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Remodeling Your Home? Consider these Common Building Code Violations

September 4, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

The Residential Code of New York State is big. The current edition has over 1,600 pages of rules, exceptions, diagrams, and definitions used by building inspectors to ensure that your home is built safely. However, even an experienced contractor could have trouble keeping up with all the revisions and additions to the residential code. For someone who is not a professional builder, the residential code can lay many traps that can lead to some of the common building code violations…

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Want to Move to New York? Heres How

August 14, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

Moving to another state can be exhilarating. It can provide a fresh start and new opportunities. However, moving can be costly and difficult to undo if you change your mind. As a result, you will likely want to be relatively sure about your move before you commit to it. New York state, in particular, is a very unique place. It has a varied geography, from its mountain ranges and lakes in its center and north to the most populous city…

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Who Decides How Much Bail a Person Must Pay?

July 20, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

There are many processes and steps involved with court hearings to have a trial and to sentence someone for a crime. For longer cases that can drag out for a time, a bail bond may be put in place by the judge. Decisions regarding bail and jail protocols and bail arguments usually rest with the judge overseeing the case that various attorneys representing both parties in the case. A bail bond is set to ensure that the defendant can wait…

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Side Jobs to Make More Money

July 16, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

This has been a tough year for many people. Businesses were shut down for nearly two months due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the governmental responses to it. Even as businesses were allowed to reopen, many reduced employees’ hours or temporarily furloughed at least some of their staff. However, the economy has some pent-up demand. So far, government stimulus payments and supplemental unemployment benefits have kept the economy afloat. As a result, enterprising workers are finding temporary, part-time, or side…

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Everything You Need to Know About Seeking Legal Advice

June 17, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

UPDATED 12/12/20 Unfortunately in today’s modern world, people seeking legal advice are often looked down upon by others, or confused, lost, and embarrassed themselves. Someone who has absolutely no experience seeking legal advice may find the process to be utterly overwhelming and even emotionally draining, especially if they have no history of involvement with the legal system. But even so, if you’re seeking legal advice then it’s helpful to know some of the basics surrounding some of the more common…

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Everything You Need to Know About Laws in These Fields

May 29, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

If you’re someone who has ever been tied up in some sort of legal trouble, then you probably know just how confusing and disorienting it can be to try to learn about the law. Many kinds of laws carry complex, in-depth stipulations that only lawyers with years of experience in the field are able to dissect and use to their advantage. However, that doesn’t mean that you need to be lost even if you don’t know everything to know about…

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10 Questions You Might Have About Bail

May 18, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

UPDATED 12/8/20 Bail is not a happy situation to find yourself in. No matter why you need a bail bond, it probably means you’re dealing with some pretty stressful times. The confusion and complexity around bail and bail bonds only makes matters worse. Bond is not a system that is broadly understood and depending on what kinds of things you own and the specifics of your situation, it can get even more complicated. When you have to deal with bond,…

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Legal Help: When Should You Contact An Attorney?

May 11, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

If you may be in legal trouble or find yourself in any circumstances with significant legal complexities, it is important to know when it is best to seek help from a professional attorney. Lawyers help you navigate current laws, any changes to legal proceedings over the years, limitations and legal statutes, and litigation strategies. They can help identify useful evidence, records, and testimony, and help you compile and gather necessary documentation. When is it wise to consult with one of…

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Why You Should Consider Looking up A Car Accident Attorney After a Motor Vehicle Crash

March 18, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

No one wants to get into a car accident when they take the wheel, but it can happen because there are many other drivers on the road. If there’s a collision, you might have to search for no win no fee car accident lawyers who can take your case without charging you until they come out victorious. Car accident attorneys can be extremely helpful, even if all that happened was a few dents and scratches on your car. The problem…

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Even Best Friends Cannot Provide All of the Help You Need When It Comes to Your Financial Future

March 5, 2020 New York State Law Comments 0 Comment

There are so many things you want to say about this best friend of yours that your thoughts are hard to put together. Perhaps the best approach is to just start with a story. This person came into into your life at the exact moment you needed her. Of course, you did not realize it at the time because all you were interested in doing was buying some nice makeup. You attended the neighborhood sales presentation your neighbor was hosting…

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