Volunteer and Celebrate "I Love My Park Day" on Long Islad

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Looking for something fun to do on Long Island this weekend?  The weather is going to be beautiful - why not take advantage of spending some time outdoors?  This weekend, eighteen parks across Long Island will hold volunteer events as part of the 4th annual "I Love My Park Day!"

The participating parks will work with park staff and friend groups to cleanup, improve, and beautify the parks with volunteers!  Here is a list of the participating parks.

Participating Parks:

• Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park
• Belmont Lake State Park
• Bethpage State Park
• Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
• Captree State Park
• Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
• Connetquot River State Park Preserve
• Heckscher State Park
• Hempstead Lake State Park
• Jones Beach State Park
• Montauk Point State Park
• Nissquogue River State Park
• Orient Beach State Parik
• Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park
• Robert Moses State Park
• Sunken Meadow State Park
• Valley Stream State Park
• Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Park

For more information on "I Love My Park Day," check out this article from longisland.com

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Enjoy Your Time on the Water with Safe Boating Tips

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350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

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Are you enjoying the warmer weather?  Boating season is right around the corner!  Here are a few safety tips to keep in mind before you head out on your first boating trip of the year.

Boating Safety Tips:

• Check the Weather - ALWAYS check the weather before you had out on the water.  There are many resources that give information on wave heights, tides, and whether or not a storm is coming later in the day.  If you notice darkening clouds, play it safe and bring your boat back into the dock.
• Carry Enough Lifejackets - Life jackets are an important part of your boating experience.  Make sure that you have enough life jackets on board for your whole family and keep in mind that children under a certain age are required to wear a life jacket by law.
• Drive Sober - Alcohol related boating accidents are common, especially as we approach warm weather holidays.  Always avoid operating a motor vehicle when under the influence of alcohol.
• Take a Boating Safety Course - Beginning boaters and experienced boaters can both benefit from taking a boating safety course.  They help provide boating safety rules and make sure that you are educated and prepared for navigating local waterways.

If you are in need of legal expertise this spring, contact our office!  Our attorneys are experienced in law regarding recreational boating accidents.  In the unfortunate event you do experience a boating accident, our attorneys can hlp provide you with legal advice. 

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Understanding Wills: Frequently Asked Questions

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Do you have a will in place?  Although it's not a topic we all like to dwell on, wills are an important part of making sure that your assets are properly distributed after you pass away.  Here are a few of the most frequently asked questions regarding wills, according to the American Bar Association.

What Does a Will Do?
A will provides instructions on how to distribute your property after you pass away.  With a will, you can dispose of property as you choose.  By reviewing your beneficiary designations, you can determine who will receive your properties after your death.

What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
If you do not have a will in place, New York State laws dictate how your assets are distributed and who receives your property by default.  In many cases, the assets will be distributed to spouses and children.  Many people are not happy with the state's predetermined plan, and prefer to have a plan that suits their personal preferences. 

What Does a Will NOT do?
Wills do not govern non-probate properties.  This includes real estate and other assets owned with rights of survivorship.  Similarly, IRAs and insurance policies payable to  named beneficiary pass on to said person regardless of what is state in your will.

How Do You Excute (Sign) a Will?
All wills need to be signed in the presence of a witness.  Our attorneys are here to help you through the process and make preparing and executing your will simple.

What is a Living Will?
Living wills are a written expression of how you want to be treated in certain medical circumstances.  This can include life-sustaining treatments in hte event you are terminally ill or injured.  This document gives you the opportunity to determine in advance whether you wish to be provided with food and water via intravenous devices and to give other medical instructions that dictate how you wish to be cared for.

Read more FAQs regarding wills and estate planning on the American Bar Association website.

If you are in need of legal expertise this spring, contact our office!  Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

What to Do When You've Forgotten Your Driver's License

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350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

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Forgetfulness can sometimes get the better of us. If you've left your driver's license at home, don't panic.  This traffic violation is simple to correct.

In NY, forgetting to carry your driver's license while driving your vehicle generally leads to a "fix-it ticket."  In this case, you just need to later show proof that you have fixed the violation and have the citation dismissed by the traffic court.  

If your license is suspended or revoked, the consequences can be more serious.  Depending on your charge, it might be considered a misdemeanor.  Fortunately, our experienced attorneys are here to help you navigate through the legal system and determine what the best option will be for you.

Read more about what to do when you've forgotten your license here.

If you are in need of legal expertise this spring, contact our office!  Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Family-Friendly Weekend Events on Long Island

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It may not feel like spring today, but May is right around the corner.  Looking for something fun to do with your family this weekend?  There are plenty of fun events happening across Long Island.

Weekend Events:

Arbor Day Family Festival
Where: Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park
Cost: $20 Per Vehicle
When: Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm
Celebrate the trees in a weekend-long festival that celebrates Arbor Day!  

Tyrants and Tiaras: Pirate and Princess Day
Where: Long Island Aquarium
Cost: $26.50 for adults, $10.25 for children 12 and younger if dressed as a pirate or princess 
When: Saturday from 10am-3pm
Children 12 and younger will get 50% off admission to the aquarium when they come dressed in their favorite pirate or princess costume!  There will be photo opportunities, pistol duels, and whip and cannon demonstrations.  

All Kids Fair
Where: Melville Marriott
Cost: $5, free ages 2 and younger
When: Sunday from 10am-4:30 pm
Looking for a healthier weekend alternative?  This educational health and wellness fair will feature more than 80 different vendors!  Kids can have fun with free face painting, smoothies, and gluten free baked goods samples!

Check out this article from Newsday for more fun weekend events.

If you are in need of legal expertise this spring, contact our office!  Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

Celebrate Earth Day Today and Every Day!

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350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

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Happy Earth Day!

The world today is a lot more eco-conscious than it was in 1970.  It might be hard to imagine a time when factories could legally dump toxic waste into nearby streams.  Today we celebrate Earth Day and the laws that we now have in place to protect our environment!

The first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970, when 20 million Americans protested for a healthy, sustainable environment. This led to the creation of several essential pieces of environmental legislation that still are upheld today.

• Creation of the Environmental Protection Agency - The EPA is a well known part of the United States government.  While we rely on the agency for many of our current environmental laws, the EPA was not always around.  It wasn't until the National Environmental Policy Act that the EPA was created.
• Clean Air Act of 1970 - This legislation authorized state and federal regulations that limit industrial pollution. This means that businesses had to restrict their emissions.
• Clean Water Act - While this act was passed a little later on (1972), it is still associated with Earth Day.  This legislation is in place to restore and maintain the integrity of our water.  It also includes wastewater treatment and maintaining the integrity of the wetlands.

Read more about the history of Earth Day here.  You can also check out fun things to do on Long Island for Earth Day on the Mommy Poppins website.

If you are in need of legal expertise this spring, contact our office!  Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.