A New YIMBYs (Yes In My Backyard) Perspective on Housing Recently, the New York Times published a very interesting and informative article by Conor Dougherty chronicling the efforts of a group of people in California to reexamine some of the common assumptions related to the need for dense residential developments in our communities. Mr. Dougherty…
MAKE OLD MAN WINTER YOUR FRIEND We are now officially in the dead of winter. As the effects of winter bring ever increasing utility bills and cold and drafty homes, it is comforting to know that there is some help available, especially for seniors, to cope with old man winter. The New York State Office…
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AVOIDING SLIP AND FALLS WHEN YOU’RE 55 AND OLDER Being 55 years old is surely is not as old as 55 used to be. Now at 55 you can be fully employed, if that be your pleasure, and looking forward to many more productive years. You can volunteer, exercise, travel, participate in sports or,even…
WHAT THE ORANGE COUNTY SOCIAL HOST LAW MEANS FOR YOU It is holiday time. Food and drink and parties. College kids home from school. So now is the time to think about what is your responsibility for those around you, who are under 21, in your home, drinking alcoholic beverages. If you are over…
There are many factors to contemplate when considering a divorce. Our divorce tips will help you be aware of the impact a divorce will have on you, your children, finances, taxes, insurance and property. Here are some key factors to consider before filing for divorce: Divorce Tips, #1: Consider your Options There are many ways to approach a…
One More Step Towards New York’s Clean Energy Future I recently had the opportunity to attend an excellent presentation by Houtan Moveni from New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (“NYSERDA”), which was hosted by the Orange County Planning Department. Mr. Moveni discussed the action by the New York State Public Service Commission to…
The Child Victims Act The Child Victims Act. It was signed by Gov. Cuomo and went into effect on August 14, 2019. Maybe you have seen a discussion about it on tv. Maybe you have read about it. And you ask yourself, what is it all about? Here is some information. This new law allows…
Important Notice: Changes to Statewide Housing Security and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 We want to be sure that you are aware of newly enacted state legislation which significantly impacts landlord-tenant matters. New York enacted the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 providing for sweeping changes to rent and landlord/tenant laws with the…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Andrea L. Dumais, Esq., and Kelly A. Pressler, Esq., Recognized by Super Lawyers as 2019 Upstate New York Rising Stars WALDEN, NY – The law firm of Jacobowitz and Gubits, LLP (J&G) is pleased to announce that Andrea L Dumais, senior counsel concentrating in matrimonial law; and Kelly A. Pressler, senior counsel…
