What Is a Reasonable Settlement Offer? What If You Only Receive a Low Settlement Offer?

October 5, 2026

What Is a Reasonable Settlement Offer? What If You Only Receive a Low Settlement Offer? It can be extremely stressful to be hurt in a vehicle accident, slip and fall, or other unforeseen circumstance. Medical bills start adding up, you may miss work, you may not know whether the insurance company will actually do the […]

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What Is a Reasonable Settlement Offer? What If You Only Receive a Low Settlement Offer?

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What to Do If You Receive Inappropriate Text Messages from Coworkers or Bosses

Yuriy Moshes October 27, 2021 12:29 pm

What to Do If You Receive Inappropriate Text Messages from Coworkers, or Bosses While many things about business as usual have changed during the course of the global pandemic, Sexual Harassment and Employment laws have not changed. Employees of companies of every size have a right to expect a working environment free from sexually aggressive behavior, language, jokes and inappropriate text messages. It is NOT ok to receive unwanted inappropriate text messages at work or inappropriate text messages from co-workers. AUTHOR YURIY MOSHES, ESQ Founding Member of Moshes Law, P.C.During his years of practice, Yuriy has concentrated in litigation and real estate transactions as his areas

What Happens if a NY resident Gets into an Out-of-State Car Accident?

Yuriy Moshes October 14, 2021 10:08 am

What Happens if a NY resident Gets into an Out-of-State Car Accident? A car accident is a stressful situation, especially if a serious injury is involved, and this stress is compounded if the accident occurred out of state. Being involved in an auto accident away from home will leave you with many questions like what your insurance covers and how you can file a lawsuit to recoup damages caused by the crash. We are the car wreck and injury A-team Don’t settle for less. Get a legal team that has recovered millions for motor vehicle accident victims. REVIEW MY CLAIM If you have been involved

Judicial Foreclosure States, Definition, and Process

Yuriy Moshes October 13, 2021 10:36 am

When a borrower takes out a mortgage to purchase a home, they agree to specific terms, one of which is monthly payments towards the mortgage debt. If a borrower defaults on the loan and fails to make payments, their property will eventually enter foreclosure. The judicial foreclosure process is the legal proceedings that allow the lender, in most cases a bank, to recover the balance of the defaulted loan by repossessing or selling the property. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW If your property is

How to Stop Foreclosure at the Last Minute

Yuriy Moshes September 26, 2021 5:23 pm

People across the country may soon find themselves in uncertain, to dire straits. Federal pandemic unemployment benefits ended on September 6, 2021 with many states electing not to extend these programs. That included the extra $300 weekly boost received by many, as well as the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) for the non-traditional unemployed and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) which extended benefits past the end of any state benefits. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW That affects about seven million people nationwide, and 800 thousand

Best Tips and Practices for Effective Communication for Lawyers

Yuriy Moshes September 20, 2021 4:50 pm

Communication is one of the most important skills a lawyer will use throughout their career. Whether in a courtroom, negotiating a settlement, writing a motion, or speaking with clients, lawyers use some form of communication every day. Effective communication for lawyers is a critical factor for success. Need Help Improving Communication With Your Lawyer or Legal Team? If you’re unsure how to clearly communicate your legal concerns or want stronger client-lawyer communication in your case, a New York attorney can help ensure your questions are understood and your case is handled effectively. CONTACT US NOW How to Improve Client Communication Skills Lawyers spend a large

How the Statute of Frauds Applies Real Estate Transactions in NYC

Yuriy Moshes September 20, 2021 8:18 am

How the Statute of Frauds Applies Real Estate Transactions in NYC Although you may be able to enforce some verbal agreements (a/k/a agreements not reduced to writing), you should be aware that the statute of frauds is an important law that requires certain types of contracts to be in writing. Don’t be caught off guard with an unenforceable agreement. Read more to learn how to ensure your agreement is enforceable. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW What is the Statute of Frauds? Believe it or

How to Set Aside Foreclosure Sale And Get Foreclosed Home Back

Yuriy Moshes August 31, 2021 10:45 am

Experiencing the foreclosure process can be challenging, especially if you have reached the point of the foreclosure sale and your home is set to be sold. Thankfully, even if the foreclosure sale is nearly final, you may still have time to save your home. Read on to learn more or fill the form below to get free consultation. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW What is a Foreclosure Sale Ultimately, foreclosure is a process that allows a mortgage lender to take over a home

Employers and Mandatory Flu Shots. Can an Employer Require a Flu Shot?

