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Posted at: 7/22/2025 1:30 PM
I was recently listening to a podcast from Mel Robbins, and it mentioned Caregiver Stress. She noted that it is believed that 7.1 million people care for their aging parents and that there is a correlation between increased health issues, like depression, in those people suffering from Caregiver Stress. Caregiver stress is not just emotional — it has legal and practical implications as well. The majority of caregivers are family members who take on the responsibility out of love, and over t
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Can I Evict a Tenant for Unauthorized Subletting?
Posted at: 7/17/2025 12:00 PM
What is Unauthorized Subletting? Unauthorized subletting occurs when a tenant rents all or part of the leased premises to another person (the subtenant) without the landlord’s consent. Many lease agreements explicitly prohibit subletting without prior written approval from the landlord. Most leases have a clause in it that states that the tenant may not sublet the premises without the written consent of the landlord. These lease parameters are legal and do hold force and effect, however the
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Understanding How Your Average Weekly Wage is Calculated in a Workers' Compensation Case
Posted at: 7/16/2025 10:31 AM
The Average Weekly Wage (AWW) is one of the most important issues in your case. The AWW determines how much you will be paid in the event that you are out of work for a work-related injury. The higher the AWW, the higher your rate of pay.
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Does My Injury Qualify Me for Workers' Compensation Benefits in NY?
Posted at: 7/15/2025 4:30 PM
If you've been hurt on the job or developed a health condition because of your work, you may wonder whether you qualify for Workers’ Compensation benefits. The answer depends on a few important factors, but you may be entitled to benefits under New York’s Workers’ Compensation Law if your injury or illness is related to your work. MCV Law has been handling Workers’ Compensation cases for over 40 years. We represent only injured workers and have helped thousands of New York’s workers understa
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What to Do When the Social Security Administration Disputes Your Onset Date
Posted at: 7/15/2025 9:30 AM
When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, one of the most important details in your application is your alleged onset date (AOD) — the date you claim your disability began. This date impacts not only when your benefits start, but also how much you may receive in back pay if your claim is approved. But what happens when the Social Security Administration (SSA) disagrees with your onset date? This situation is more common than you might think, and it can significa