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Accidents During Childbirth Reduced with Simple Improvements in Hospital Practice

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Childbirth can be one of the most beautiful and cherished moments in a parent’s life. Unfortunately, when something goes wrong during childbirth, the fragile and tenuous life of the infant can easily be threatened, or that infant can suffer life-long disabilities. Errors by the doctors and nurses who attend to women in labor are… Read More »

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“Gray Divorce” Increasingly Common

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Divorce rates in the US have declined somewhat over the past 30 years, except for one surprising demographic: those over age 50. As old-fashioned social rules on the acceptability of divorce change, more and more baby boomers are seeking to end their marriages. Learn more about what is believed to be at the root… Read More »

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Survey of Drivers Reveals Common Practice of Dangerous Behaviors

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A recent survey of US drivers reveals that, despite knowing what the safe choice is and agreeing that it is the safest possible choice, they still don’t always make that choice for themselves. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety recently released its annual Traffic Safety Culture Index, which shows a substantial disconnect between what… Read More »

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How your Estate Plan is Affected by Your Divorce or Separation

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Getting a divorce or entering a legal separation is a stressful time, full of countless changes and legal complications. While you may not realize it, updating your estate planning documents should be among your top concerns when ending a marriage. Divorced spouses disinherited automatically When you obtain a divorce or judicial separation in New… Read More »

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Accident Results in Fatal Injuries for Saugerties Woman

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A local three-vehicle accident resulted in the loss of one life and required medical attention to two other individuals involved. The crash occurred at a site where local authorities had recently requested New York State approval to lower the speed limit—a request whose denial was received the day after the fatal accident. Fatal accident… Read More »

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Premises Liability Claim Moves Forward after Lethal Fall

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A claim filed by the widow of a slip-and-fall victim was recently approved to move forward toward trial, despite a defendant’s efforts to have the lawsuit dismissed. The dismissal motion involved two defenses that are commonly raised by property owners in response to slip-and-fall claims, which injured plaintiffs must be prepared to challenge. Accident… Read More »

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Bankruptcy and the Residential Lease

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Deciding to file for bankruptcy is a serious choice that should not be entered lightly. That said, bankruptcy offers numerous protections to those who file, including a possible temporary reprieve from eviction proceedings for renters behind on their rent. Bankruptcy also provides renters with the choice to move on from an apartment that no… Read More »

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Post-Concussion Syndrome – a Serious Result of Head Injury

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Head injuries are one of the most serious, potentially life-changing forms of injury that can result from a major accident. One possible consequence of a head injury is a condition known as post-concussion syndrome, which can last long after the initial injury and affect victims’ abilities to go about their normal lives. Learn more… Read More »

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Motorcyclists: Understand These Five Facts

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New York motorcyclists all face certain risks and legal issues, whether they’ve just received their motorcycle license or are experienced riders. Understand these important risks and rules faced by bikers to maintain your own safety and that of any passengers. If you have been hurt in an accident, contact a knowledgeable Hudson Valley motorcycle… Read More »

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Self-Made Wills—Are They a Good Idea?

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You may have seen form wills online or in a store, and wondered if they might be a good solution for you as a way to avoid the costs of hiring a lawyer. Do-it-yourself wills might seem like a prudent way to save money, but they often bring headaches for heirs, as well as… Read More »

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