Yuriy Moshes August 30, 2021 5:16 pm

In light of recent healthcare news, it’s not unrealistic to be asking yourself: Can my employer require me to get an influenza vaccination? The answer largely depends on where you live and what type of work you do. For example, in Rhode Island, all healthcare workers are required to get a flu vaccine. Do You Need an Employment Attorney? If you need legal help with something happening in your workplace, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW Whether your state is a right-to-work state or employment at-will state can also make a difference. This article specifically focuses on the rules and regulations governing

How To Schedule Your Day | Time Management for Lawyers

Yuriy Moshes August 24, 2021 6:18 pm

Being a lawyer can be tough, especially when you feel like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. We are here to help with simple, easy time management tips that can help. Need Help Managing Your Legal Workload More Efficiently? If managing deadlines and client work is taking up too much of your time, effective legal time management strategies can help you stay organized, reduce stress, and improve overall productivity. CONTACT US NOW Week Scheduling Starts With Each Day Good time management can help even the most stressed lawyer in the world feel more cool, calm, and collected and be

How to Save My House From Foreclosure Auction in New York

Yuriy Moshes August 16, 2021 7:26 am

Foreclosure is scary but it doesn’t have to mean the end of the road. Thankfully, there are several methods that could be utilized to slow or possibly stop your home from being foreclosed upon. In New York, a foreclosure auction can only be held if approved and ordered by a judge. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW If your mortgage is in arrears (meaning it’s delinquent), it is in your best interest to speak with an attorney to discuss how to stop a foreclosure sale.

Can Employers Use Video Cameras to Monitor Workers?

Yuriy Moshes August 4, 2021 7:58 am

Can Employers Use Video Cameras to Monitor Workers? Work productivity, misappropriation of company time and resources, workplace violence, Capital riots and the security of employees working on January 6th: Video surveillance plays a crucial role in the workplace across the country. But how much is too much for employers who may be getting a case of “Big Brother syndrome”? There are state and New York surveillance camera laws in place to help define and place limits on what employers can record or monitor in the workplace, particularly when it comes to video surveillance. Do You Need Discrimination Attorney? If you need legal help for something

Why Choose a Real Estate Title Attorney vs Title Company?

Yuriy Moshes August 2, 2021 5:59 pm

Simply, an attorney is the safest way to complete a transaction, there is nothing better. An Attorney has the highest level of education and training to give legal advice to handle the most complex of real estate transactions. If, however, you feel the real estate transaction is very simple without any complications, then just using a title company should be sufficient. The cost difference is negligible. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW The stability of a real estate transaction is founded on the reliance of

Can You Sue a Boss for Bullying in New York?

Yuriy Moshes June 29, 2021 5:02 pm

New York provides significant rights to employees compared to most other states. Even so, New York is an at-will employment state, meaning that employees can be fired at any time for any or no reason. With the constant fear of termination, many employees believe that they must withstand bullying or other inappropriate behavior from their superiors. The truth is, however, that employees should not have to withstand bullying or other activity that creates hostile work environments or crosses the line of decency. In certain situations, employees who face bullying, harrassment, or discrimination in the workplace may have legal rights found under anti discrimination laws or

Buying a Condo in NYC. What Do You Need to Know

Yuriy Moshes June 27, 2021 1:46 pm

This article will discuss the process of purchasing a condo in NYC and how a real estate lawyer can help during that process. The condo buying process can be overwhelming. However, you don’t have to pay thousands of dollars in closing costs to buy your new home. Our real estate attorneys know the ins and outs of condo law in New York and work to help you avoid mistakes during this process. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW What is a Condo in New York

Can You Purchase Your Home Back After a Short Sale?

