Free Webinar: SBA Payroll Protection Program
- Apr 7 2020
We are here to help our community understand and take full advantage of the Payroll Protection Program. This is a new SBA loan program which in many instances can be ...
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Estate Planning in a Time of Crisis
- Mar 27 2020
How to sign documents during the coronavirus Getting your estate planning documents together can be challenging during the best of times. You need to make a variety of important decisions, ...
Overview of the Marriage Equality Act
- Feb 21 2020
The New York State Marriage Equality Act grants same sex couples the freedom to marry in New York State and prohibits the denial of a marriage license to same sex ...
Commuters, Business Travelers Face New Dangers, Shrinking Legal Rights
- Feb 14 2020
Pam Nichols’s February Newsletter As if long work weeks weren’t enough, we waste more time than ever getting to work in the first place, whether on the road or by ...
Vaping: Unregulated, Addictive and Dangerous
- Jan 21 2020
Pamela Nichols’s January Newsletter E-cigarette and vape use have skyrocketed. About 10% of U.S. adults now vape, as the practice is called, almost four times more than the 2.6 percent ...
Fire Risks Increase During Winter Holidays
- Dec 10 2019
Pam Nichols’s December Newsletter According to the National Fire Protection Association, more home fires occur during the winter months than any other season of the year. There are many contributing ...
Protect Yourself and Your Party Guests This Holiday Season
- Nov 19 2019
Pam Nichols’s November Newsletter Celebrating the spirit of the holidays is more than simply planning the perfect menu and stunning home decor. Thanksgiving to New Year’s can pose a heightened ...
October 20-26 is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
- Oct 22 2019
Lead Can Be Found Inside and Outside the Home Lead poisoning occurs when lead enters the bloodstream and builds up to toxic levels. Many different factors such as the source ...
Personal Gun Safety Tips for the Hunt and at Home
- Oct 10 2019
Pam Nichols’s October Newsletter Fall, for many Americans, is synonymous with the start of hunting season. Millions of hunters join family and friends for a cherished tradition that may go ...
What is the Residency Requirement for Divorce in New York State?
- Oct 8 2019
In New York State, you must meet the residency requirement before you can file for divorce.
Child Custody: Intentional Interference in Child’s Relationship with Other Parent Can Affect Custody Rights
- Sep 19 2019
When a parent intentionally interferes with the other parent’s relationship with a child, the New York State courts have held such interference to be so inconsistent with the best interests ...
Smart Toys Can Put Your Child’s Privacy, Safety at Risk
- Sep 6 2019
Pam Nichols’s September Newsletter Your four-year-old is too young for Facebook or Instagram, so you might think they are protected from the data miners, marketing hawks or hackers that grab ...
Interest Rates Have Slid Back to Three-Year Lows: Great Opportunity for Homebuyers
- Aug 29 2019
Our qualified team can help you capitalize on these low interest rates and the great opportunities afforded to potential homebuyers. Contact us today!
How Do I Get a Lead Test For My Child?
- Aug 8 2019
It is critically important to get your child tested for lead so that if there is an elevated blood lead level, steps can be taken to eliminate the source of ...
When You Know Divorce is Your Next Step, It Can Help To Know The First Steps
- Jul 30 2019
When you’ve made the difficult decision that divorce is the option that will be in your best interests, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. But understanding the components of the divorce ...
Keep Kids Safe with the Right Sports and Recreation Helmets
- Jul 16 2019
Pam Nichols’s July Newsletter Kids are everywhere, wringing out every sunny minute of summer vacation. Bike rides, scooter trips, summer practices and games for every imaginable sport – there’s lots ...
What is a Deposition?
- Jun 18 2019
Like most people, you may have never before been involved in litigation. It’s understandable you’ll have questions and, perhaps, some apprehension. A deposition, or examination before trial, is a pre-trial ...
Your Best Partner on Motorcycle Ride? Adequate Insurance
- Jun 11 2019
Pam Nichols’s June Newsletter After strapping on your helmet, the next best protection you can have in case of a motorcycle accident is ADEQUATE insurance. While all 50 states require ...
How Divorce Affects Health Insurance
- Jun 7 2019
There are many things to consider during divorce, and health insurance should be one of them. This video blog looks at the question of whether you can say on your ...
No Fault Divorce in New York State
- May 24 2019
The “No Fault” divorce action can help divorcing couples from exhausting financial and emotional resources. Our team of compassionate attorneys can advise you on the best options for your circumstance.