Holiday Cookie Recipe!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

If you’re looking for a last minute holiday cookie recipe, we've got you covered!

Here’s a delicious recipe for butter and jam thumbprint cookies, a holiday classic! Let us know how your cookies turn out on our Facebook page, linked HERE!

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon fine salt

¾  cup unsalted butter, softened

2/3 cup sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

¼  cup raspberry, cherry or strawberry jam

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats

Whisk the flour, baking powder and salt together in a bowl

In another bowl, whip the butter and sugar together with a hand-held mixer until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla until just combined. Slowly beat in the dry ingredients in 2 additions, mixing until just incorporated.

Scoop dough out into 1 inch balls with an ice cream scooper and roll in sugar. Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Press a thumbprint into the center of each ball, about ½ an inch deep. Fill each indentation with ¾ teaspoon of jam of your choice.

Bake cookies until golden, about 15 minutes. Cool cookies on a baking sheet and serve!  

Happy Holidays from the Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

The Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C. would like to wish everyone a very Happy Holiday season..from our family to yours!

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Remember, the Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C. is here to help you with any legal matters or questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to give us a call at 877-791-8076. 

MTA Considers Raising LIRR Tickets by 15%!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

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The MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority) has reported that a Long Island Rail Road ticket (LIRR) could go up by as much as 15% per ticket by March 2013.

The new proposal by the MTA has other incentives coming along with the price hike including discounts for military personnel and the Family Fare program. Ticket prices will increase between 7.1 percent and 15.3 percent depending on the type of ticket and the location from where you’re traveling.

The MTA board will be voting on Wednesday and it is expected that the increases will be approved.

What do you think of the MTA raising ticket prices? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE!

Hurricane Sandy 12.12.12 Benefit Concert will Take Over MSG Tonight!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Madison Square Garden will be packed tonight for the highly anticipated 12.12.12 concert. Tonight’s concert will be featuring some of the biggest names in the music industry and was formed to benefit those people affected by Hurricane Sandy. All proceeds will go to the Robin Hood Relief Fund.

Some of the performers include Billy Joel, Bon Jovi, Eric Clapton, the Who, the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Alicia Keys, Kanye West, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and Chris Martin!

There are many ways to get involved and contribute to this great cause. Jon Bon Jovi said, “This storm lasted a day. The effects of it are going to last a lifetime.” Billy Joel added, “I’m a Long Islander, proud to be an Islander. To see something like this happen is devastating.”

The concert will be streaming live on many websites and radio stations. It will also be available for viewing on many television stations. CLICK HERE for the complete list on where to watch tonight’s concert.

Which performers are you most excited to see? Let us know on our Facebook page, LINKED HERE! 

Support Your Local Merchants this Holiday Season!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano hopes that Long Island residents will support local merchants in their communities this holiday season, especially because of Super-storm Sandy. With the holiday season in full swing, what better way to show your support? Mangano believes this is the best way you can show your support and help your local community. 

Mangano said, “As we continue to recover and begin the rebuilding process, we have to pause and remember our local merchants.” Many businesses and communities were devastated by Sandy and need the help of the people in their communities to get their feet back on the ground. Many of these merchants stress the how important it is to buy locally to support the tax base and help keep jobs at home.

Do you support local merchants in your community? How? We want to know! Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Come Support the Adelphi University Basketball Teams Tonight!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Do you have plans for this evening? How about coming out and supporting the Adelphi University Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams in their match ups against Pace University!

The Lady Panthers (4-2) will tip off against the Pace University Setters (5-1) at 5:30 p.m. at the Center for Recreation and Sport at the Garden City campus. The Men’s game will begin at 7:30 p.m. The men currently hold a 2-5 record, and hope to pull out a big win over the Setters this evening!

Will you come and check out the action at the Center for Recreation and Sport? Come show your support for the Adelphi University basketball teams! We hope to see you there! 

David Wright Makes a $138 million Deal with the Mets!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Earlier today, New York Mets superstar David Wright agreed to a $138 million, eight year contract with the team.

This is the “richest deal” in franchise history and will replace the third basemen’s $16 million salary and included $122 million new dollars! Wow!

David Wright is the face of the New York Mets franchise and is the leader of the team in hits, RBI’s, runs and walks. Wright has also been a part of six All-Star teams and won two gold gloves. He frequently expresses that he would love to play his entire MLB career with the NY Mets.

To read the full article, CLICK HERE! 

Garden City Park Man Hit Mega Millions Jackpot for $33 Million!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

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A 67 year old floral designer from Garden City Parks life is changed forever. Philip Cimino hit the mega millions jackpot last night for $33 million!