Yuriy Moshes June 6, 2021 3:50 pm

Buying a home with a conventional mortgage is often a dream for many Americans and a good dream at that. Life happens, however, and extenuating circumstances may cause many homeowners finding themselves unable to make their mortgage payments. In an attempt to avoid losing their home to foreclosure, which often results in bad credit and higher interest rates, the homeowner will attempt to engage in a short sale. While a short sale is often a good idea, there are many predatory or flat out fraudulent schemes being offered by individuals on the marketplace. Homeowners seeking to enter into a short sale must be aware of

Can You Get Fired for Complaining about Your Boss?

Yuriy Moshes June 5, 2021 7:01 am

We all deserve to work in a healthy, safe environment and to have coworkers and bosses who treat us respectfully. Sadly, not everyone has this experience in their workplace. Some managers and employers treat their employees very poorly or allow their employees to work in situations that place the employees’ health or safety at risk. At some point, almost everyone will face a moment in dealing with their employer in which we feel at odds with our boss. That sensation is fairly normal. What is not normal or okay is for an employer to bully, harass, or discriminate against employees, or for an employer to

Покупка кооперативной квартиры в Нью-Йорке: что нужно знать?

Yuriy Moshes June 4, 2021 5:38 am

Buying a co-op in NYC is unlike other property purchases in the Big Apple. If you are considering purchasing a co-op in NYC or you are in the process of buying a co-op, you may have many questions. What is a co-op board interview? Do I need an attorney? What is the co-op approval process like? Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW At the Law Offices of Yuriy Moshes, our experienced New York real estate attorneys are here to help you with your co-op

Can An Employer Ban Personal Employee Cell Phone Use During Work Hours?

Yuriy Moshes May 5, 2021 1:14 am

In light of the mass shooting tragedy that occurred on April 15, 2021 in Indianapolis at a FedEx ground facility in which nine people were killed, including the gunman, questions have risen in regards to an employee’s right to have a cell phone while at work. In Indianapolis, an ex-employee of FedEx opened fire and executed various co-workers before shooting himself. Many Americans, including FedEx employees, have questioned FedEx’s company policy of prohibiting cell phone usage while in the facility. Do You Need an Employment Attorney? If you need legal help with something happening in your workplace, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US

Can You Sue a Minor for a Personal Injury in NYC?

Yuriy Moshes May 3, 2021 1:32 am

Can You Sue a Minor for a Personal Injury in NYC? When you are injured due to the fault of another, it is always a tense situation, especially if you seek to recover damages from the at-fault party. When the party at fault is a minor, however, the situation becomes even more complex. Society, and the law, do not hold children to the same standards as adults. For that reason, it may be more difficult to sue a minor who causes you an injury and receive compensation for your out-of-pocket expenses. In New York City, however, bringing a lawsuit against a minor is possible, but

How Long Does an Employment Lawsuit Take in NYC?

Yuriy Moshes May 1, 2021 12:32 pm

Employment law claims come in many shapes and sizes. Accordingly, their lengths vary wildly. Generally, employees would like to settle their lawsuits quickly, rather than battle with their current or former employer in court. To understand how long an employment lawsuit will take, you must first have a basic understanding of employment lawsuits in New York State. Do You Need an Employment Attorney? If you need legal help with something happening in your workplace, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW Types Of Employment Lawsuits In NYC Employment lawsuits are common in New York City. This is because of the large number of

New York State Employment Law Updates for 2021

Yuriy Moshes April 29, 2021 6:05 am

New York State Employment Law Updates for 2021 New York leads the country in providing protection for its workers. Its progressive attitude toward workers’ rights results in numerous and frequent state law changes that impact most employees in the state. Generally, employers should be aware of how these changes impact their legal obligations. Many employers may find themselves in violation of laws that changed without their knowledge. This is especially true for small employers who are exempt from some state laws but not all. If you are an employer in New York state, here are a few recent changes you should be aware of for

