Petitioning for a Pre-Birth Judgment of Parentage: The Legal Process in New York
Effective February 15, 2021, the Child-Parent Security Act (CPSA) has legalized gestational surrogacy in New York. In addition to key legal protections, the CPSA also secures a…
How Mobile Sports Wagering Can Negatively Impact Family Relationships
Since the legalization of mobile sports wagering in New York State in 2022, New York has collected billions in taxes from mobile betting. While New York has allowed legal gambling…
Clifton Park day care faces closure by state after child’s injury
CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (Times Union) — The owner of a day care center where two employees were charged in connection with the alleged abuse of a toddler last month says he…
New process simplifies uncontested joint divorce in New York
ALBANY, NY (WROC) — New York overhauled uncontested joint divorce, with the New York State Unified Court System (UCS) announcing a simplified process at the end of January.…
New York State adultery law repealed
ALBANY, NY (WTEN) — Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed a bill repealing the state’s adultery law. Assemblymember Charles Lavine sponsored the legislation and said the…
Schenectady swatting call under investigation
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A Schenectady neighborhood was hit with a swatting call on Thursday that called out the entire police department. Schenectady Police Department…
How Can I Protect My Assets During Divorce?
Divorce can create substantial emotional turmoil but may also pose significant financial risks, especially when it comes to the division of assets. If you are contemplating…
Making Sure the “House” Wins: How Sports Gambling Can Negatively Impact Your Family Relationships
On the two-year anniversary of mobile sports wagering being allowed in New York State, Governor Kathy Hochul announced earlier this year that, in total, New York has collected…
Judge in limo crash case OKs sharing of grand jury testimony
SCHOHARIE — State Supreme Court Justice Peter Lynch has authorized the release of grand jury testimony regarding the actions of Mavis Discount Tire, the Saratoga Springs…
Can Moving Out Before a Divorce Cause Problems?
Depending on your living situation, children, and the conditions of a divorce, you or your soon-to-be ex-spouse may consider moving out of the shared home before the divorce is…