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What should you know about dog bite laws?
Dog bite laws are specific to every state and New York is no exception. While a dog may seem harmless and is often referred to as “man’s best friend”, the reality is that they are still animals and there is no way to completely control or predict their behavior. If...
Preventing painful slip and fall accidents
A slip and fall injury can lead to lingering pain and psychological damage in some victims, especially in months of inclement weather in New York. Slippery conditions can occur just about anywhere, even in the summer and fall. A slip and fall can happen at any time if...
Do I have to submit to a breath test in New York?
If an officer stops a driver in New York for suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, he or she will typically administer a breath test. This test determines the driver’s blood alcohol concentration, with a legal limit of 0.08%. The legal BAC for...
How can you qualify for Social Security disability benefits?
When New York workers have medical conditions that meet the definition of disability set by Social Security, they may be eligible for benefits. According to the Social Security Administration office, you must first have worked at a job that is covered by Social...
What kinds of liens can a title search discover?
The title search phase of a real estate sale in New York is crucial. If the current property owner has outstanding financial obligations, there may be a lien placed on the property until the owner pays up. Until these liens are resolved, the property cannot be sold to...
The consequences of a first-time DWI in New York
Considered a serious offense in the state, New York imposes tough penalties for driving while intoxicated (DWI). These may profoundly affect people’s immediate freedom, as well as their future rights and opportunities. Therefore, it is important for motorists to...
The signs of intoxication at different BACs
Blood alcohol concentration, or BAC, is the percentage of alcohol in your bloodstream. In New York, you are legally drunk if you have a BAC of at least 0.08%. There are various factors that determine BAC levels: The number of drinks The type of drinks How quickly...
May is Motorcycle Safety Month
With the weather warming up across New York state, motorcyclists will start dusting off their bikes and getting ready for the road. There is nothing better to bikers than enjoying a springtime ride, but they should also understand the dangers they face – and it is...
New York crash injures two teens, kills driver
Parents may have good reason for concern if their children ride in automobiles driven by peers. Recently, an 18-year-old driver from Queens, New York, lost his life from crashing into a tree after veering off a highway in Long Island, and as if that were not tragic...
How can I create a solid estate plan?
If you are currently creating an estate plan in New York, you want to ensure the document is valid. Mistakes in your plan can lead to the wrong people receiving your assets, which can be devastating for your family. The Street explains a few of the more common estate...
