In the past decade, catholic church sex abuse claims have risen. Watch this video to learn about the newest cases being reported around the Buffalo area. Question: How common is sexual abuse in the catholic church? Answer: Since the 1900s, thousands of priests have been sexually abusing children. It’s only been recently in the past […]
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Here is some information on the tax return filing requirements for estates. If you have any questions, please call our Buffalo office. Filing Requirements for Estates An estate is required to file a New York State estate tax return if the total of the federal gross estate plus the federal adjusted taxable gifts and specific […]
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There are several different areas of elder law practiced by our experienced Buffalo elder law attorneys at Friedman & Ranzenhofer. If you want experienced lawyers providing sound legal services for the elderly in New York, then contact our office today to schedule a consultation. Areas of Elder Law | Dedicated and Empathetic Attorneys Legal problems […]
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Are you wondering about the benefits of probation? In New York, courts will often authorize probation in lieu of jail time, typically for less serious crimes and when a defendant is unlikely end up in trouble again. Even though probation lets you stay in the community, work, and participate in your family life, judges can […]
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If you are trying to avoid DWI conviction, the only way to ensure you are getting your best chance at it is to hire an experienced attorney. We are here to help. This is what you need to know. Avoid DWI Conviction | Interacting with Police If you’ve been charged with a DWI, a lot […]
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Emmett Caldwell, 62, alleged that a clergy member at St. Thomas the Apostle in Manhattan sexually abused him while he was in elementary school. After filing a claim with an independent compensation fund instituted by the Archdiocese of New York in 2016, he was told that $75,000 was the most that he could recover. Victims’ […]
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Have you been terribly hurt due to the negligence of another? Here are several facts about New York injury laws you should know before you call one of our skilled attorneys. Facts About New York Injury Laws | Deadlines New York law establishes certain filing deadlines, called statutes of limitations that govern how much time […]
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Tenants in Akron, NY are facing serious turmoil with their living conditions. For the past three months, about half of the residents of the Akron Mobile Home Park Tenants Association have been withholding their rent payments and have been keeping them in escrow. They want their new real estate company to know that they are […]
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Defending against theft charges will be difficult without the help of an experienced Buffalo theft attorney. When it comes to theft crimes, the State of New York doesn’t play around. And unfortunately for you, simply being charged with crimes like shoplifting, possessing stolen property, embezzlement, identity theft, or fraud is enough for many Buffalo employers […]