KGG Law Blog

How Do Finances Contribute to Divorce?

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.Family Law Attorney

Are you unhappily married? Does the thought of being around your spouse much longer seem too stressful to handle? You should not fret, as each year, thousands of marriages across the United States end divorced. Sometimes, marriages can become intolerable because of issues like finances. In 2012, Psychology Today reported that one of the most significant factors leading to divorce …

Vehicle Accidents: Are Teens More Likely to Drink and Drive?

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.Personal Injury Lawsuits

Sadly, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the U.S. Each day, approximately seven teenagers, ages 16 to 19, dies in a vehicle accident in the U.S., as young people are more likely to be involved in crashes. In addition to death, the CDC reported …

KGG’s Paul Goldhamer Named Super Lawyer

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.Family Law Attorney

The attorneys at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C. are proud to announce that Paul Goldhamer has been named as a 2014 Super Lawyer in the practice areas of family and matrimonial law. According to its website, Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a “rigorous, multiphase rating process.” To gain recognition, a candidate is judged by 12 indicators, including peer recognition and …

Does My Loved One’s Nursing Home Have Adequate Fire Safety Systems?

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.Nursing Home Abuse

Have you ever had concerns about the nursing home your family member resides in when it comes to fire safety? Apparently, there are still numerous facilities across the country that have inadequate fire sprinkler systems or are missing protections in general. According to the Associated Press, there are 385 facilities in 39 states that have failed to meet sprinkler requirements …

United Hospice Dancing With Our Stars Gala Scheduled for October 19

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.News

As a reminder to our readers, the United Hospice of Rockland’s Gala 2014: Dancing With Our Stars event will be held next Sunday, October 19, starting at 5 p.m. The attorneys at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C. are proud benefactors of the event that raises money for United Hospice, which helps people with serious illnesses. The gala will take place at …

Is Legal Representation Important in a Same-Sex Divorce?

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.Divorce attorney

As same-sex civil unions or domestic partnerships are now legal in New York and New Jersey, you are entitled to the same rights as any other divorcing couple if you are gay, should you meet residency requirements. However, complications can arise when there are issues to hash out like child custody or spousal support payments, among other things. This is …

Should I Seek Damages Following a Motorcycle Accident?

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.News

Did you know that you are 37 percent more likely to die in a motorcycle accident than other forms of motor vehicle accidents? This is because motorcycles offer less protections than other vehicles do. Accident victims are killed more frequently, while the injuries they suffer, which can include broken bones, brain injuries and spinal cord injuries, can be devastating. Sadly, …

What Should I Do If I Have Been Served Divorce Paperwork?

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.Family Law Attorney

Do you have questions about being served legal paperwork? Speak to our attorneys today. In many circumstances, you will be requested to respond to this paperwork in a specific period of time or be asked to show up to court. You need to make sure you receive proper legal advice when it comes to these situations. Common occurrences for being …

Do I Need Car Rental Insurance Coverage?

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.Personal Injury Lawsuits

Have you checked out a rental car and been asked by the agent to purchase additional insurance coverage? Should you? It really comes down to whether or not the agreement you have with your personal car insurer covers rental vehicles. CNN had an interesting story about this recently, saying that the costs of additional insurance coverage for a rental vehicle …

KGG Proud of Its Green History

By Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.Family Law Attorney

The attorneys at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C. are proud of their “go green” history, which dates back some 30 years. Throughout his time with KGG, attorney Paul Goldhamer has insisted that tenants located around the law firm’s offices segregate their disposable waste so that it can be recycled. This is done by having people separate waste by metals, plastics …