Bankruptcy And Foreclosure. Chapter 7 Versus Chapter 13

Yuriy Moshes April 17, 2021 6:52 pm

Foreclosure is a scary prospect for any homeowner and can be a difficult situation to deal with. But it’s important to understand that there are a number of actions that a homeowner can take to mitigate the effects of or even stop a foreclosure. It may be surprising to learn that filing for bankruptcy, which for many carries a very negative connotation, can also help delay or even remedy foreclosure. This is not to say that filing for bankruptcy is at all ideal or the right course of action for everyone in this situation. But it is one possible mechanism for dealing with a home

Foreclosure Legal Advice

Yuriy Moshes April 15, 2021 9:12 am

Foreclosures rarely come by surprise. Despite that, many homeowners find themselves unprepared to face the situation and make the best decisions for their families. Homeowners, however, are not to blame. The foreclosure process is unnecessarily complicated and can confuse even the most experienced homeowner. Thankfully, foreclosure attorneys deal with foreclosures every day and are experts in guiding homeowners through the process. Legal advice on foreclosure is available to all homeowners, and it is only a call away. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW Do You

Moshes Law, P.C. Attorney Gennady Litvin Nominated to the 2021 New York Metro Rising Star List

Yuriy Moshes April 11, 2021 5:09 pm

The Moshes Law Firm is excited to announce that its associate attorney Gennady Litvin has once again been nominated by Super Lawyers to its 2021 New York Metro Rising Stars list. This marks the seventh of the past eight years in which Mr. Litvin has been nominated to the Rising Star list by Super Lawyers. The Moshes Law Firm is proud to have Mr. Litvin as an associate attorney and to offer his top-tier legal expertise to our clients and friends. About Attorney Gennady Litvin Gennady Litvin has been an associate with the Moshes Law Firm since 2015, but has been practicing law since 2008,

How Can I Sue a Plastic Surgeon in NYC?

Yuriy Moshes April 10, 2021 6:08 pm

How Can I Sue a Plastic Surgeon in NYC? This article will inform you of medical malpractice, medical negligence, potential risks, errors and injuries from cosmetic procedures, how and when to sue for a personal injury brought on by a cosmetic procedure. We can help you establish what errors were made during your procedure and obtain the settlement you deserve. Our experienced lawyers will hire expert medical witnesses to examine the alleged malpractice and negligence that took place in your case. Once the error is established, then your lawyer will file a claim and proceed to trial if necessary and you will be on your

Filing a Discrimination Lawsuit in New York

Yuriy Moshes April 4, 2021 5:16 pm

Filing a Discrimination Lawsuit in New York Discrimination can take many forms. In years past, common types of discrimination involved unwanted comments or advances in the workplace. Women were not allowed to vote until 1920. Laws mandated where certain non-white races could and couldn’t congregate in businesses or public places. Plessy v. Ferguson (163 U.S. 537) sanctioned the legality of racial segregation through the “separate but equal” doctrine. Irish and Jewish people were discriminated against, particularly in not being allowed to work or live in certain places in New York City. Older people were often forced out of long-held jobs in favor of younger, cheaper

Can a Company Require Its Staff To Take a Mandatory Vaccine for COVID in NY?

Yuriy Moshes March 24, 2021 1:27 am

Recently, President Biden declared his efforts towards fully vaccinating 300 million Americans by the end of summer. As of February 27, 2021, both AstraZeneca and Novavax are in Phase 3 trials. The FDA issued its third emergency use authorization (“EUA”) for the Janssen – Johnson & Johnson vaccine on the same day. Though it seems like the end is on the horizon, Americans are filled with questions. Can citizens be mandated to take a COVID vaccine? How would these mandates work, legally speaking? Can my boss fire me if I refuse to vaccinate against COVID? Do You Need an Employment Attorney? If you need legal

What Is An Escrow Agreement In Real Estate?

