MCV Law News and Insights

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    Why You Should Put Your House in a Trust

    Posted at: 7/24/2025 9:30 AM

    For many people, their home is their most valuable asset — financially and emotionally. Whether it’s the place where you raised your family or the property you’ve worked hard to pay off, protecting your home through proper Estate Planning is essential. One of the most effective ways to safeguard your home and ensure it passes to your loved ones according to your wishes is by placing it in a Trust. At MCV Law, our experienced Estate Planning attorneys help individuals and families across Centr

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  • Caregivers Need Care Too

    Caregivers Need Care Too

    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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