New York Legal Guides (113 found)

Written by Brian Gerard Reddy
If you were attacked by a pet dog in New York, you may be entitled to payment from the dog’s owners or insurance company.
2 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Personal Injury about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York, NY

Written by Brian Gerard Reddy
If you have been injured in a New York truck accident, you may be able to get payment from the truck owners/operators to cover injury-related expenses.
Posted in Trucking Accident about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York, NY

Written by Jane B. Freidson
If you and your partner have no children, no real estate to divide, and have agreed to get a divorce, you probably won't need a lawyer. All you need to do is fill in the forms available on the New York State Court website, sign them, pay your filing fees and wait.
35 of 35 users found this helpful. Posted in Uncontested Divorce about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Stacy Mandel Levine
Small claims courts are designed to allow an individual person to file their claim "pro se" (without a lawyer). Some simple tips to help you have your information ready to file your lawsuit.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by David Lawrence Ganz
Partition can be effected in one of two different ways. First is voluntary partition, where persons or entities that own property agree to divide ownership or value. Second is judicial partition, the consequence of a dispute that seeks either ownership or compensation.
4 of 7 users found this helpful. Posted in Real Estate about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Stacy Mandel Levine
Filing your small claims action can be done in a few short steps.
Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Matthew Jay Weiss
This article will help companies avoid receiving a New York truck ticket.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Matthew Jay Weiss
With politicians facing huge budget deficits, municipalities are writing more traffic tickets than ever. This article addresses various ways to minimize your chance of getting that ticket. Please note that most of these points are not legal in nature but rather more common sense.
Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Jeena R. Belil
If you have been in an automobile accident you will be interviewed by both an adjuster from your own insurance company and by an adjuster from the other party’s insurance company. You may also be interviewed by an investigator. Here are some tips as to what to say and what not to say.
4 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Car / Auto Accident 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Rudolf J. Karvay
In New York, small estate settlement can be inexpensive and quick. If the estate qualifies, there is no need to go to court and you don't need to spend a great deal of money on legal fees.
15 of 16 users found this helpful. Posted in Probate about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Anthony John Colleluori
While the age of consent in New York is 17, several exceptions to the state’s statutory rape law define instances where sexual relations with a child under 17 are not considered statutory rape.
6 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted in Family about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Jeena R. Belil
If you are a victim of a car accident make sure you comply with specific insurance policy requirements to preserve your medical, lost wage and other No Fault Benefits.
Posted in Car / Auto Accident 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Brian Marc Mittman
Injured while working in New York? You are entitled to an insurance benefit known as Workers Compensation. Every employer MUST have this insurance. It is NOT a lawsuit against your employer. You will receive medical care for your injuries and monetary benefits for lost time, but you must file!
Posted in Workers Compensation about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Ellen Siobhan Ross
You don't have to be running for Vice-President to have concerns about people reading your e-mail. If you're involved in a court proceeding, your e-mail correspondence can be used against you. Here are some things to keep in mind if you're planning that scathing e-mail to your ex or soon-to-be-ex.
Posted in Child Custody about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Bari J. Schulman
An attorney is not required, but certainly recommended, to ensure that your home purchase goes smoothly and is an overall pleasant experience.
Posted in Real Estate 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Jeena R. Belil
Here's how to determine whether you should file a claim for Uninsured Motorist Benefits in New York State.
Posted in Car / Auto Accident 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by William G. Sayegh
Many people who intend on getting married enter into the nuptial without first understand that the loving relationship is also an economic partnership with serious financial consequences with harsh ramifications for those who are not armed with a Nuptial Agreement.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Marriage / Prenuptials about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Jeena R. Belil
Nursing home negligence can result in debilitating falls, the development of painful and immobilizing decubitus ulcers, malnutrition and sometimes death. Here are the records you need to collect in order to have an attorney fully evaluate liability and damages in a lawsuit against a Nursing Home.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Nursing Home Abuse - Neglect 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Jeena R. Belil
You have initiated a claim for No Fault Benefits against your insurance company. Now, your carrier has demanded that you appear for an Examination Under Oath (EUO). This guide will explain what this is and what your rights are.
Posted in Insurance 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Kenneth M Keith
A brief overview of what can go wrong with refractive eye surgery and what can be done about it.
Posted in Medical Malpractice 7 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York