Photo Copyright IQ INC. For many families, the passing of a loved one brings not only profound emotional grief but also the often-unforeseen complexities of navigating their financial legacy. The traditional path, probate, a court-supervised process for validating a will and distributing assets, can be a labyrinth of paperwork, public disclosures, and considerable expense. Fortunately, […]
Photo Copyright IQ INC. Understanding healthcare coverage in New York can be complex, especially with programs like Medicare and Medicaid. While both provide crucial health benefits, they operate under different rules and serve distinct populations. For many New Yorkers, however, the optimal strategy involves applying for both, leveraging the strengths of each program to maximize […]
By Chris Tobias The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) tracks hate and antigovernment extremist groups across the United States. According to their 2024 report, New York is home to a total of 59 such groups, comprising 5 statewide organizations and 54 local chapters. These groups span various ideologies, including white nationalism, antisemitism, anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments, and […]
FAIR Business Practices Act Will Strengthen NY’s Consumer Protection Law, Help Lower Costs, Reduce Junk Fees, and Stop Predatory Lenders Legislation Follows Federal Cuts and Weakening of National Consumer Protection Agencies NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined supporters to rally for the passage of the Fostering Affordability and Integrity through […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In New York City and across New York State, purchasing real estate is a legally intricate process that necessitates the involvement of a buyer’s attorney. Unlike in some states where legal representation is optional, in New York, it is customary—and often essential—for both buyers and sellers to retain legal counsel to […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In New York City and across New York State, selling real estate is a legally intricate process that necessitates the involvement of a seller’s attorney. Unlike in some states where legal representation is optional, in New York, it is customary—and often essential—for both buyers and sellers to retain legal counsel to […]
Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com AG James Leads Lawsuit to Stop Trump Administration’s Targeting of States for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts in K-12 Schools NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James on April 25, led a coalition of 18 other attorneys general in suing the Trump administration over its unprecedented and unlawful […]
By James A. Parrott, THE NEW SCHOOL | Editorial credit: JHVEPhoto / shutterstock.com Unemployment insurance (UI) provides bedrock social and economic security for us all. But in New York that foundation is badly fractured. Our State-administered UI funding setup unfairly penalizes small- and medium-sized employers. It pays woefully inadequate benefits to laid-off workers. And it […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The length of time it takes to finalize a divorce in New York State (NYS) depends on several factors, including whether the divorce is contested or uncontested, the complexity of property division, and whether there are disputes over child custody or support. While some divorces can be completed in a few […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Dividing assets in a divorce is one of the most contentious aspects of dissolving a marriage. Many people assume that a divorce settlement means a 50/50 split of all assets, but this is not necessarily the case in New York State. Instead of community property laws, New York follows equitable distribution […]