As of January 1, 2024, the minimum wage in New York State has increased to $16.00 per hour for New York City and the counties of Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester. For the rest of the… Read This Post

Driving under the influence is one of the most prevalent causes of car accidents in New York. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles shows 8,384 collisions due to impaired driving and 4,288 non-fatal… Read This Post

Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol with a blood alcohol content (BAC) level of .08 percent or more is a crime. DUI laws in New York are strictly enforced, with penalties ranging from… Read This Post

Wills are typically the legal tool of choice regarding end-of-life planning. They serve a purpose, though it’s essential to highlight the many capabilities of a trust in death. A trust is a private fiduciary agreement… Read This Post

Most estates will need to go through the probate process in New York. The one exception is a small estate valued at less than $30,000. The court uses the probate process to validate the will… Read This Post

With speeding, there’s a greater chance of losing control of your vehicle and an increased danger of a crash. Read below to see how much is a speeding ticket in NY. For a first conviction,… Read This Post