Starting Later This Year, Getting a Divorce will get Easier in New York

Earlier this year, New York became the last state to allow no-fault divorces.  Prior to this law, spouses who disagreed on the terms of a divorce couldn’t be divorced unless one spouse proved the other was guilty of cruelty, abandonment or adultery.  With the passage of this law spouses will now be able to claim [...]

Do You Know a Veteran Struggling with PTSD?

For the thousands of veterans returning home, getting back to life as usual is a hard task.  Many come back traumatized from all they have seen and encountered and in need of mental health services. Thankfully, on July 13, 2010, VA published a final regulation that will make access to care and the claims process [...]

Beware of Mortgage Rescue Scams!

Many people, desperate to save their homes, are being victimized by foreclosure rescue companies. Many of these companies promise to negotiate with mortgage banks for lower rates, get payment forgiveness and other benefits in exchange for illegal upfront fees —promises they won’t or can’t actually fulfill. As a result, consumers may find themselves further in [...]