As an experienced Buffalo Personal Injury Lawyer, very often a mom or dad comes into the office and their child’s been hurt at school. They want to know whether or not the school is responsible. It really depends on the facts and circumstances of each case. Very often what happens in the school is that […]
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Jun
As a Buffalo DWI attorney, I am often asked by clients whether or not they will lose their license for a DWI. If you are convicted or plead guilty to driving while impaired or driving while intoxicated, you will lose your license. It will be either revoked or suspended. However, you will be entitled possibly […]
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Jun
Jun
As an experienced Buffalo Personal Injury Attorney, a lot of people who come into the office, one of the things they want to know is how long they have to file a claim in an auto accident case. The simple answer is that, in the state of New York, you have three years from the […]
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Aug
Aug
There is no time limit on filing a will with the Surrogate’s Court, which has oversight of the validity of wills and beginning the probate process. There are good reasons to act promptly to file the will with the Surrogate’s Court in Buffalo, though, because if delays result in hardship to creditors, the court may […]
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Aug
Aug
When a loved one passes, families take on a great deal of responsibility in executing their final wishes. In today’s world, with blended families and various interests at play, there are many instances when a relative or heir may have good reason to believe that their loved one’s will is not the accurate recording of […]
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Aug
Aug
Yes, there are a number of legal, ethical ways for seniors to allocate their wealth so that if their health declines to the point of needing nursing home care or similar services, they won’t have to decimate their lifetime of work and earnings in order to be eligible for Medicaid. It’s important to work with […]
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Aug
Aug
Medicaid eligibility is complex, but when a person applies for Medicaid for nursing home services in Buffalo, the Department of Social Services will review your financial transactions, and your spouse’s, going back a full five years. When transfers have been made into trusts or distributed as gifts during that look back period, applicants will face […]
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Aug
Aug
Preparing for worst case scenarios, while not necessarily a pleasant use of your time, is something that can end up saving you and your spouse an enormous amount of money, stress, and heartache. It can also ensure that you have a legacy you can pass on to your loved ones, charities you value, and institutions […]
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Aug
Aug
American seniors are healthier than ever, but also live with chronic and progressive diseases that are often well controlled for decades. As you consider retirement, it’s absolutely justified to think about what the future might hold for any ongoing health condition, and take reasonable steps to protect your wealth and your family should additional care […]