The speed with which an estate is settled depends on many factors and 10 months is fairly quick to settle. Note that claims can be made against...

What is the deadline for filing an "Affidavit of Service" with the clerks office? Notice of Petition - Non Payment Proceedings.

You must file the proof of service within 20 days of delivery or mailing - whichever occurs later. Service is deemed complete 10 days after such...

Can I still keep my home/property that is paid for and be put in the currently not collectible status with the Irs?

You should contact an attorney experienced in dealing with IRS collection matters. You may qualify for an offer in compromise wherein you could...

If bank accounts are ITF/POD accounts does it go directly to the beneficiary or is that counted in the last will and testament?

POD accounts are considered testamentary substitutes. Therefore - regardless of the instructions in the will - the POD account becomes the...

My lease states owner shall maintain and repair the public portion of the building. Interior and exterior.

Without looking at the lease - generally the owner is responsible for maintenance to the physical portions of the building outside of your control....

You can remove the window tint and provide proof to the court. If the lights were broken - you can have them fixed as well and provide proof to...

My landowner is trying to evict us due to the fact that I have a dog. I got my dog in August 2013. What can I do?

Review your lease. If there is a no pets clause - your options are to get rid of the dog and try to convince the landlord that the dog will not be...

Pain and suffering liabilty question

You are not required to accept any offer. The insurance company will make an offer to settle the matter quickly without litigation. You should be...

I live in NYS have a LLC for a internet business, but I didn't earn any money with it. We already filed our taxes.

If the LLC is a single member LLC you should have filed your return and included a schedule C with the LLC information. Regardless of the income -...

Is my husband entitled to any of my pension? NY state

Contact an attorney experienced in matrimonial law. Any asset acquired during the course of your marriage, including pension, is subject to...