Mahopac Legal Blog

While it is never pleasant to contemplate one's own mortality, responsible spouses, parents and grandparents want to make things easier for their loved ones when they pass away. That's why most decide to plan their estate distribution and other related matters while they are still able to execute these legal documents.

But many people also think that drafting a will covers all of the bases. And for some people, it might. But for those with more complex assets and resources, a trust may be an appropriate addition.

Car crashes happen in New York every day. People get distracted, have trouble with their vehicles and other issues that result in collisions. In some of these cases, cyclists are involved.

Cyclist deaths can be prevented in many cases. Cyclists are exposed to the full force of any collision with a vehicle, but if a driver is able to slow down or stop, the risk of a serious or fatal injury lessens. Another thing that can help is if the cyclist has access to a bicycle lane so they're not mixed in with traffic.

It's not always easy to think about the future and make plans that will affect you down the road. It is complicated to think about health care you may need later in life, or what you want to happen to your estate after your passing. While estate planning is not always simple, it's a worthwhile process that can provide you with peace of mind for the future.

Unfortunately, mistakes in the estate planning process can lead to significant issues and complications in the future. When you are drafting your plan and considering what you want to happen, you will find it beneficial to seek guidance in order to avoid common missteps. From the simplest of estate plans to the most complex, it is always beneficial to make sure that you are not accidentally committing an error that could at some point undermine your efforts. 

When you commit a crime, the first thing you should do is remember that you have a right to an attorney. Whether you committed a crime intentionally or not, what happens next is largely up to the authorities. Some prosecuting attorneys might seek relatively simple charges. Others, however, are more aggressive and will push for the harshest possible charges and penalties.

The point of a solid criminal defense is to protect your reputation, your rights and to make sure you're not treated unfairly. Your attorney will take steps to guarantee that the laws of the state or country are followed appropriately, and they'll make sure there is not an unfair bias against you in court.