Many Americans are struggling to pay their monthly bills as the coronavirus pandemic continues. When you cannot afford to pay your bills each month, it can become easy to be overwhelmed by debt. For many, the more they try to catch up on paying their bills, the further behind and deeper in debt they become. […]
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, many business owners and individuals are struggling to pay their bills. Bankruptcy is a helpful solution for many Florida residents who are unable to pay their bills. Unfortunately, many people are afraid of filing for bankruptcy due to misplaced optimism, myths, or fears. One of the concerns related to bankruptcy […]
In New York, the probate court has the responsibility of distributing a deceased person’s assets after their death. Probate proceedings occur in a particular court, called the surrogate’s court, located in the county where the decedent was living when they died. When a person dies with a will in place, the probate court will distribute […]
Incapacity planning is one of the most important parts of estate plans. At the Law Offices of Barton P. Levine, we have helped many clients successfully plan for their future needs. Many Americans will end up needing long-term care. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, a 65-year-old today has a nearly […]
Shutdowns related to the coronavirus have caused significant financial hardship for many Americans. Many Americans have added to their credit card debt to pay their bills after being laid off or having their work hours reduced. The federal government and state governments have provided some protection for consumers, placing moratoriums on landlords’ ability to evict […]
If you are considering moving into a nursing home or placing a loved one in a nursing home, you may have some concerns. Nursing homes have become expensive, especially in New York City. In Manhattan, a nursing home costs an average of $500 per day, or $15,000 per month. Even if you move out outside […]
In New York, the average cost of a semi-private nursing home is $11,756 a month. Those in a private nursing home room pay an average of $12,189 per month. In fact, New York state has the fifth most expensive average nursing home cost in the entire country. Many New York residents are unable to afford […]
The bond between special needs children and their parents can be incredibly strong. One of the parents’ biggest fears is that their children will not be taken care of after they pass away. This fear is amplified for parents whose child or children have special needs. Parents want to make sure that their children will […]
The probate administration process in New York allows an executor to resolve a deceased person’s estate. If you are in the process of creating an estate plan, you will need to select an executor to administer your estate. Or, you may recently discover that a friend or loved one has appointed you as the executor […]
Facing consumer bankruptcy in New York can be overwhelming. Many New Yorkers consider bankruptcy to be a last resort. Nonetheless, bankruptcy can be the best option for many New Yorkers who are struggling with debt. Consumer bankruptcy is a legal process that helps a person who cannot pay his or her debts get a fresh […]
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