The Dangers of Social Media and Criminal Charges
- Jun 18 2017
In recent years, social media has become a part of the daily lives of people all over the world. Sites such as Facebook and Twitter provide users with a convenient ...
Vehicle Rollovers in New York
- Jun 16 2017
While relatively rare compared to other types of motor vehicle accidents, vehicle rollovers have a higher fatality rate than any other type of crash. In fact, approximately 8000 people die ...
Clearing Debt through Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Jun 5 2017
If you’re struggling with mounting debt, it can often feel like there is no way to get your finances back on track. Fortunately, a legal process exists that allows qualified ...
O&A Heart Walk Teams Ready for Action
- May 31 2017
On Saturday June 3, our attorneys and staff will field two teams in the 2017 Capital Region Heart Walk and Run. We dedicate our efforts in the name of 5-year-old ...
Accidents Involving Drivers without Insurance
- May 31 2017
Most states require that drivers obtain car insurance prior to operating a vehicle, and New York is no exception. Specifically, New York requires coverage amounts of $25,000 for bodily injury ...
Elements of a Slip and Fall Claim
- May 30 2017
Any time someone suffers an injury because a business, homeowner, or municipality did not take good care of their property, the accident victim may have grounds for personal injury lawsuit. ...
Guardianship for Incapacitated Adults
- May 18 2017
In New York, adults who can no longer manage their personal or financial affairs due to mental or physical impairment are considered legally incapacitated. Article 81 of New York’s Mental ...
Bikers, Walkers Threatened By Increase In Distracted Driving
- May 17 2017
Pam Nichols’s May Newsletter April showers have given way to May flowers, encouraging walkers and bicyclists to get out and enjoy the weather. Long walks and leisurely bike rides can ...
Proud Sponsors of 2017 Capital Pride Festival
- May 16 2017
O’Connell and Aronowitz is proud to announce our sponsorship of the 2017 Capital Pride Festival. The celebration, to be held June 11 at Washington Park, is the premier annual event ...
Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples
- May 14 2017
Estate planning involves the legal structuring of the disposition of one’s current and projected assets. Estate plans should account for both expected and unexpected life events, and they should contain ...
Felonies vs. Misdemeanors in New York
- May 11 2017
New York, like most states, divides crimes into two categories: misdemeanors and felonies. Misdemeanors and felonies carry varying penalties, with consequences ranging from a few months to several years in ...
Times Union Names O’Connell and Aronowitz A Winner of the Capital District 2017 Top Workplaces Award
- May 9 2017
O’Connell and Aronowitz has been awarded a 2017 Top Workplaces honor by the Times Union. The Top Workplaces lists are based solely on the results of an employee feedback survey ...
What is the Role of a Bankruptcy Trustee?
- May 2 2017
If you file for personal bankruptcy, a trustee will be appointed to manage your case. The specific duties of a trustee depend on whether you file for Chapter 7 or ...
Jeffrey J. Sherrin Presents At National Conference for Clinical Laboratories
- May 2 2017
Jeff Sherrin joins a faculty of 80 lab-industry leaders today at the 22nd Annual Executive War College, billed as the nation’s pre-eminent gathering of senior lab executives, administrators, pathologists and ...
Conference for Health Educators Provides Statewide Audience for Pamela Nichols and End Distracted Driving
- Apr 21 2017
Pamela Nichols is presenting the End Distracted Driving: Student Awareness Initiative today at the New York Association for Health Physical Education Recreation and Dance (NYS APHERD) Health Education Conference at ...
Attorney Kelly Mikullitz Featured in Daily Gazette Article Discussing Lead Poisoning
- Apr 11 2017
The March issue of Daily Gazette’s Homes Edition featured an interview with attorney Kelly Mikullitz. The article, reprinted below, details important safety information about the impact of lead exposure as ...
Free Test for Lead in Drinking Water Available to Residents
- Mar 10 2017
The New York State Department of Health announced March 1 that it is launching a pilot program that will allow residents that are served by either a private well or ...
Common Causes of Brain Injuries
- Feb 26 2017
The Superbowl officially puts football season behind us, and with it the focus on concussions in the media will likely fade until summer training camp. The harsh reality, however, is ...
Spike in Traffic Deaths Reverses 40-Year Trend
- Feb 20 2017
Pam Nichols’s February Newsletter Troubling news on traffic safety. Injuries and deaths from vehicle crashes have always been a major problem on U.S. roadways. But as a nation, we have made ...
Key Elements of a Real Estate Contract
- Feb 20 2017
Do I need an attorney if I am buying a home? If you are buying a home it is essential to understand the key elements of a real estate contract. ...
