New York

If a motorist is convicted for traffic violations in New York State, this conviction can have a significant impact on your auto insurance rate. As a general rule, the more serious the violation, the greater the effect will be on your insurance premium. The DMV has a point system which sets forth and assigns points Read on…

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 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…

The effective date by which a New York Power of Attorney takes effect will be a direct consequence of the type of document that is executed. A vast majority of clients sign what is known as a Durable Power of Attorney. A durable power of attorney takes effect immediately upon due and proper execution by Read on…

Generally speaking, certain ministerial errors on the face of an accusatory instrument (i.e. traffic ticket) can be cured upon refiling within the time frame permitted by statute. If the ticket is issued to a person who otherwise meets the description (i.e. height, weight, eye color, license ID number) of the motorist, but an erroneous middle Read on…

As it goes with most questions in life, there isn’t always a simple answer. This question is no different. Generally speaking, it is worth it to contest or fight a traffic ticket. In a vast majority of cases, you are better served by having your case handled by an experienced traffic violations attorney. Depending upon Read on…

The short answer to this questions is “it depends”. As a rule of thumb, I advise clients that if they move from one state to another, it is a good idea to update their will. The reason for this is that a will that was drafted and executed in another state will only be valid Read on…

New York probate law sets forth very specific objections that one can utilize to contest the validity of a NY Will. The first parameter before even getting to the issue of filing objections is that one has legal standing to initiate such a challenge. Assuming you meet the initial hurdle of having a pecuniary interest Read on…

As serious as a charge of misdemeanor driving while intoxicated (DWI) pursuant to New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) 1192.2 can be, the consequences can be even direr if there was a motor vehicle accident involved. Depending upon the extent of injuries, the charge can be elevated to criminally negligent homicide or manslaughter if Read on…

If you ever find yourself being pulled over by a police officer on Long Island or in the New York area, you should be aware of your rights. This means knowing what the cop can and cannot do legally, but it also means knowing your own responsibilities. The list is not too complicated, so take Read on…

First, you need to read the entire ticket, front and back. You will need to understand what the ticket is actually for and what you must do e.g. paying a fine and to whom etc. In most cases you will need to answer the ticket with some type of response by a specified date. That Read on…

Here are two quick facts you should know before you speak to an experienced Long Island speeding ticket lawyer about your recent speeding tickets in New York. If you accumulate 3 speeding convictions within eighteen months, it will result in a suspension of your driver’s license in New York. It is imperative to avoid conviction. Read on…

Probate in New York is the process wherein the court will determine how your assets will be distributed after you die. Most of the time, people are confused during the probate court process. When preparing your estate plan, it is important that you first understand the difference between probate and non-probate assets. Probate assets are Read on…

What is a conditional license? If your NYS driver’s license has been revoked or suspended because you are convicted for a DWI-related offense, the Department of Motor Vehicles may issue a “conditional license,” which gives you conditional driving privilege. The DMV will determine if you are eligible to attend an Impaired Driver Program or IDP, Read on…

Due to new safeguards instituted by the New York State Legislature after reports of abuse of fiduciary power, all powers of attorney executed as of September, 2010 must be signed by both the principal (individual granting enumerated powers) and the agent (fiduciary receiving powers) in the presence of a Notary Public. Prior to these changes, Read on…