02/17/2022
In order to prove a false arrest claim, the victim must be able to show that the arresting officer lacked probable cause. Our legal experts can weigh the merits of your claim and let you know if you have a case.
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We take care of your needs related to elder, real estate, and business law. With more than 30 years of experience in the legal field, we are the attorneys you need on your side. Contact our company in Horseheads, New York, to request an appointment to meet with our attorneys.
02/15/2022
Did you know that in the 1980s, women made up only eight percent of the total number of lawyers in the United States? However, with more and more women choosing to pursue a legal career, that number has steadily risen and now stands at just over 30%.
02/10/2022
Why hire a lawyer to write your will? It's true there is no requirement that a lawyer write or file a will. However, if you are going to be dealing with medical directives, business issues and custody requests, a lawyer can make sure your wishes are followed.
02/08/2022
When you think of education law, it’s easy to think that it only relates to public schools and issues that involve them. But it can also concern private schools as well, such as ensuring that private schools meet legally established educational standards.
02/03/2022
Unfortunately, the judicial process for civil matters isn’t always as fast as you might like. While it may seem as though a lot of time is passing without results, we’re working behind the scenes to handle all the administrative tasks associated with your case.
02/01/2022
If you are seeking special services for your child at school, there are options if you are turned down. In addition to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, a second federal law, known as Section 504, could also help your child. This is a civil rights law that stops schools from discriminating on the basis of a disability.
01/27/2022
What to do, whether to settle, and when to settle are difficult questions for those who are involved with civil action. An attorney practicing civil law is in the best position to advise you on the best course of action at every stage of the proceedings.
01/25/2022
Teachers sometimes face similar disciplinary action as students do, but instead of being sent to the principal’s office, teachers may be called before the school board and face serious consequences. If this has happened to you, an education law attorney can help advise and represent you.
01/20/2022
It’s important to remember that not all instances of discrimination will necessarily be worth taking to trial. Let’s talk about the discrimination you were forced to endure and whether you could win in court.
01/18/2022
Feel like you’ve tried everything to help meet your child’s special needs but still aren’t convinced you’ve succeeded? An attorney knows your rights in ways you may not and they can help ensure that you have covered all of your bases.
01/13/2022
Civil attorneys who specialize in consumer litigation represent their clients' rights in consumer transactions. Consumer litigation involves matters such as deceptive or unfair trade practices, consumer fraud, auto warranties and Lemon laws, construction defects, and unscrupulous credit collection practices.
01/11/2022
One of the most common subjects that education lawyers deal with is civil rights. This can cover a wide variety of situations. For example, it can cover freedom of speech at school, freedom of religion, or searches of a student’s backpack, locker, or vehicle.
01/06/2022
Shakespeare referred to law more than any other profession, and as author Daniel Kornstein notes, the play Measure for Measure “quivers with legal immediacy and raises fundamental questions … Legal themes permeate the play and rivet the attention of both lawyers and non-lawyers alike.”
01/04/2022
Private schools are not exempt from many laws regarding public education, and need to be held accountable when they cross lines or violate your child’s rights. If you have questions or concerns about the private school your child attends, an attorney experienced in education law can help.
12/30/2021
Family law is a special type of civil law. This type covers divorce, child support, child custody, or adoptions. These very important cases can be complicated and have a lot of factors, but a civil attorney can help you make sense of them all.
12/28/2021
For those who have the aptitude for it, the practice of law is often a lucrative one. However, before one can get to a position of affluence and influence, a very long and challenging road has to be traveled in a journey that not many aspirants get to complete.
12/23/2021
Some states have “at-will” employment, which means that an employee can be fired for any reason, or even no reason at all. However, even at-will employees are entitled to the protection of anti-discrimination laws.
12/21/2021
More often than not, parental intuition is RIGHT- if you think that your child is being discriminated against or treated badly, do your research-and if needed, bring in an attorney who knows how to prevent it.
12/16/2021
There are three types of product liability cases. They involve design defects, defects in manufacturing and marketing defects. A product may be manufactured according to the design, but if that design is defective, there is liability in the case.
12/14/2021
Has your child been evaluated for a learning disability and the school district doesn’t agree that the disability exists? An education attorney can help prepare evidence and get expert testimony from medical professionals to help make your case.
12/09/2021
Some people feel very strongly about end-of-life medical treatment. Your spouse may know your preferences. But what if your spouse is no longer around when you are in the hospital and unable to communicate to doctors and family members? A living will, which a civil lawyer can help you draft, includes your viewpoint on end of life medical treatment.
12/07/2021
Basically, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was written to ensure certain rights for you and your child with a learning or other disability. If you feel that these rights are being infringed upon, then it’s time to hire an education lawyer.
12/02/2021
The first law school in America was opened by Tapping Reeve in 1784. During the Revolutionary War, Reeve taught aspiring lawyers, but in 1784, he adopted a formal curriculum, scheduled classes, built a small school building, and launched the Litchfield Law School.
11/30/2021
Many historians trace the beginning of American education law to the Massachusetts Act of 1642. It stated that parents and masters of apprentices and servants were required to ensure children could demonstrate basic reading and writing skills.
11/25/2021
It’s important to remember that the way your child perceives a situation at school may not be the whole story. When it appears that they’re the victim of harassment or discrimination, we can help you get to the bottom of it.
11/23/2021
If your child has been evaluated for a learning disability and the school district doesn’t find that disability, then you may have legal recourse. An attorney can help prepare evidence and get expert testimony from doctors and mental health professionals to prove your case.
11/18/2021
The carrying and use of fi****ms has become a volatile issue. If you have been involved in something in which fi****ms played a role, you may be entitled to take civil action. We will need to know all the facts you have.
11/16/2021
While the 1974 Equal Education Opportunities Act prohibited discrimination in schools, the sad truth is that it still happens to this day. If this occurs with your child, then an education lawyer will help to ensure that this issue is given all of the weight that it deserves.
11/11/2021
Is your property in danger due to civil planning and zoning matters? We will help protect your rights, as well as preserve the value of your property, by building a strong case.
11/09/2021
A US Department of Education study indicates nearly 80% of schools have a zero-tolerance policy regarding violence and nearly 90% have a zero tolerance policy for drugs. Without legal representation, even first-time offenders may receive the maximum disciplinary action.
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