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I Already Have A Will. When Should I Update It?
Posted at: 9/26/2023 12:00 PM
Having a legally sound Will in place is key for ensuring that your wishes are honored and that the assets you have worked so hard for are effectively preserved for your loved ones. It is equally important to update your Will so that it correctly reflects any significant changes in your life, assets, and intentions. Changes to your family dynamics, such as births, deaths, marriages, and divorces can all be occasions to revisit the details you have established in your Will, including how you wou
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Silicosis Lawyer in New York State
Posted at: 9/14/2023 2:47 PM
Silicosis is a harmful, incurable lung disease caused by inhaling crystalline silica. The medical effects of this condition can be devastating, and even fatal. No worker deserves to suffer from this illness as a result of the time and effort they’ve spent on a jobsite. Unfortunately, people in a number of professional occupations are at risk, especially those associated with major New York State industries such as construction, renovation, mining, and ceramics. When the unthinkable happens an
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Can I Receive New York Workers' Compensation Benefits for a Car Accident Injury?
Posted at: 9/8/2023 2:56 PM
Can I Receive New York Workers' Compensation Benefits for a Car Accident Injury? Yes. If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident in New York State while in the course of employment, you may be entitled to New York Workers' Compensation benefits. Depending on the cause and severity of your injuries, you could receive these Workers’ Compensation benefits in addition to a Personal Injury settlement, and/or Social Security Disability benefits. MCV Law is unique in that we can assist you with
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Eviction Lawyer Serving Oswego, NY
Posted at: 9/8/2023 12:25 PM
Are you trying to evict tenants from your property? We understand the challenges you face as a landlord in the Oswego-Fulton area. Landlord-Tenant Law in New York State is complicated, and maintaining your property, dealing with property taxes, and handling evictions can all be costly and difficult processes. When you end up having to evict tenants, you do not have to navigate the complex deadlines and court papers alone. A single mistake can result in your eviction case being dismissed. Th
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NYS Workers' Compensation - Legislative Update
Posted at: 9/7/2023 4:00 PM
Something to celebrate On Wednesday, September 7th, 2023, important legislation was passed in New York State. Legislation (S1161-A/A2034-A) increases the minimum benefits for Workers' Compensation to better protect low-wage workers who are injured on the job and cannot work. This legislation asserts that the minimum NY Workers' Comp benefits to be awarded for permanent or temporary partial disability will increase over the next three years, as detailed below. This is an encouraging and necessar