The attorneys at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C. are proud to announce that they are benefactors of the United Hospice of Rockland’s Gala 2014: Dancing With Our Stars event to be held on Sunday, October 19, 2014. The event helps raise funds for United Hospice, which benefits people with serious illnesses, providing care, hope, comfort and improved quality of life for …
Can I Dismiss My Divorce After the Case is Filed?
Although it is rare, it is not prohibited for someone seeking a divorce to change his or her mind during or after the process in an attempt to reconcile with an ex. Maintaining a healthy relationship can be incredibly difficult. It is possible that through a divorce, a couple could realize that many of its problems could be hashed out …
How Can I Avoid Drunk Driving This Labor Day?
Today, while you are enjoying the Labor Day holiday, remember that each year thousands of Americans are killed in drunk driving accidents. Avoid this problem by having a designated driver, or by using public transportation and taxis. In New Jersey, in 2012, there were 164 drunk driving fatalities, representing 28 percent of all vehicle accident fatalities. Unfortunately, during Labor Day …
How Can I Seek a Child Custody Enforcement Order?
Some of the most complicated and emotionally draining aspects of divorce are issues surrounding child custody. When parents do not agree on child custody, it can cause turmoil, which does not benefit the children. In an intense case that is generating media attention, actress Kelly Rutherford, best known from her role on Gossip Girl, is fighting her ex-husband over custody of …
How Many People Are Injured in Pedestrian Accidents Each Year?
Personal injuries sustained in pedestrian accidents like head injuries, spinal cord injuries or compound fractures often require expensive physical therapy and rehab. Sadly, each year, thousands of Americans sustain injuries like these in pedestrian accidents. Recently, the National Complete Streets Coalition released a safety study examining accident trends in various U.S. cities. According to the coalition, there were more than …
Who Is Responsible for Health Insurance Costs Following a Divorce?
Some of the most common questions we receive in divorce cases involving children deal with health insurance coverage. It should be noted if you are going through a legal separation with your spouse, health insurance coverage provisions could be written into any agreement. In many cases, the parent who was responsible for making insurance payments continues to do so until …
Two Die in Thruway Wrong-Way Collision
As we reported last month—head-on vehicle crashes are incredibly dangerous, often resulting in death and serious personal injuries like broken bones, spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries. Many of these accidents occur because of driving while under the influence, distracted driving and the failure of car parts or vehicle defects. According to Yahoo!, 360 people are killed each year …
How Should I Tell My Spouse I Want a Divorce?
Divorce is one of the most mentally challenging hurdles a person can face. It can be incredibly hard if you are in a poor relationship to tell your spouse that you want to leave him or her. Often, there is still a love that exists between spouses, even when their marriage is on the rocks, as they have spent much …
What Are the Signs of Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect?
Nursing homes have a duty to protect residents from threats of violence, as well as from neglect and other issues that may put their safety at risk. Nursing home abuse and neglect is something that state and federal agencies take very seriously. If you have a family member who you believe is suffering at the hands of a nursing home, …
Are You Experiencing Spousal or Child Support Issues?
If you do not receive quality legal counsel during your divorce, you could end up paying an enormous sum in terms of spousal and/or child support payments. Both of these issues can be difficult to hash out during divorce proceedings, so it is important that you work with an attorney who has your interests in mind. Remember, while you may …