People who operate commercial vehicles such as delivery vans, semi-trucks, commercial buses and more pass a special test to receive a commercial driver's license. In addition to passing state-specific tests and abiding by the laws in individual regions, commercial...
Whether you are a custodial parent worried about your ability to raise your child due to missed child support or you are a non-custodial parent responsible for making payments, it is important to take a look at child support and income withholding. According to the...
Drivers in New York and other parts of the country do not need anyone to tell them that texting while driving is a bad idea. About 98% of the participants in one poll expressed that texting while driving was a safety hazard. However, half of the poll respondents...
Some divorced parents in New York may bristle at the thought of settling for joint custody. Many parents would prefer to raise their children themselves without input from their former spouses. However, joint custody can be a healthy, beneficial arrangement that...
Letting your teen drive without accompanying them in the driver’s seat can be nerve-wracking. But teaching your children measures to be safe behind the wheel doesn’t have to stop after they receive their license. Breaking down distractions, potential road hazards and...
While it might seem safe to assume that unwed fathers automatically have parental rights, if the father doesn't provide evidence of his paternity, he can be denied child custody and visitation rights. Here's what unwed fathers should know if they plan on entering a...
You might not know the exact details of New York's move-over law. However, not knowing about the law does not excuse you from it, and you can face legal consequences for not following it. What exactly is the move-over law? In most states, the move-over law means that...
Being stopped by New Jersey police for any reason can be a scary and stressful situation. However, how you act will often greatly determine the outcome of your traffic stop. If you're looking to get the interaction over with, then becoming angry and confrontational is...
Police in New York took a Glen Cove man into custody on drunk driving charges on the night of Sept. 6 after receiving a tip. The 37-year-old man faces counts of driving while intoxicated, aggravated DWI, failing to maintain a single lane, consuming alcohol while...
New York prohibits all drivers from texting while driving. Most states throughout the country have similar bans due to traffic safety concerns. Cellphone usage while behind the wheel, whether it is texting, checking a GPS application or talking, increases the risk of...