Yuriy Moshes March 22, 2021 11:07 am

The process of buying a home and other real estate generally involves multiple steps and moving pieces. At various points in a real estate transaction, parties other than the buyer and seller become involved in order to ensure the integrity of the transaction. An escrow agreement is one way to protect both the buyer and seller during the final stages of the transaction. In a real estate escrow agreement, the buyer and seller agree to have a neutral third party — an escrow agent – hold the buyer’s funds while the contractual conditions and obligations of each party are fulfilled. Escrow accounts provide protection to

Personal Injury Cases

Yuriy Moshes March 7, 2021 6:13 pm

Personal Injury Cases The United States has a well-earned, and some may even say, well-deserved reputation as a litigious society. After all, millions of lawsuits are filed across the country each year. When most people hear about lawsuits, personal injury cases probably come to mind. That is hardly a surprise, considering that personal injury lawsuits are one of the most — if not the most — common types of civil litigation in the United States. The most common types of personal injury lawsuits are those stemming from car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and workplace accidents. People hurt in slip and fall accidents, or by

Refinancing Your House? How a “CEMA” or Consolidation, Extension, & Modification Agreement Can Help

Yuriy Moshes March 3, 2021 11:14 am

If you’re fortunate enough to be a resident of the great state of New York, then refinancing your home doesn’t have to be as expensive and difficult as it normally is. Whereas most purchasers in the U.S. have to pay the full value of closing costs consisting of loan origination fees, appraisal charges, and credit report costs, buyers of New York are able to save money under CEMA, which stands for Consolidation, Extension, and Modification Agreement. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW In this article,

Termination, Earned Wages, and Severance Pay: What You Need to Know

Yuriy Moshes February 24, 2021 5:59 am

Losing one’s job can cause tremendous stress on yourself and your family. From a financial standpoint, joblessness can result in an immediate strain on you and your family. From a purely medical standpoint, the stress of being fired begins to mount and can result in deep depression. Adding insult to injury, many employers will tend to shortchange employees upon firing. This can often take the form of not timely paying their prior-earned wages or going back on severance agreements. That’s why it is so important to be aware of your rights upon termination. It is always best to get an employment attorney NYC free consultation

Foreclosure Delay Tactics to Get the Additional Time You Need

Yuriy Moshes February 22, 2021 9:01 am

Home foreclosures have become part of everyday life for millions of Americans. Foreclosure rates have steadily increased over the past two decades. Homeowners in New York and surrounding areas have been hit especially hard. A common misconception is that homeowners facing foreclosure are lazy or irresponsible. That could not be further from the truth. In fact, the top reasons for foreclosure include: Adjustable rates that significantly increase payments. Medical illness or injuries and related expenses. Loss of employment or income. Divorce resulting in an unaffordable home. Sudden relocations resulting in multiple mortgage or rent payments. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need

Consequences of Lying in the Workplace in New York

Yuriy Moshes February 16, 2021 1:44 pm

A big component of any work relationship is trust. An employer needs to be able to trust that their employees will act with integrity, represent their business in the best possible way, and honor the best interest of the business. Likewise, an employee needs to have trust that their employer will be honest in how they conduct business and how they interact with their employees. Fellow employees need to have trust that their coworkers are trustworthy. When people lie, any professional work relationship can completely change. Do You Need an Employment Attorney? If you need legal help with something happening in your workplace, set up

Pregnancy and Maternity/Paternity Leave In New York | Short Term Disability for Pregnancy

Yuriy Moshes February 16, 2021 5:44 am

If you are a new parent in New York, you are entitled to part of your normal compensation for missed work resulting from the birth of your child. New or expecting parents should view maternity leave and paternity leave in two separate phases: The first phase, often called pregnancy disability leave, arises under short-term disability law. This first phase provides compensation for the new mother when she is unable to work due to the physical act of childbirth. The second phase, often called parental leave, arises under a number of laws entitling both new mothers and fathers to part of their regular compensation. New parents

