Legal Analysis: The Hidden Danger of Ignoring Tax Consequences in Wills and Trusts in New York

Legal Analysis: The Hidden Danger of Ignoring Tax Consequences in Wills and Trusts in New York

Photo Copyright IQ INC. Figeroux & Associates | 26 Court Street, Suite 701, Brooklyn, NY 11242 | www.askthelawyer.us | 855-768-8845 Estate planning is not just about distributing assets — it’s also about protecting those assets from unnecessary tax burdens. At Figeroux & Associates, we’ve seen too many clients in New York suffer avoidable financial losses […]

Legal Analysis: The Consequences of Not Updating Wills and Trusts After Major Life Changes in New York

Legal Analysis: The Consequences of Not Updating Wills and Trusts After Major Life Changes in New York

Photo Copyright IQ INC. Figeroux & Associates | 26 Court Street, Suite 701, Brooklyn, NY 11242 | www.askthelawyer.us | 855-768-8845 Creating a will or trust is a critical step in protecting your family and your legacy — but estate planning isn’t a one-and-done task. At Figeroux & Associates, we routinely see the consequences New Yorkers […]

Legal Analysis: The Risks of Naming the Wrong People in Fiduciary Roles in Wills and Trusts in New York

Legal Analysis: The Risks of Naming the Wrong People in Fiduciary Roles in Wills and Trusts in New York

Photo Copyright IQ INC. Figeroux & Associates | 26 Court Street, Suite 701, Brooklyn, NY 11242 | www.askthelawyer.us | 855-768-8845 Choosing who will carry out your final wishes is one of the most important decisions in estate planning — and one of the most overlooked. At Figeroux & Associates, we regularly help clients repair the […]

Protecting Your Future: Structuring Personal Injury Awards to Preserve Public Benefits in New York

Protecting Your Future: Structuring Personal Injury Awards to Preserve Public Benefits in New York

Photo Copyright IQ INC. Suffering a personal injury can be a life-altering event, bringing not only physical and emotional pain but also significant financial strain. While a personal injury award can provide much-needed compensation, it can also create an unexpected dilemma for individuals relying on essential public benefits in New York, such as Medicaid, Supplemental Security […]

Unlocking Your Legacy: Avoiding Probate with a Revocable Living Trust in New York

Unlocking Your Legacy: Avoiding Probate with a Revocable Living Trust in New York

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, […]

Navigating Healthcare in New York: When to Apply for Medicare and Medicaid

Navigating Healthcare in New York: When to Apply for Medicare and Medicaid

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 […]

Tracking Hate in New York: Analyzing SPLC’s 2024 Report on Statewide and Local Extremist Groups

Tracking Hate in New York: Analyzing SPLC’s 2024 Report on Statewide and Local Extremist Groups

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 […]

Attorney General James Advances Legislation to Protect Small Businesses and Consumers

Attorney General James Advances Legislation to Protect Small Businesses and Consumers

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 […]