary maintenance (alimony paid during the divorce process) and post-divorce maintenance. These reforms came as the result of widespread complaints that the existing methods of calculation were based on wealth redistribution rather than need and often led to grossly unfair results. Under the new… Read More »

As soon as you have made the decision that you will pursue a divorce, it’s a good idea to start collecting some important pieces of information right away. This could help you get a more favorable settlement during your divorce negotiations. The following is some of the information you should consider collecting as you move… Read More »

A tragic accident has once again drawn attention to pedestrian safety in New York City. The New York Post  reports that on December 30, 2015, a 67-year-old cab driver got out of his taxi to assist his passenger to the curb when the vehicle rolled away. The accelerating cab hit 22-year-old Suhuyn Park at the… Read More »

Are you wondering what to expect out of your upcoming divorce? Here’s a general step-by-step overview of how the process works: Filing the petition. The first step in any divorce is filing a divorce petition. Only one of the spouses actually needs to file the petition in court. Temporary orders. Depending on your circumstances, you… Read More »

 New York premises liability law recognizes the duty of merchants to exercise reasonable care to keep their premises reasonably safe for customers. We are all accustomed to seeing bright yellow safety cones placed over spills in aisles as an immediate warning, and hearing the cry over the P.A. system for a “clean-up on aisle five!”… Read More »