Trusts and Estates
An event data record (EDR), also known as a vehicle’s black box, is a device installed in most vehicles that record technical information about the vehicle and the occupants for a brief period of time before, during, and after a…
Were you partially at fault for causing an accident that you were injured in and are afraid to make a claim? If so, keep reading. New York is a pure comparative negligence state. What that means is that in New…
If you are involved in a car accident, you are most likely shaken up. You may have even been taken to the hospital in an ambulance or by someone else. Although you know that your life has been significantly interrupted,…
Joint and several liabilities are inequitable because a defendant can potentially be held responsible for more than their portion of the fault. For this very reason, it leads to additional lawsuits for contributions from other defendants who were also at…
A premises liability case is a type of negligence claim arising from injuries caused by a dangerous condition on someone’s property. To succeed, the injured person must prove the same foundational elements required in any negligence action, while also meeting…
Understanding Living Trusts: Revocable, Irrevocable, and Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts Living trusts are commonly used estate-planning tools that allow individuals to manage and distribute their assets during their lifetimes and after death. While many people are familiar with the concept…
Commercial motor carriers operating in interstate commerce are subject to numerous federal safety regulations designed to ensure that only qualified drivers operate commercial motor vehicles. One of the most important compliance mechanisms is the requirement that carriers maintain a Driver…