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Majority of US Drivers Admit to Aggressive Driving Behavior
The phenomenon of road rage is nothing new and is something that drivers on New York roads encounter on a daily basis. A recently-released study suggests that aggressive driving might be even more common than you think. AAA Report on Aggressive Driving The report was based on a survey conducted by the AAA Foundation… Read More »
Motorcycle Manufacturers Introduce Touchscreens for Bikes
Touchscreen entertainment systems have been a component of new passenger vehicle models for some years now. The center console screens are quickly becoming a standard feature on new models of motorcycles, as well. Earlier this month, Indian motorcycle manufacturer Polaris Industries announced the development of their own version of the feature, joining the manufacturers… Read More »
What Can I Expect from a Forensic Evaluation During a Custody Dispute?
During a divorce where minor children are involved, the most painless way to divide custody tends to be an agreement reached out of court, either between the parents alone or with the use of a third-party neutral. When spouses are at greater odds with one another, this sort of agreement isn’t always possible, and… Read More »
Erratically-Driven Tractor-Trailer Collides with Bridge Abutment in Ulster County
An accident on the Thruway in Rosendale involving a tractor-trailer resulted in serious injuries for the truck driver, potential damage to a bridge, and an hours-long closure of the highway. According to witnesses, a tractor-trailer was driving erratically along the Thruway and had been reported to local law enforcement. At approximately 8:30 pm, the… Read More »
What Are Some Ways to Handle Dividing a Family Business in a Divorce?
A divorce has an impact on much more than simply your relationship status. A divorce can change where you live, your standard of living, and even alter your professional life. If you’re the owner of a small business, that business may be considered marital property to be divided equitably in a split. If you… Read More »
Serious Six-Vehicle Crash on I-84 Under Investigation
Montgomery was recently the site of a serious crash that involved six vehicles, two of which were tractor-trailers. The accident occurred on a stretch of road that is limited by construction, and some have speculated about the role of the construction in causing the accident. The series of collisions occurred near Exit 5 of… Read More »
Appellate Division Allows Injured Skier’s Claim for Damages to Move Forward
The laws and courts of New York place certain limits on the ability to sue for personal injury damages when the victims were injured in the midst of inherently dangerous activities. A recent decision, however, offers an example of the limits of the so-called “assumption of the risk” doctrine, and when a plaintiff may… Read More »
Determining your Monthly Payments under Chapter 13
There are many reasons you might file for bankruptcy under Chapter 13 rather than Chapter 7, even though you might pay less by filing under Chapter 7. Chapter 13, known as the restructuring bankruptcy, consolidates your debts into a single monthly payment that you will make for a number of years—not fewer than three,… Read More »
The Charitable Lead Trust as an Estate Planning Tool
Planning your estate involves considering how you can leave a lasting legacy that will provide for your family members and the interests you care about most, in a way that maximizes the value of the gift they receive. There are many different estate planning tools that a skilled attorney can use to convey a… Read More »
Study Finds that Parents and Adult Children Fail to Discuss End-Of-Life Financial Issues
It’s challenging to broach topics like what will happen with your aging parents’ finances as they get older, or how their long-term care will be managed and paid for. While it’s unpleasant to dwell on your parents’ mortality, these are necessary discussions to have in order to ensure that your parents’ wishes are carried… Read More »