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Premises Liability New York City Snow Shoveling & Ice Removal Laws
There are many snow and ice removal laws and regulations with which each New York City property owner or lessor must be familiar. This article summarizes some of the most common snow shoveling and ice removal laws, regulations and resources so you can be prepared for the winter season. Who...- Michael Wechsler
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Court System Court Interpreters: Who They Are and Why They’re Important for US Courts
Courtroom interpreters play a crucial role in ensuring that the US justice system is able to serve the needs of individuals with low English proficiency. Census data in the past decade has shown that the number of LEP individuals in the United States has reached 25 million, making court... -
Premises Liability New York City 4 Hour Snow Removal Law
While many New York City residents may believe they have 24 hours to remove snow and ice from their sidewalks and walkways, they most likely have only 4 hours to remove snow and ice. You can find an explanation and complete details of the New York City Department of Sanitation snow removal...- Michael Wechsler
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Ownership, Title How to Prevent and Address Squatter Abuses Against Property Owners
New York City squatters have been making headlines by evicting legal homeowners from their property, with extreme examples including the arrest of a homeowner trying to regain possession of their house in Flushing, Queens. With the influx of migrants seeking shelter and the arrest of a popular...
The Arizona Statute of Limitations for civil actions sets a time limit after an injury or civil wrong occurs, during which an injured party can file a lawsuit. After that period of time expires, the injured party is no longer permitted to file a claim in an Arizona state court to litigate that...
Millions of citizens, foreign nationals and aliens live in the United States yet many are probably unaware of the Selective Service System (SSS). It is important to know who the Selective Service is and if and by when you are required to register for “the draft” with the SSS. Everyone in the US...
A “stop” occurs when a police officer investigates a matter by approaching a person who does not feel the freedom to walk away. When a police officer has a reasonable suspicion that someone has or is engaged in criminal activity, such as being armed, an officer may frisk that person for guns...
As a result of a growing identity theft problem, New York state enacted the "New York Social Security Number Protection Law". This law will protect your social security number by punishing companies who have this confidential information and fail to provide proper protection. This act also...
Over 100 visual cues for spotting a drunk driver were compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This study was the result of extensive research and interviews of police officers making over 12,000 DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and DWI (Driving While Intoxicated)...
Dual citizenship, the ability to be a citizen of two different countries at the same time, is allowed in the United States and some other foreign countries. After becoming a U.S. citizen or "naturalized", some countries will require you to give up or "renounce" your current citizenship. Below is...
DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) offenses are criminal in nature. It is important for all drivers to be aware of the law and measures taken by the police and law enforcement to ensure road safety. The following represents frequently asked questions about DUI...
After a DUI or DWI arrest, a person is held in custody at a local police station or jail. Bail is the process where a DUI or DWI suspect can pay money into court which ensures that the suspect will return to court for trial. Bail bonds come into the picture when a criminal suspect cannot...
The number of road traffic deaths in the United States may be decreasing but the number of alcohol related car accident deaths is on the rise. This increase is occurring despite the fact that alcohol related auto accident deaths can be easily avoided. Even DUI and DWI criminal charges and...
There is always be a reason or “grounds” to file for divorce regardless of whether you are filing in a “no-fault” state. The distinction is that a spouse who files for divorce in a no-fault state does not have to prove who is at fault for the marriage ending. This article will further explain...
In order to obtain a divorce, you must establish a reason or "grounds" for your divorce. There are generally two grounds provided by state laws for dissolving a marriage - fault-based divorce and no-fault divorce. State law varies with regard to which (or both) apply and a chart listed below...
It is demoralizing to apply for a job having great qualifications only to be denied due to an employer’s discriminatory hiring practices. If you suspect that you've been denied an opportunity at work due to your race, religion, gender, age or disability, you may have a case for employment...
Alimony, often referred to as maintenance or spousal support, is a payment made by one ex-spouse to the other. While the concept is simple its implementation is often very complex. Spousal support determinations involve the application of state law and financial awards create a need for good...
A medical problem known as a “stroke” occurs when the flow of blood to the brain is suddenly interrupted and brain cells die a quick death. It is an emergency medical condition that requires immediate attention. In many instances there are prior warnings that a stroke is likely to occur and...
The Miranda Warning read to a criminal defendant upon arrest generally states that “you have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you free of charge.” Your "right to counsel" is the right to have an attorney present to help you defend against...
Auto accidents that happen in parking lots are a common occurrence. Collisions will usually occur at a low rate of speed although the consequences can vary. Regardless of whether your accident is a minor “fender bender” or a pedestrian being struck by a motor vehicle, the first step is to...
Who determines the punishment after a criminal defendant is convicted of a crime? How can a defendant be sure of receiving fair treatment and not being punished more harshly than other defendants? Is there some flexibility and leniency allowed in the sentencing process? It is important to know...
Alternative sentencing usually provides criminal defendants a way to avoid serving a jail or prison sentence. The most common alternatives include suspended sentences, fines, probation, community service, restitution, deferred adjudication and pretrial diversion programs. A judge will use a...
Motorcycle insurance is a requirement for every rider and it’s extremely important that your policy covers what you are expecting. For many riders, they only discover the limitations of their motorcycle insurance after they are involved in an accident and it comes time to determining how much...
If you are a passenger in a car involved in an auto accident, can you make a claim and recover damages against either driver? What if you were the operator of a car and the other driver was at fault? The answer to these questions depends upon the state within which you live and where the...