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Research Shows that Rear Seat Passengers Less Likely to Buckle Up
One of the most persistent myths people hold about motor vehicle safety is that, since they won’t fly through the front windshield, seat belts are unnecessary for passengers sitting in the back seat of a car. New research shows how differently average Americans view the safety concerns involved in not wearing a seatbelt in… Read More »
Are You Entitled to Exclusive Occupancy of the Marital Home?
Immediately after you and your spouse decide to get a divorce, you’re probably still living together in the home you shared as a couple. If neither you nor your spouse has somewhere else to stay while you finalize your divorce and make more permanent arrangements, you may find yourself continuing to share the home… Read More »
Intersections a Danger Zone for Drivers
It should come as no surprise that a portion of the road where drivers traveling in opposite directions must cross paths would be more dangerous than nearly any other portion of the road. Federal research shows that intersections facilitate a large share of all accidents, and that several common behaviors are often to blame… Read More »
Defective Heater Causes Home Fire in Kingston
A house fire recently sent one woman to the hospital and caused damage to a Kingston home. The firemen tasked with extinguishing the fire believe that the blaze was spurred by a defective appliance. Read on to learn about how defective wiring can cause fires in the home, and contact a Hudson Valley products… Read More »
Find the Custody-Sharing or Visitation Agreement that Works for Your Family
Each child is unique, and as a result, visitation schedules and custody arrangements should be unique, as well. When you’re in the midst of a divorce, one of the most time-consuming aspects of the split may be determining how child custody will be divided between you and your ex. By learning your options, you… Read More »
New Study Reveals that Children Lack Capacity to Judge Traffic when Crossing the Street
Many parents are unable to pick their children up from school or meet them at the bus stop, so they must trust their kids to make their own way safely home from school. While you have likely spent time teaching your child how to cross the street, new research shows that children of a… Read More »
Make Your Children Comfortable while Living in Two Homes
After a divorce, parents who divide custody evenly will often have their children switch between the two parents’ homes. If this arrangement is not handled thoughtfully, children may end up feeling like neither parent’s residence is truly their home. Consider some of the following approaches to make each house feel like a place where… Read More »
How Do Asset Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Filings Work?
Chapter 7, also known as “liquidation bankruptcy,” offers debtors an opportunity to eliminate unsecured debts and move forward with a clean slate. Despite the nickname, Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings don’t always result in any liquidating being done by the bankruptcy trustee, as many individuals who qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy don’t own any non-exempt… Read More »
Avoid These Common Pitfalls when Seeking a Modification of your Custody Agreement
Sometimes the first agreement you reach with your ex on how you’ll handle sharing custody after a break-up becomes unworkable over time, and you decide to request a modification to your court-ordered custody agreement. In doing so, many parents make several critical mistakes that can doom their applications. Learn about common ways that modified… Read More »
Ride-Share Apps Reach Upstate New York
For years, residents of New York who didn’t live in New York City were unable to use ride-sharing apps such as Lyft or Uber as cheaper alternatives to taking a taxi when public transportation wasn’t an option. Earlier this summer, laws approved by Gov. Andrew Cuomo back in the spring took effect, and drivers… Read More »