The New York power of attorney law (POA)Â allows you to designate an agent to manage your financial affairs. It avoids the need for time-consuming and expensive guardianship proceedings when a person becomes incapacitated. The current power of attorney form can be complex and difficult to use. The new POA law, effective June 13, 2021, amends […]
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Have you or a loved one been caught and have questions about resisting arrest in New York? Watch this video, then give our Buffalo lawyers a call. Resisting arrest is a Class A misdemeanor. Preventing or attempting to prevent an officer from effecting an authorized arrest will cause you to be guilty of this. An […]
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Did you get injured due to a slip and fall? Check out these 4 slip and fall tips to learn more, then give our Buffalo office a call to get started on your case. 1. Slip and Falls on Another Person’s Property If you fall on somebody else’s property, first get immediate medical care. Second, […]
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When a client comes into my office as an experienced Buffalo Child Support Attorney, one of the important questions they ask is, “How much will I have to pay for child support?” The rule of thumb is that if you have one child, you’ll pay 17% of your net income. If you have two children, you’ll […]
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Have you been charged with first degree assault in Buffalo? Watch this video, then give our office a call to schedule a legal consultation. This is considered a Class B felony. This type of assault also means that, in the commission of another felony – or in flight from one – you caused serious physical […]
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Are you going through the divorce process and are seeking guidance? Check out these 3 commonly asked divorce questions, then give our office a call. 1. What is Marital Property? Marital property is any property acquired by either party during the marriage, such as a home or automobiles. Property either of you owned prior to […]
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When you are facing a custody battle, you are likely wondering what the types of custody are. I am often asked as a Buffalo Child Custody Attorney, about the differences between joint custody and sole custody. Here is a breakdown of what to expect if you are not sure what the types of custody are: Joint custody and […]
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If you’ve been charged with a crime and have questions about restitution in Buffalo, watch this video. Then, call our office to schedule a legal consultation. In certain cases, restitution may be included in a criminal sentence. Restitution is intended to compensate the victim for losses such work time, medical expenses, property damage, etc. You […]
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When you are seeking compensation for your case, you may be wondering how a car accident lawyer can help. Call our Buffalo Car Accident Lawyers today. Many people want to know how they will be compensated for their accident case. In New York State, as elsewhere, compensation takes the form of a sum of money. […]