Injured Working in Manufacturing Jobs in New York? Know Your Rights
Manufacturing and industrial workers help keep New York running. From assembling products and operating heavy machinery to packaging materials and maintaining equipment, these jobs require...
Common Mistakes Landlords Should Avoid During the Eviction Process
Evicting a tenant in New York State is never simple. Landlord-tenant law has become increasingly complex in recent years, and even small mistakes in timing,...
What to Do If You Missed the SSDI Appeal Deadline
Most people’s initial Social Security Disability (SSDI) applications are denied. If this happens to you, the Social Security Administration (SSA) gives you 60 days to...
Estate Planning for Blended Families: Protecting Everyone You Love
Blended families are increasingly common, and they bring both unique joys and unique legal challenges. When one or both spouses have children from previous relationships,...
Why Was My SSDI Denied? Understanding the Common Reasons
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a confusing and stressful process. Many applicants are discouraged when their initial claim is denied, and...
Winter Hazards for HVAC Technicians: What Injured Workers Need to Know About New York Workers’ Compensation
When temperatures drop in Central New York, HVAC technicians become some of the busiest and most essential workers on the road. Emergency heating failures, frozen...
Are Prepaid Funeral Plans a Good Idea? A Guide for Estate Planning in New York
Planning for end-of-life expenses is an important part of a comprehensive estate plan. Funeral costs can be significant, and without planning, your family may face...
Living With an Invisible Disability: Getting the SSD Benefits You Deserve in New York
Not all disabilities can be seen, but that doesn’t make them any less real. Across New York State and the nation, many people live with...
Delivery Drivers & Workers’ Compensation in New York State
As the holiday season approaches, the demand for delivery services surges, and with it, the number of delivery drivers on the road. Whether delivering packages,...
When Should You Update Your Estate Plan?
October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month—an ideal time to review your plan. If you already have an estate plan, you’ve taken an important step...
Reasons People Avoid Filing for Workers’ Comp — and Why You Shouldn’t
When you get hurt at work, filing a Workers’ Compensation claim should feel like the natural next step. After all, Workers’ Comp exists to cover...
What You Need to Know About Car-on-Deer Accidents in New York
Deer season is here in New York, and that means an increase in car-on-deer collisions. While it may seem like just an annoyance (or a...