Significant age gaps may exist between married couples, and they could mean little or nothing. Many spouses enjoy a wonderful union despite one of them being much older. However, age gaps could affect a marriage, but not necessarily how people assume. That is, a...
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Year: 2021
New York and DWI/DUI penalties
New York is home to millions of commuters, and drunk drivers present a danger to their safety. People can make mistakes, such as getting behind the wheel while under the influence. First-time offenders should expect to pay the price for a DWI offense, but the...
Understanding abandonment as a ground for a divorce
People who want to get divorced in New York will in some cases list the reasons in their petitions. New York recognizes both fault and no-fault grounds. One of the fault-based grounds for divorces in the state is spousal abandonment. What is spousal abandonment?...
This is why older couples divorce today
Divorce is never easy, and it can be especially challenging when you are older, and you have children and grandchildren. Although divorce at an older age is something that many people do not think about, it's something that happens often in New York, and for many...
Can drug courts help you?
New York is among the many states that have established drug courts to handle the overwhelming load of cases being filed against those facing lower to moderate level drug charges. This helps court personnel focus on the problem and potentially reduce the level of...
New York laws pertaining to intoxication not related to alcohol
The state of New York takes drug charges very seriously. While most people think of intoxication in relation to alcohol, one can be intoxicated through the use of drugs as well. It's important to know what the laws are regarding this type of drug offense. What are New...
Drug Facts Under Federal and State Laws
Drug laws are changing all around the country. New drug laws are being introduced and new drug classifications are changing. The consequences of drug offenses are also changing as drug laws change. Here's what you need to know about the current state of drug laws at...
Things to consider about living with your ex-spouse
Believe it or not, there are some divorced couples that still live together. There could be many reasons for this living arrangement including children that are involved or high rent prices. While living with your ex-spouse is usually not ideal, some New York...
How to challenge a field sobriety test
Field sobriety tests have long been used by New York law enforcement officers when they have reasonable suspicion that a motorist is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. These tests have also been known to be severely flawed due to inability to allow for...
Helping your kids understand your divorce
One of the hardest conversations New York parents might have to have with their children is to announce their divorce. However, they can work together to help their children through this difficult time. Meet and plan to decide how to approach telling the kids the news...