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Premises Liability New York City Snow Shoveling & Ice Removal Laws
There are many snow and ice removal laws and regulations with which each New York City property owner or lessor must be familiar. This article summarizes some of the most common snow shoveling and ice removal laws, regulations and resources so you can be prepared for the winter season. Who...- Michael Wechsler
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Premises Liability New York City 4 Hour Snow Removal Law
While many New York City residents may believe they have 24 hours to remove snow and ice from their sidewalks and walkways, they most likely have only 4 hours to remove snow and ice. You can find an explanation and complete details of the New York City Department of Sanitation snow removal...- Michael Wechsler
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Court System Court Interpreters: Who They Are and Why They’re Important for US Courts
Courtroom interpreters play a crucial role in ensuring that the US justice system is able to serve the needs of individuals with low English proficiency. Census data in the past decade has shown that the number of LEP individuals in the United States has reached 25 million, making court... -
Ownership, Title How to Prevent and Address Squatter Abuses Against Property Owners
New York City squatters have been making headlines by evicting legal homeowners from their property, with extreme examples including the arrest of a homeowner trying to regain possession of their house in Flushing, Queens. With the influx of migrants seeking shelter and the arrest of a popular...
It is not uncommon for tenants to be unsatisfied with the condition of the homes or apartments that they rent. This article will provide information and advice to tenants on how to handle lease disputes with a landlord.
It's rather common for a tenant to have disagreement with a landlords about...
This article will answer frequently asked questions about what to do if you're involved in a boating accident, how to report an accident, how liability is apportioned and the award of money damages to an injured party.
What are common causes of boating accidents?
Before deciding to go boating...
This article will explain what happens if you are served with a domestic violence restraining order, which is rather easy to obtain. It will also explain how to handle accusations of domestic violence and what you can do to help your case.
What is a Domestic Violence Restraining Order
A...
If there are times when you are wondering whether an item you see or read is copyrighted, it is best to take the approach that it is unless you have good reason to believe that it is not copyrighted. This article will explore those times when exceptions can be made to this rule.
Public Domain...
This article will provide information about state and federal boating laws, life jacket requirements, BUI or "boating under the influence" laws and how to find out more about boat laws.
Federal Law Usually Supersedes State Law
In general, federal general maritime law trumps state laws that...
This article will provide a summarized, basic understanding of copyright and provide you with steps on how to register a copyright from the U.S. Copyright Office.
When does copyright protection begin for something you create?
As soon as you create something original that is affixed in some...
As you get older, it becomes more important to understand the need for a medical power of attorney, which will help you empower others to make important medical decisions for you when you're unable to do so yourself. It is important to understand why a medical power of attorney is necessary and...
Many people are scrambling to find ways to repair their credit. They are desperate to fix their money problems and are easily susceptible to credit repair scams. This article will help you identify credit repair scams and what to do if you have a credit repair problem.
Warning Signs of a Credit...
If you have recently received a speeding ticket, you may want to challenge it in court. Going to traffic court may be a good investment in time since you may have a reasonable chance to get the fine reduced or the ticket dismissed entirely.
Review the traffic code you are alleged to have...
This article will provide you with a basic of what a copyright is and what works are protected by copyright, how long protection lasts and the limitations of what registration covers. This knowledge will help you when reading information on how to register a copyright.
What is a copyright? Why...
A "medical power of attorney" enables you to appoint someone else to make medical decisions for you in the event you are unable to make them yourself. This legal document is also known as a "healthcare proxy" or "durable power of attorney" and is an important part of prudent estate planning...
This article will discuss the effects that a domestic violence charge can have on your life. It will also discuss the possibility of expunging a domestic violence charge that may have been made a part of your record.
How a record of domestic violence restraining order can affect you
A record...
A domestic violence restraining order or a protection order is available to a victim of abuse from a family member or someone close. These are the general steps to take in most jurisdictions.
First Step: Domestic Violence Prevention Forms
To get a domestic violence restraining order or a...
Defamation is the intentional act of telling a lie about someone else that causes harm or injury to their reputation. While the terms "libel" and "slander" are often used, we'll cover the difference been the two types of defamatory statements and how they differ from false light claims. Common...
This article will provide a general understanding and overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act. You will learn about who it covers, what employers are required to adhere to its standards, the lengths that employers must go to in order to accommodate disabled persons and more.
What is the...
If you have been threatened or harmed by a family member or someone close, you have probably been the victim of domestic violence. This article will help you understand how the law handles domestic violence issues and provide information about what domestic violence restraining orders are and...
This article will explain what is bail, what are bail hearings, how bail hearings are conducted and factors that increase and decrease your chances of being released on bail.
What is Bail?
After an arrest, a defendant is placed into custody which is followed by an arraignment, the first step in...
A Living Will, Medical Power of Attorney or Healthcare Proxy may be used when a person is incapacitated and unable to make important medical decisions. If someone is involved in a serious car accident or suffer a heart attack, they may be unable to voice their wishes as to whether life...
This article explains the process of sentencing in criminal court, the differences between parole and probation and how to handle revocation of probation and hearings.
Pre-Sentence Report or Probation Report
After a conviction of or guilty plea of a defendant,a report will be prepared for the...
At present, a driver whose blood alcohol content or blood alcohol concentration ("BAC") is 0.08% or higher is guilty of a traffic offense for DUI (driving under the influence) or DWI (driving while intoxicated). Virtually all states have zero tolerance laws for DUI/DWI offenses committed by...