Cimino has decided to take the payments in lump-sum of about $24.8 million, which after taxes will come to $16,408,264. Cimino picked the winning numbers off of receipts he saves from different stores. The winning ticket was purchased at Mineola Card & Smoke on Jericho Turnpike early yesterday morning.

Cimino said, “One day I’m worried about paying my bills and the next day, that’s all gone.” He said he wants to use his lottery winnings to help family and friends. He also wants to purchase a condo.

To read the full article, CLICK HERE! 

Important Documents Found in Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Confetti

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

A couple of onlookers at the 2012 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade were shocked when confetti was released. Authorities are now investigating how shredded confidential police documents from the Nassau County Police Department ended up as the parades confetti.

Manhattan attorney Saul Finkelstein was watching the parade with his son when he noticed a social security number on a piece of confetti. He began to look closer at the confetti and saw license plate numbers, names, bank data and dates of birth of Nassau County police officers and detectives – some of which work undercover.

Also found among the confetti was information about Mitt Romney’s motorcade from the presidential debate which took place at Hofstra University in October.

The Nassau County Police Department is very concerned about this situation and will continue to investigate. 

To read the full article, CLICK HERE. 

Are You a Black Friday Shopper?

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching later this week, it can only mean one thing. Black Friday is to follow!

Retailers all over have been preparing their stores as well as advertising deals for the mad rush of shoppers that come out for Black Friday sales. 

This year, many retailers are starting their deals early. Many stores are planning to open on Thanksgiving evening including Wal-Mart, Target and Sears.

Wal-Mart has also taken an additional step to ensure they rack in cash this holiday season. They've also begun advertising for their “cyber Monday” deals.

Are you a Black Friday shopper? What stores will you be going to? Let us know on our Facebook page, LINKED HERE! 

Events Happening on Long Island This Weekend!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

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Are you looking for a couple of fun events going on this weekend on Long Island? We've got you covered! There are plenty of events happening all over the island this weekend that you don’t want to miss out on!

Let us know which ones you attend on our Facebook page, linked HERE!

Jazz in the Living Room

Location: Smithtown Township Art Council

When: 11/16 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Us and Floyd Live

Location: Changing Times Pub, Farmingdale

When: 11/16 9 p.m.

Fish & Sips – Wine Tasting Event

Location: Atlantis Marine World, Riverhead

When: 11/16 7 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

Thanksgiving Native American Feast

Location: Garvies Point Museum & Preserve (Glen Cove)

When: 11/17 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Christmas Fair & Clothing Drive

Location: First Congregational Church (Bayshore)

When: 11/17 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

A Message From Mayor Donald T. Brudie in Regards to Hurricane Sandy

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

I do not have to tell you that we experienced a devastating hurricane that crippled Nassau County. As of this writing, a number of residents including myself and my family, are still without power and heat. The Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), over whom we have no control, is solely responsible for our electric service. However, knowing that LIPA cannot access its equipment if roads are impassable or pole lines not accessible from downed trees, our Village Departments worked day and night to cut and remove fallen trees from roadways, sidewalks and homes. The damage we sustained to Village trees is not only beyond imagination, but incalculable at this time.

I cannot commend nor thank our Village employees enough for their dedication, loyalty and stamina. Each and every employee experienced the same problems as did we in their personal lives - some worse as they dealt also with flooding - yet they all came to work leaving their families and homes unattended to make our Village roads passable and safe.

While this massive cleanup was - and still is - going on, we were unable to communicate with our residents by way of our Swift Reach Call Service or inter- net due to the area-wide power outage. Information was printed on our web-site but was extremely limited because of lack of reliable sources.

Also, I want to assure you that although we were not in communication, I have participated in twice daily conference calls with LIPA. I have expressed my outrage on behalf of all of us who have been and continue to be without power.

The information they have provided has been nothing more than warmed over press releases, failing to either identify specific plans or comment to timelines. There are no words to express my frustration with LIPA’s management - nor are there words to express my gratitude to those crews who have come from all over the Country and Canada to work to restore power.

Finally, please know that our local elected County and State officials have worked tirelessly to contend with the devastation left by “Sandy”. Special thanks to Kemp Hannon for his efforts in helping me to get Garden City back on line. As life slowly returns to normal, let us keep in our thoughts and prayers those who have lost everything - for whom complete recovery may never come.

Long Beach Students Return to School Today for The First Time Post Sandy

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

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Today, many Long Beach students were finally able to head back to school post-sandy. Students in the Long Beach community have been out of school for the past two weeks due to the damage and devastation their area suffered from Hurricane Sandy.