Understanding NYC Paid Sick Leave and Family Leave Laws

Yuriy Moshes February 4, 2021 4:11 pm

The New York Paid Family Leave 2021 Act not only offers employees the right to take time off from their jobs to care for themselves or their loved ones, it actually offers benefits which increase every year. For example, the NYS Paid Family Leave 2021 Act, which became effective on January 1, 2021, now offers paid safe and sick leave of up to 12 weeks. The new law offers these benefits to workers who stay home to care for a new baby or family member with a bad health condition, or who must comply with an order relating to COVID-19. Thus New York law

News About Co-op and PPP Loans

Yuriy Moshes January 26, 2021 10:29 am

Unlike other residential dwellings, a housing cooperative or housing co-op is a very unique legal entity for a residential unit. You may already own or be part of a potential housing cooperative and have not even known about it. Essentially, a housing cooperative is a legal entity, jointly owned by its members or cooperative members, that come together to form a cooperative or a legal corporation, which owns real estate consisting of one or more residential buildings. Housing Cooperatives or co-ops are very good real estate investment opportunities. Not only do coops protect you, the owners, legally as a corporation, better protecting you from personal

Mortgage Contingency Clauses in Real Estate. Full Guide [Updated]

Yuriy Moshes January 15, 2021 11:06 pm

If you have recently entered the housing market or purchased a home, you may have heard about a lending concept known as the mortgage contingency. A mortgage contingency is a clause in the contract of sale that makes the buyer’s purchase of the home contingent on securing financing, such as a mortgage or a deed of trust. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW Mortgage contingency clauses are designed to protect both the home seller and the home buyer from uncertainty in the home sale transaction.

How Long Does My Personal Injury Lawsuit Take?

Yuriy Moshes January 15, 2021 5:10 pm

How Long Does My Personal Injury Lawsuit Take? As personal injury attorneys, we are often asked: how long does a lawsuit take? The question is understandable. If you have suffered an injury, you likely need financial compensation immediately to help you recover. For example, car crash victims need to pay their vehicle repair bills. Victims of slip and fall incidents may need chiropractic care. Unfortunately, there is no simple answer. Every personal injury claim is different and the timeline for either settling claims or bringing them to trial will depend on many factors. The purpose of this article is to describe the stages of the legal process

Understanding Labor Practices: What Employers Need To Be Aware Of

Yuriy Moshes January 6, 2021 11:56 am

Understanding Labor Practices: What Employers Need To Be Aware Of Labor laws for both unions and employers are governed by the National Labor Relations Act. Any action by either the union or employer that violates the Act can result in claims being brought on behalf of the employee. This article shall address what the National Labor Relations Act is, how it protects against unfair labor practices, address understanding labor practices through an understanding of labor practices through this worksheet, illustrate various examples of real-life unfair labor practices assess each unfair labor example, and then talk about the importance of an employment law attorney and how

What to Do If You Got Fired for No Reason

Yuriy Moshes December 29, 2020 9:20 am

You may have experienced this yourself. An employer fired you for no reason, leaving you wondering why you even deserved to be fired. It wasn’t your performance. You were never late and always on time. What could the reason be? Why were you fired without cause? Do You Need an Employment Attorney? If you need legal help with something happening in your workplace, set up a FREE consultation today. CONTACT US NOW New York is an employment-at-will state. This means that you can be fired for no reason or any reason whatsoever. It also means that you could be terminated for really bad reasons

What Constitutes an “Adverse Employment Action” in the Context of FMLA Retaliation Claims?

Yuriy Moshes December 18, 2020 7:30 am

Forrest Gump famously compared life to a box of chocolates, and he is right that you never know what may happen. Life has a bad habit of interrupting your perfect plans at the wrong times. For this reason, the federal government allows all qualified employees to take leave for a qualifying reason to be discussed further below. If you have experienced unlawful retaliation, you should contact an attorney to discuss your possible legal claim for unpaid leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”). The FMLA also makes it illegal to retaliate against an employee for taking leave pursuant to the FMLA. If you

