You filed your Social Security Disability (SSD) claim carefully and waited...and waited some more. After a long time with very little contact from the Social Security Administration (SSA), you finally got a letter in the mail in response. Your claim was denied. What...
The consequences of a DWI conviction are far-reaching
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious crime with serious penalties. For that reason, it’s best to do whatever it takes to avoid putting yourself in a bad position. However, everyone makes mistakes, so it’s not out of the question that you could get behind the...
Recreational marijuana is legal in New Jersey. Where does New York stand?
New Jersey is one of the most recent states to jump on the bandwagon of legalizing recreational marijuana, joining places like Washington, Colorado and Michigan. While this form of marijuana is strictly controlled and taxed, like alcohol, it is now legal for those...
What should you know about incentive trusts?
You may have heard of incentive or conditional trusts. They are typically established by people as part of their estate plan to motivate beneficiaries (often adult children) to do things like finish college, maintain a job, participate in charitable organizations or...
Get an attorney if you’re facing citations and charges after a crash
If you are facing traffic citations, you may also face additional penalties. That’s why it’s a good idea to talk to your attorney. For example, if you were driving and are now accused of a DUI, you could also face reckless driving, speeding or other citations or...
How are disability claims assessed?
Claiming Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is a complex process. It is time-consuming and easy to make errors that could cause your claim to be denied. To improve your chances of a successful claim, you must understand who decides on claims and how they do so....
Your license protection options when facing DWI charges
A driving license, for most people, is not simply a document. It enables them to live their lives as they wish -- from getting to work so that they can earn an income, to picking up their kids from school, to taking road trips with their family. Therefore, when a...
Are people really addicted to their phones?
When someone says that they’re addicted to their phone, you may think that they’re just using hyperbole. What they mean is that they use the phone a lot or that they enjoy using technology. Maybe they just find it useful. They’re not really saying they’re addicted in...
What happens if there’s a lien against your home?
There are numerous ways that businesses collect on debts owed to them. Some companies will try to garnish paychecks or a bank account, while others might require collateral before they provide services or financing. An alternate approach is for a company or a person...
Do you need to plan for estate taxes as a New York resident?
There are so many considerations you have to keep in mind when planning your estate. You need to think about all of the assets you have and the needs of the people you love. You may also have to think about whether creditors or government insurance programs can make a...
