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Understanding the Point System: How Traffic Violations Affect Your Driving Record in New York

The DMV assigns points to various traffic violations. In sum, the more serious the traffic violation the more points that are assigned. For example, speeding violations have a graduated system of points based on how many MPH over the speed limit the motorist is convicted of. For example, if you are driving and convicted of Read on…

The Real Cost of A Speeding Ticket

The real cost of a conviction for a speeding ticket can be quite significant. We can start with the point system. The higher the speed that a motorist is convicted of, the greater the points. It starts with a three-point conviction if you speed up to 10 miles an hour over the speed limit and Read on…

Consequences of receiving a speeding ticket on Long Island, NY

When one receives a speeding violation in either Nassau or Suffolk County, the consequences of the charge and possible conviction can have serious ramification upon the motorists driving record, insurance premiums, and livelihood. If one accumulates 11 points within an 18-month period, that motorist’s license is subject to suspension by the Department of Motor Vehicles Read on…

Advantages of creating a revocable living trust with my Long Island estate planning attorney

Attention Long Island, NY: As you think about estate planning, have you ever considered some of the benefits of creating a revocable living trust? While revocable living trusts are by no means a substitute for a will and there are set up expenses, they do carry several advantages as an estate planning tool. First, a Read on…