Knowing Your Rights In A Rear End Collision

Yuriy Moshes December 16, 2020 11:07 pm

Knowing Your Rights In A Rear End Collision This article shall address the concerns, questions, and act as a comprehensive guide to an injured party involved in rear-end collision motor vehicle accidents. Any motor vehicle accident, especially a rear-end accident, in which you are the rear end car, can be a chaotic experience. This article shall focus on the following points: Rear-end collision fault. What to Do After You Have Been Rear-Ended? Who is at fault in a car accident rear-ending? When is a rear-end collision not your fault? When can the driver in the back not be liable? Rear-end collision when the lead driver

Examples of Age Discrimination in the Workplace

Yuriy Moshes December 14, 2020 8:56 am

As the death toll continues to rise due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and with various states, particularly New York, continuing to implement various safeguards and lockdown precautions, many people continue to remain unemployed and are looking for work. With so much uneasiness in the job market these days, good jobs are hard to come by and those with existing jobs are doing everything they can to keep the ones they have. This is especially relevant for older people in the workforce. Although they may be experienced, older employees are more likely to be terminated, and if they are, they face a difficult time having to

Can a Husband Leave His Wife Out of the Will?

Yuriy Moshes December 6, 2020 11:09 am

Unlike some states in which the will dictates how a person’s estate is to be distributed, in New York, a spouse, even if they are specifically left out of their partner’s will, does not mean that they are absolutely left without anything and do not receive any money or house. This means that if a spouse leaves the other spouse out of the will, and for example, the departing spouse left their house, the surviving spouse, even though they are out of the will, may still be entitled to the proceeds of the house. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal

Buying a House in NJ

Yuriy Moshes December 2, 2020 8:23 am

With the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic devastating NYC, more and more people have decided to move out of the city altogether. Where are these people moving? Many of these people have decided that New Jersey is a better opportunity for more affordable housing and better employment, and are looking at New Jersey homes as their new homebase. Accordingly, New Jersey has suddenly become a prime mecca for housing in 2020. You may be one of these people considering buying a house in NJ. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up a

Window Washer Accidents Attorney in NYC

Yuriy Moshes November 15, 2020 12:48 pm

Window Washer Accidents Attorney in NYC Although living in NYC certainly has its appeal full of bright lights and living in a city full of mile high skyscrapers and buildings, inevitably, this means that a person is going to be more prone to a window washer accident. It is not surprising that window washing accidents are more common than one would think. Businesses, property owners and managers, and building maintenance all want their windows clean, particularly buildings with more than one high rise window. Obviously, with more windows, the greater the chances that a window washing accident may occur, whether it is a pedestrian down

Is New York a Right to Work State?

Yuriy Moshes November 14, 2020 1:04 pm

When it comes to New York state labor laws, New York is very serious about its citizens who work in the state of New York. Compared to other states around the country, New York is a leader when it comes to employment rights. Accordingly, there are a number of employment laws that protect its residents as a condition of employment work law. In its pursuit to support employees and union workers, one law that New York does not abide by is the right to work. The right-to-work law, which is also known as the Workplace Freedom or Workplace Choice law, grants workers the right to

Selling a House in NJ

Yuriy Moshes November 7, 2020 6:23 pm

Selling a House in NJ With the manifest of COVID-19 hitting both New York and New Jersey state, and with people losing their jobs and many city code restrictions in place, many home sellers decided to start the process of selling a house in New Jersey and relocate elsewhere. This trend is still on the rise, particularly in different parts of New Jersey. You may be one of the people who are also considering a move and in selling your own New jersey real estate. Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney? If you need legal help with a real estate transaction, set up

At-Will Employment in New York

Yuriy Moshes November 5, 2020 5:42 am

New York is an at-will state, meaning that, but for one of the exceptions, all employees are considered “at-will” employees. This means that an employee can be fired without warning at any time for any reason or no reason at all. Unfortunately, the employer’s reason for terminating an at-will employee can seem unfair, unethical, or even immoral, but could still be deemed lawful. Exceptions to General New York Employment At Will Rule New york is an employment at-will state. However, when it comes to NYS labor laws and termination, there are exceptions to the general doctrine of at-will employment and terminated employees. There are

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