The Impact of Bicycle Accidents on Cyclists’ Lives in New York State

The Impact of Bicycle Accidents on Cyclists' Lives in New York State

Bicycling is a popular form of transportation and recreation in New York State. With its beautiful scenic routes and bicycle-friendly communities, it’s no surprise that many residents and visitors choose to ride a bike. However, bicycle accidents can have a significant impact on cyclists’ lives, from physical injuries to emotional trauma. According to the New […]

Exploring the Different Types of Criminal Charges in Buffalo

Exploring the Different Types of Criminal Charges in New York

New York State has an extensive legal system that includes a wide range of criminal charges. The criminal justice system in New York can be complex, with different types of criminal charges carrying different consequences. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of criminal charges in New York and the penalties that […]

Can a NY Section 8 Tenant With an ERAP Application be Evicted for Nonpayment?

New York landlords may evict tenants where the stay imposed by a Section 8 subsidized tenant’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) application is futile due to the current regulations that provide such applications will be reviewed after all applications from non-subsidized tenants have been processed. A landlord commenced a nonpayment eviction proceeding in January 2022. […]

Six Reasons to Hire a NY Truck Accident Lawyer

Six Reasons to Hire a NY Truck Accident Lawyer

Have you been injured in an accident involving a commercial truck and need the help of an experienced NY truck accident lawyer? Truck accident claims can be more complicated than regular automobile accidents, so when hiring a Buffalo, NY accident attorney, you should hire a lawyer who understands the complexities of truck accident cases. The […]

NY Nursing Home’s Lawsuit Against Power of Attorney Dismissed

NY Nursing Home's Lawsuit Against Power of Attorney Dismissed

Read this story about how a NY nursing home’s lawsuit against a power of attorney got dismissed. If you need help with elder law, give us a call. This collection action, which arose from a nursing home debt, was commenced by the County of Monroe against the Estate of Janet Patterson and Barbara Robinson,  a 78-year-old […]

Police Have Qualified Immunity for K-9 Dog Bites

Police Have Qualified Immunity for K-9 Dog Bites

Learn why police have qualified immunity for K-9 dog bites in this educational article. If you have questions, contact our Buffalo lawyers. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in McKinney v. City of Middleton, held that qualified immunity protected police officers who directed a police canine to “bite and hold” the arrestee for […]

NY Holiday Impaired and Reckless Drivers Beware

NY Holiday Impaired and Reckless Drivers Beware Rochester NY

The New York State Police will participate in the “Drive High Get a DUI” national campaign and New Year’s impaired driving enforcement to crack down on impaired and reckless driving this holiday season. The enforcement campaign runs from Wednesday, December 14, 2022, through Sunday, January 1, 2023. Drivers can expect to see sobriety checkpoints, along […]

What are the NY Elder Abuse & Financial Exploitation Laws?

What are the NY Elder Abuse & Financial Exploitation Laws

The New York Penal Code and New York Social Services Law protect New York victims from elder abuse and financial exploitation with civil and criminal remedies. Civil Financial Exploitation NY CLS Soc Serv § 473 (2020) ; NY EXEC §837-f-1 (2022) SOCIAL SERVICES LAW ARTICLE 9-B.  ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES TITLE 1.  PROTECTIVE SERVICES § 473. […]

Free NY Legal Answers Online

Free NY Legal Answers Online

Did you know that you have access to free NY legal answers online for personal injury cases? If you are seeking legal assistance, give us a call! American Bar Association’s ABA Free Legal Answers reached a major milestone in November,2022 surpassing a total of 250,000 legal questions answered. ABA Free Legal Answers is a website […]