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Have you visited our YouTube channel recently?  Louis Stober offers information on wills, power of attorneys, real estate law, and more!  Check out our YouTube videos below:

Uncontested Divorces in New York

Real Estate Law in New York

Probating a Will

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Celebrate a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving Holiday

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

As you get ready to spend time with your family and friends this weekend, remember to be safe!  Whether your are traveling in the rain and snow or staying home and cooking, here are a few tips to help you celebrate a safe and happy Thanksgiving day.

Thanksgiving Safety Tips:

• Clean Cooking Surfaces - Keeping your cooking surfaces clean will help prevent grease buildup as you're preparing your Thanksgiving meal.
• Don't Leave Stove Unattended - If you have to leave the kitchen, make sure the stove is turned off or another adult is supervising. Use a timer to remind yourself that the stove is on!
• Watch Kids and Pets - Kids and pets might unknowingly knock into something in the kitchen. Keep an eye on them and make sure they stay away from the cooking area.
• Be Careful Driving - If you plan on driving tonight or tomorrow morning, plan for rain and icy roads. Always use your seat belt and make sure that you are well rested before a long trip.

For more tips on how to prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, check out this article from Patch.

If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

Thanksgiving Safe Driving Tips

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

Thanksgiving is one of the biggest travel holidays of the year.  If you plan on getting on the road to visit your family and friends, here are a few tips to help make sure you are prepared for your trip.

Safe Driving Tips:

• Check Your Car - Make sure that you have a full tank of gas before heading out for a long road trip.  You should also check your tire pressure and fluids before you leave.
• Pack Light - Consider your vehicle's load capacity before packing suitcases and gear into the car.  
• Bring Your GPS - Don't forget to bring a GPS with you!  This will help you steer clear of messy, congested areas and let you know where you can find gas stations and restaurants along the way.
• Be Patient - Thanksgiving is one of the biggest travel days of the year.  Try driving late and night or early in the morning to avoid the traffic rush.
• Avoid Distractions - If you need to send a text message or make a call, pull over or hand the phone to a passenger.  

Read this article for more tips on how to drive safely when visiting your friends and family this Thanksgiving.

If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

Long Island Turkey Trots

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

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Turkey Trots are a great way to give back to local charities and burn off some calories before your Thanksgiving meal.  Here are a few runs you can participate in this year!

Turkey Trots Across Long Island:

Thanksgiving Day Run
Where: American Legion Post 360, Huntington
When: 11/27 at 8:30 am

Garden City Turkey Trot
Where:  St. Paul's School, Garden City
When: 11/27, 8:30 am

Oyster Bay 5k Turkey Trot
Where:  Oyster Bay High School, Oyster Bay
When:  11/27, 9:00 am

Long Beach 10k Turkey Trot
Where: Long Beach
When: 11/23 at 8:30 am

Massapequa Park 5k Turkey Trot
Where: Brady Park, Massapequa Park
When:  11/22 at 9:00 am

For more Turkey Trots and information on where they are being held, check out this inclusive list on the Newsday website.

If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

Don't Make These Estate Planning Mistakes

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 created your estate plan yet?  Estate plans are a valuable asset to you and your family.  Make sure you avoid these common estate planning mistakes!

Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid:

• Don't Leave it Up to the State - A will indicates who receives what when you pass away.  However, you estate may have to go through a public probate process, which can be very expensive.  Creating a trust will eliminate this process and ensure your privacy.
• Don't Forget to Fund the Trust - Your trust doesn't exist until it holds assets.  You need to retitle your accounts in the name of your trust.
• Don't Forget to Update Them - Many people create their estate-planning documents and forget about them.  However, your relationships with people may change over time.  You should always keep your documents up-to-date.
• Don't Forget to Look at Beneficiary Forms - Retirement accounts and insurance policies do not flow through your trust or will.  They are governed by the beneficiary you elected when you created them.  It's a good idea to look over these forms and revise them after you have gone through a divorce or had more children.
• Don't Forget to Consult Us - Our experienced attorneys can help you make sure that you are following all of the steps necessary to get your estate in order.  You don't want to end up with unnecessary fees!

CNBC offers more tips and mistakes that you should avoid when planning your estate.  If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

Fun Events to Check Out This Weekend

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

Looking for something fun to do this weekend?  There are a ton of events being held across Long Island this fall.  Here are a few you might want to check out with your family!

Autumn Art and Craft Festival
Check out venders featuring hand-crafted jewelry, fine art, stained glass, unique home accents, and more!

