If my employer gives $500 gift credit cards each month do I have to report this as income?

If you receive compensation either cash, check, merchandise or gift cards, it is all reportable income.

If you want to lose your gardener and hire another one, then ask for the employee's green card. It is not your responsibility to insure that the...

Will I be sued because I drove with only a learners permit and got into an accident, (though I wasn't at fault) ?

Have your mother contact her insurance company to put them on notice. Make sure you file a police report. If you and your mother are sued, then...

How can I make sure that my wife is tried for adultery?

In my 30 years of practice I have never heard of a criminal prosecution for adultery in the NYC area. I suggest that you seek a divorce or a...

Is it legal to sell my insulin syringes to a friend?

It is not legal to buy or sell a prescription medicine or device unless you are licensed to sell it. Return the items to the pharmacy and see if...

Can one lawyer represent me and my passenger. We were rear-ended while stopped at a light. Any conflict of interest

It is best practices to have a separate lawyer for the driver and the passenger, unless they are married. It may be a conflict of interest if the...

What is the best case scenario if I pursue fighting this company that has been harassing my sister?

Pay day loans are not legal in NY. Consult with an attorney about an FDCPA (fair debt collection practice act) case. A major part of the case is...

QMCSO

Bring the order to an attorney to review. If someone does not comply with the order, then an enforcement proceeding can be commenced.

I have a question about college expenses in a divorce decree? Kids attend private schools. How do I calculate what is owed?

Review the agreement with your divorce lawyer. The amount that would be used at the state school would be the limit of what could be used at a...

Can I change my attorney after going to judge?

You have the right to choose your own lawyer.