Early this morning, school bused made their way through the streets dropping students at the three open campuses in Long Beach. The entire community has come together to try their best to return to normalcy after Sandy.

East, Lindell Elementary School and Long Beach High School are the three campuses scheduled to resume classes today. All students in the Long Beach Public School System will be attending these three campuses until after Thanksgiving.

To read the full article, CLICK HERE. 

Hurricane Sandy Updates

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Although a week has passed since Hurricane Sandy barreled through the East Coast, many people are still dealing with the aftermath of this super storm. There are some still without power, while others have damaged homes or lost their homes altogether.

Many individuals and groups have come together at this time to help all those affected return to normalcy as quickly as possible. LIPA has restored over 700,000 customers and will continue to work around the clock with over 11,000 workers to have all of their customers restored. The LIPA team also has over 7,000 linemen working in addition to tree and trim crews from around the country, some of who were airlifted by the National Guard.

If you are still without power, it's important to be in contact with LIPA to remain updated so you can keep your family as safe as possible. There is an interactive map available for viewing on the LIPA website which they encourage all customers to utilize at this time.

FEMA has set up a number of mobile meal distribution centers throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties for those who are in need. Below is a list of locations: 

South Shore Locations:

• Bellmore: Newbridge Road Park, 2600 S. Newbridge Rd.
• East Rockaway: Village Hall, 376 Atlantic Ave.
• Long Beach: East Elementary - Intersection of Neptune & Hudson Blvd.
• Long Beach: West Elementary - Intersection of Maryland and Beach St.
• Island Park: Lincoln Ornes Middle School, 150 Trafalger Blvd.
• Island Park: Heggarty School, 100 Radcliffe Road
• Massapequa Park: Marjorie R. Post Community Park, 451 Unqua Rd.
• Oceanside: Oceanside Park, 3800 Mahlon Brower Dr.

North Shore Locations:

• Bayville: Stehli Beach, Corner of Bayville Rd & Bayville Ave.
• Great Neck:Great Neck North High School, 35 Polo Road
• Great Neck:Great Neck South High School, 341 Lakeville Rd.
• Manhasset: Manhasset Secondary School, 200 Memorial Place
• New Cassel/Westbury: New Cassel Community Center, Garden Street
• New Hyde Park: Michael J. Tully Park, 1801 Evergreen Ave.
• Port Washington: Off Main Street and Haven Ave. Roslyn: Train Station, Lincoln Ave & Railroad Ave.
• Woodbury: Syosset Woodbury Community Park, 7800 Jericho Turnpike

If you had trees fall on your residency or property, we hope that you have been in contact with your insurance agency to begin proper measures in removing the tree and restoring your home.

The Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C. is here to help you with any legal matters or questions you may have at this time. Please do not hesitate to give us a call at 877-791-8076. 

Food and Drink Distribution Sites in Long Island for Those In Need

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Yesterday, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano announced that Nassau County, FEMA, Island Harvest and the Red Cross would be distributing food and drinks to residents who are in need from the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.

The Red Cross has set up many Mobile Meal distribution centers in Nassau County which are open from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. 

At these locations, there will be water meals and comfort kits for all of those who are in need. You can find these mobile distribution centers at:

• Cedar Creek Park, Merrick Road – East of Wantagh Avenue in Seaford
• Nickerson Beach Park, 880 Lido Blvd, Lido Beach

FEMA also has locations set up on the north and south shores of Long Island

South Shore locations:

• Bellmore: Newbridge Road Park, 2600 S. Newbridge Rd.
• East Rockaway: Village Hall, 376 Atlantic Ave.
• Long Beach: East Elementary - Intersection of Neptune & Hudson Blvd.
• Long Beach: West Elementary - Intersection of Maryland and Beach St.
• Island Park: Lincoln Ornes Middle School, 150 Trafalger Blvd.
• Island Park:Heggarty School, 100 Radcliffe Road
• Massapequa Park: Marjorie R. Post Community Park, 451 Unqua Rd.
• Oceanside: Oceanside Park, 3800 Mahlon Brower Dr.

North Shore Locations:

• Bayville: Stehli Beach, Corner of Bayville Rd & Bayville Ave.
• Great Neck:Great Neck North High School, 35 Polo Road
• Great Neck:Great Neck South High School, 341 Lakeville Rd.
• Manhasset: Manhasset Secondary School, 200 Memorial Place
• New Cassel/Westbury: New Cassel Community Center, Garden Street
• New Hyde Park: Michael J. Tully Park, 1801 Evergreen Ave.
• Port Washington: Off Main Street and Haven Ave.Roslyn: Train Station, Lincoln Ave & Railroad Ave.
• Woodbury: Syosset Woodbury Community Park, 7800 Jericho Turnpike

If you are in need, please utilize these locations to keep your family safe.