Where:  200 Independence Plaza, Selden
When:  Saturday, 11/15, 10-6pm; Sunday, 11/16, 10-5pm
Cost: $5; free for kids younger than age 12

Cranberry Festival
This festival is all things cranberry!  Eat cranberry themed foods, touch cranberry plants and decorate with cranberry dye.

Where: Long Island Children's Museum
When: Saturday and Sunday (11/15, 11/16), Noon-4pm
Cost: Free with museum admission

Introduction to Wilderness Survival
Want to learn how to survive in the woods?  This class will help you learn how to find food in the wild, start a fire, and build a shelter!

Where:  Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
When:  Sunday, 11/16, 10:45-1pm
Cost: $4 Adult, $8 parking

Acoustic Alchemy
Love jazz?  Check out this English contemporary instrumental jazz band in concert.

Where: YMCA Boulton Center for the Performing Arts
When: Friday, 11/14, 8pm
Cost: $45

Check out more of the great events being held across Long Island this weekend in Newsday.

If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

Should You Fight Your Traffic Ticket?

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

Traffic violation tickets range from speeding to forgetting to use your turning signal.  If you receive a ticket, don't panic.  You may be able to have the charges dropped by fighting the ticket in court.  Here are a few of the advantages to fighting your ticket.

Advantages:

• Dropped Charges - The most obvious advantage of contesting a traffic violation is that your charges are dropped.  You won't have to pay a traffic ticket, have the incident added to your driving record and you won't have any points added to your license.
• Maintain Insurance Premium - Insurance companies keep a close eye on your driving habits, including any tickets you receive.  If you fight your ticket and win, your premium won't go up!
• Retain Driving Privileges - Certain speeding tickets can suspend or revoke your driving privileges.  Keeping this ticket off your record will prevent this.

If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

Employee Sick Leave Laws

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

It's that time of year again.  With cold and flu season beginning, many employees will be using their sick days.  Fortunately, New York City is among the cities who have passed laws implementing mandatory sick leave this year.

New York City is the largest jurisdiction to implement mandatory sick leave.  However, San Francisco and the state of Connecticut have implemented similar laws.  These laws are designed to provide families with the time to improve their health and increase work productivity by keeping sick employees from spreading germs at work.

The details of sick leave laws vary from place to place.  If you aren't sure what sick leave you are entitled to at work, ask your employer.  You can also contact our employment attorneys and read more about changing sick leave laws in Business Week.

If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

How to Drive Safely On Rainy Days

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

Wet roads and fall leaves can make driving difficult on rainy days.  Here are a few tips to help you drive safely today.

Driving Tips:

• Wear Your Seat Belt - It's important to take precautions when driving, especially in the rain.
• Be Careful of Hydroplaning -The best way to avoid hydroplaning is by driving slowly and avoiding hard turns.
• Drive Slowly - Leave space between you and the vehicles around you. It can be difficult to come to a complete stop on wet road. Leaving some buffer room can help prevent an accident!
• Check Your Lights - Make sure that your headlights, tail lights and brake lights are working. They are an important part of driving safely and they help other cars see you on the road.
• Avoid Skidding - If you notice that your car is skidding, it is important to stay calm. Slamming on your brakes could actually cause your car to skid more. Instead, continue to steer your car in the correct direction.

For more driving safety tips, check out this article from longisland.com.

If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

Louis D. Stober, Jr. is Recognized for Being A Top Rated New York Lawyer

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

We are excited to announce that Louis D. Stober, Jr., has been recognized for dedication, leadership and excellence in the field of law.  He was named a top rated lawyer in New York for 2014!

Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings serve to judge a lawyer's ethical standards and professional ability.  The rating is generated by the high standards of other lawyers and members of the bar.  Louis Stober is honored to have received the AV Preeminent rating.

At the Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., LLC, we are always looking for ways to provide our clients with high quality legal expertise.  Mr. Stober is a seasoned professional with years of experienced in the labor and discrimination law field.  He is one of the only attorneys in the eastern region to represent New York's two largest unions.

Read more about Louis Stober and his recent achievements here.

If you are in need of legal expertise, 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.

New Texting and Driving Law in New York

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

New York is cracking down on texting while driving.  Governor Cuomo passed a new law over the weekend that will place stricter rules on young and inexperienced drivers.

Effective November 2nd, new and young drivers convicted of texting-while-driving will have their license suspended for 120 days.  Second and subsequent offenses within six months of reissuance of the license will result in license suspension for a full year.

According to Govenor Cuomo, it's important to instill safe driving habits early on.  By enforcing stricter penalties on texting and driving and establishing texting zones, Governor Cuomo hopes to make safe driving a priority in New York.

Learn more about the new texting while driving law here on Longisland.com.

If you are in need of legal expertese, 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.