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  1. Michael Wechsler

    Snow removal laws and requirements in NYC

    For the most part, the roads and sidewalks have been cleared. My guess is that the poster was able to clear the sidewalk before leaving for work because the snow subsided in the very early hours of the morning. There are supposed to be additional snow showers but the sky seems clear now. I'll...
  2. Michael Wechsler

    Bought a used car from a neighbor who lied about the condition

    Small claims is worth a shot. I've found that the results can be difficult to predict, even with clear cut cases. From my experience the arbitrators like to split the baby in half so going may not result in a total loss. That said, you'd need to have your witness in court to testify if you're...
  3. Michael Wechsler

    Negligence, Other Injury Badly scratched by Las Vegas hotel room furniture

    Yes, this is token compensation territory. If you don't discuss immediately it becomes more difficult to address later by sending in a request, a copy of the bill, etc. My guess is that it will result in a discount offer for the next stay and a note of concern for the welfare of guests.
  4. Michael Wechsler

    Prison Sentenve and Good Time change due to a new Bill in KY

    So very sorry to hear this news about your husband. It must be heartbreaking. Discussion with an attorney is of paramount importance, as mentioned by others. You may want to discuss with your attorney the possibility of speaking to the DA, local politicians, and the press. This is a rather...
  5. Michael Wechsler

    Snow removal laws and requirements in NYC

    It's still coming down pretty hard. This was taken about 2 hours ago and drifts were easily nearing 5 to 7 inches. Now this is what we actually can call snow.
  6. Michael Wechsler

    Snow removal laws and requirements in NYC

    We haven't had large snow fall the past few years, often being one every 2-3 years. Now we're supposed to have 2 reasonably sized storms. The first was cleared pretty quickly although it did linger for much of a day. This is supposed to be much more intense, lasting from Sunday into Monday and...
  7. Michael Wechsler

    Snow removal laws and requirements in NYC

    This thread is getting salty! In the US Northeast we are known for our black snow, slush and ice!
  8. Michael Wechsler

    Snow removal laws and requirements in NYC

    A while ago I wrote a snow and ice removal law in New York City article for our law guide, although @adjusterjack provides current information directly from the NYC Sanitation on the subject, who is the regulator responsible for snow removal. The Department of Sanitation (NYC DoS) has a fleet of...
  9. Michael Wechsler

    Texas Ends American Bar Association oversight of law schools & bar exams!

    I would agree strongly with @Tax Counsel for all the reasons stated. Unless there is a reason not to go to an ABA accredited school, it's only to your benefit that you do. I would also recommend that you not be swayed by scholarships if the school isn't well recognized and received. Having a...
  10. Michael Wechsler

    Stolen social security number of newborn

    Great advice on addressing from @Tax Counsel. Per discussion with my friend, he told me that he had to go into the Social Security offices in person and you absolutely want to have an appointment with them. You can wait for hours there and not have a resolution because it becomes too late in the...
  11. Michael Wechsler

    Negligence, Other Injury Badly scratched by Las Vegas hotel room furniture

    Sorry to hear about your ordeal. Hotels there seem usually willing to provide all sorts of benefits in order to keep customers happy and going to Vegas. They are experiencing difficult times and have been generous when I was there. If you're planning on returning again I'm sure they'll be glad...
  12. Michael Wechsler

    Stolen social security number of newborn

    Congratulations on the birth of your new child. I'd focus on that joy rather than the pain of government dysfunction. Stolen SSN cards seems to be more common than I thought after doing a quick search. I'm not sure if you can get a new SSN. This is from the Social Security Administration: What...
  13. Michael Wechsler

    Bought a used car from a neighbor who lied about the condition

    This is California's Lemon Law FAQ and here is another which doesn't appear to cover your scenario as it relates to the auto manufacturer's warranty. The Lemon Law – Consumer & Business In your case it seems that someone modified the vehicle and there may have been a material misrepresentation...
  14. Michael Wechsler

    Drunk driver hit my car New Years Day

    Good question. Perhaps the poster doesn't yet know, might be away for the holiday. It sounds like the police have not yet been contacted and the car owner is wondering whether this is going to be a bigger headache than it's worth. I've heard that auto insurance premiums have increased over 50%...
  15. Michael Wechsler

    Happy New Year everybody.

    My resolution... OK, here's top of the list. Try to make even more special time for my parents and family is probably at the top. Always trying to improve in every way, especially being consistently attentive to the needs of others.
  16. Michael Wechsler

    Drunk driver hit my car New Years Day

    Sorry to hear about the accident with your parked car. We don't know the details. I can't say what you should to but am sympathetic to the problem of exponentially increasing insurance rates and not wanting to, as they say, "poke the bear." The following is not legal advice, just what I have...
  17. Michael Wechsler

    Trademark China and Other Domain Name Registrar Scams

    I received this email from "chinaregistry.org.cn" which is supposedly a domain registrar in China regarding domain name registration. I recall getting similar such trademark and domain name infringement emails over 25 years ago and thought they were a scam. I still receive postal mail from...
  18. Michael Wechsler

    Google Maps Street View liable for photo of naked man in his backyard

    An Argentinian man was awarded $12,500 for invasion of privacy after being photographed naked (bare butt) in his back yard by the Google Maps truck for its Street View feature. While his face was not shown, the appeals court nonetheless determined that the man's privacy was improperly breached...
  19. Michael Wechsler

    Is there a simple fast divorce option in California

    These are good points. In New York state, I've handled uncontested divorce - a term of art for "quick" divorce where both parties do not disagree (uncontested) on any part of the separation of their assets, children or other matters. Generally speaking and in summary, you need to have paperwork...
  20. Michael Wechsler

    This Woman is a Moron

    It is said that social media is the alcohol of the masses. I am asked countless times whether posts on social media which are made in a personal capacity from a personal account not associted with a company can be used as grounds for dismissal. It seems like she knows how infefensible her...
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