Benefit Concert Scheduled to Help Aid Victims of Hurricane Sandy

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

In an effort to help aid victims of Hurricane Sandy, NBC will be broadcasting a benefit concert featuring artists that are native to most affected areas from Sandy. 

Bon Jovi and Bruce Springsteen, natives of New Jersey and Billy Joel of Long island are scheduled to appear on the NBC telecast concert on Friday night from Rockefeller Center in New York City. Other performers scheduled to appear are Jimmy Fallon, Sting and Christina Aguilera.

The telecast proceeds will benefit the American Red Cross and will be broadcasting on NBC, Bravo, CNBC, USA, MSNBC and E! Other networks are encouraged and invited to join.

Will you tune into this concert?  Were you affected by Hurricane Sandy? Let us know on our Facebook page, LINKED HERE. 

Many Halloween Festivities Being Postponed From Devastation of Hurricane Sandy

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

The aftermath of Hurricane Sandy has been the reason of many Halloween festivities are canceled or postponed until a later date when outdoor conditions are safer.

In New York City, much of lower Manhattan is still without power and flooded. The annual Village Halloween Parade scheduled for today is canceled. The Village Halloween Parade, which draws about 50,000 to 60,000 residents and tourists, has never before been canceled.

 In New Jersey, Governor Chris Christie reported he would decide today if conditions would be safe for trick or treaters in parts of the state. If not, he stated he would assign an executive order to reschedule the holiday many children look forward to year round.

To read the full article, CLICK HERE.

Let us know if Halloween festivities in your town are taking place today on our Facebook page, LINKED HERE. 

Fall Festival at Belmont Park!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Do you have plan for your family this weekend? How about checking out the fall festival and farmers market at Belmont Park?

The festival will have local autumn produce, hayrides and a pumpkin patch! The farmers market will take place in the backyard picnic area at Belmont Park. The activities will take place on  Saturday, October 27^th and Sunday, October 28^th from noon until 4 p.m.!

Let us know if you and your family will attend this fall festival on our Facebook page, LINKED HERE! 

Are the Islanders Moving to Brooklyn?

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

According to sources, the Islanders may be moving to Brooklyn. The New York Islanders are planning to make a major announcement today, at 1 p.m. at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

Expected to attend the event are Islanders owner Charles Wang, majority owner of the Barclays Center Bruce Ratner, Mayor Bloomberg, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, Brooklyn borough president Marty Markowitz, Islanders general manager Garth Snow and Barclays Center and Brooklyn Nets chief executive Brett Yormark.

The Islanders current lease with Nassau Coliseum expires in 2015. Islander’s owner Charles Wang has been fighting to get a new arena built the past couple of years. However, each plan was rejected.  

Do you think the announcement will be about the Islanders moving to Brooklyn? Be sure to check our Facebook page later on for updates on this story! 

Halloween Costume Shops on Long Island!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Have you gotten your Halloween costume yet? If not, there is still time! And luckily, there are plenty of Halloween costume stores all over Long Island!

Here are a few Halloween costume stores around Long Island where you can go and pick out the perfect costume!

Costume America

Location: 80 Smith Street, Suite 7 Farmingdale

Fortunoff Halloween Emporium

Location: 1300 Old Country Road, Westbury

Gateway Costume Rentals

Location: 215 South Country Road, Bellport

Long Island Costume

Location: 410 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge

Nan’s Antique Costume & Prop Rental

Location: 709 Main Street, Port Jefferson

What are you dressing up as this Halloween? Let us know on our Facebook page, LINKED HERE! 

Weekend Activities on Long Island!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Do you have plans for this weekend? There are tons of activities happening all over that you wont want to miss out on! 

Rise of the Jack O’Lanterns

Location: Old Westbury Gardens

When: Friday-Sunday 6:30-9:30 p.m.

*Tickets must be purchased in advance

Workshop: Harry Potter Halloween with LilChefs.com

Location: Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Rockville Centre

When: Sunday 10 a.m.-noon 12:30-2:30 p.m.

The Princess, the Frog and the Pea

Location: Long Island Children’s Museum

When: Saturday, 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Will you attend any of these events? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Hofstra University to Host Presidential Debate!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Tomorrow night, Hofstra University in Hempstead will behosting the Presidential Debate between current President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney.  Security will be tighter than ever before on the Long Island campus.

Hofstra University hosted a debate in 2008. However, officials point out security will be much tighter this year due to the emergence of groups that didn't exist in 2008. Located at the debate site, there will be detectives, patrolmen, emergency-services, special operations officers and hazardous material experts.

In 2008, Nassau County spent about $612,000 on police overtime for the debate between Barack Obama and John McCain. That number is expected to be larger this year.

Will you tune in to the debate? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Upcoming Events in Garden City!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

There are many exciting events going on in Garden City this month, including the Homecoming Parade and Street Fair. Both of these great events are scheduled for October 20^th!

The Garden City Chamber of Commerce, merchants, professionals and retailer groups are all trying their best and joining in the effort to make this year’s parade and street fair better than ever before. Many people believe that the parade and street fair have lost its luster and hope that it is brought back this year!

There will be craft and gift vendor’s setup along Seventh Avenue along with children’s activities and live music. The Homecoming parade begins at noon and the football game against the Wantagh High School Warriors begins at 2 p.m.

Will you attend the street fair and homecoming parade? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE! Be sure to spread the word and make this year’s turnout a huge one! 

Tragedy on the Southern State

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Early Monday morning, tragedy struck the Southern State Parkway. Four teenagers were ejected and instantly killed from a vehicle whose driver survived, however, was driving with only a learner’s permit.

The driver was identified as 18 year old Joseph Beer of Richmond Hill, Queens. He was driving a 2012 Subaru Impreza at a high speed that couldn't handle the curve of the parkway. Beer was taken to Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola to be treated for injuries.

New York State law and the Department of Motor Vehicles says that those with a learners permit have restricted privileges and are prohibited from driving without a supervising licensed driver who is over the age of 21. Also, these drivers are not allowed to drive between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. in the 5 boroughs of New York City and Nassau and Suffolk counties.

To read more about this article, CLICK HERE. 

Garden City High School Seniors Named Semifinalists in National Merit Scholarship Program!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

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Two Garden City High School Seniors were named National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists! Seniors Neil T. Quigley and Jacquelyn N. Seskin were the two finalists from GCHS. These two semifinalists represent less than one percent of all United States high school seniors!

Neil and Jacquelyn were selected from approximately 1.5 million juniors from 22,000 high schools across the country by taking the PreliminarySAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.

Since 2010, GCHS has had 17 students achieve semifinalist status in the National Merit Scholarship Program! The students that qualify as semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the finalist level of the competition.

Congratulations to Neil and Jacquelyn! Best of luck in the remainder of the competition! 

Garden City School District to Receive Settlement Payout

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

Garden City School District is among 39 schools that will split an $18 million settlement after being over charged by food suppliers. This settlement was reached with Compass Group USA, a food management service provider that improperly over charged 39 schools in the NY state area.  

Compass received discounts from food vendors it worked with but did not pass on those savings they received to the NY schools, which is required by law.  In addition to this settlement the corporation will institute a nutritional code of conduct that will result in better quality food for NY school children.

This matter touched the students, parents and taxpayers because money was over spent on food supply for the school district and now they will be getting their money back where it was over charged. The investigation leading to this settlement was conducted by the Taxpayer Protection Bureau.

The funds from the Attorney Generals settlement will be distributed to impacted school districts and educational entities across the state.

For more information on this story, CLICK HERE  

Barclays Center Could Be Potential Competition for MSG!

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

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

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com

The new Barclays Center in Brooklyn maybe more of a competition for MSG then they originally thought.  Everyone knows the Garden to be the top entertainment vendor in NYC but no one thought that the Barclays Center would have this big of an impact before it even opened.  With the Garden going under remodeling the past two years and the Barclays Center opening in October there have been numerous talks about how the Barclays will do. 

The Barclays Center is not only going to be hosting the New Jersey Nets, now the Brooklyn Nets, but will also be the home of Jay-Z, where he is performing 8 nights to open up the Arena. This new arena holds 18,000 people and is significantly smaller than the Garden but already has artist talking about the possibility of playing there. Most entertainers have been held tight to the Garden because that has been the only vendor in NYC but now with the Barclays being a smaller arena with a new look, agents and performers are hopeful this could be a good thing for the entertainment business. 

There is a high demand for artist to perform in the Garden and it is where the artist makes their career, if you play at the Garden you know your career is excelling.  Now having the Barclays center it is not only a threat for entertainment and concerts but also for basketball. The Garden also is the home of the NY Knicks and now with the Nets coming closer to NYC this could bring the rivalry a lot stronger.

The Barclays Center will be causing people all over New York and New Jersey to have options of what they want to do, where they want to go for a basketball game, concert etc.  The Barclays center will enjoy their grand opening and first year of the new arena and then has time goes on between the Barclays and the Garden they will start to see what develops and what industries will go where.

For more information on the Barclays Center and MSG, CLICK HERE