Staten Island Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Can I get workers’ compensation for PTSD?
New York State does compensate some workers for work-related mental health difficulties caused by stress on the job. Of course, the state's workers’ compensation does not cover every mental health issue, even if it arises from the job. The line between covered and not...
3 Benefits of early estate planning
Many people think that estate planning is a task reserved for older generations. Others simply put it off because it can be difficult to confront the idea of mortality. But the purpose of an estate plan is to make sure you and your family are prepared for the future....
Advanced directives vs. medical orders
If you are working on your estate plan, you’re probably also thinking your future medical situation. It’s a good idea to decide what choices you would like to be made in the event that you are unable to speak for yourself. Depending on your preferences, you may want...
Do I need an estate plan if I’m not rich?
When you hear the words “estate planning,” you probably imagine expensive estates owned by celebrities or wealthy families. You probably don’t think that estate planning even applies to you – it’s for rich people who have multimillion-dollar homes and luxury cars....
Living wills, healthcare proxies are two peas in a planning pod
Estate planning is largely about taking care of your family when you pass, but it’s not the only aim. You’ll also need to look out for yourself in case of hard times, but it can be hard when you don’t have the proper medical planning in place. An analysis by Health...
Choosing the right executor for your estate
When you work on creating your will, you will have one very important decision to make: who will serve as your estate’s executor. An estate executor has many responsibilities, including settling any of your estate’s debts, finding your assets and...
Planning for the future after a dementia diagnosis
Dementia is a progressive syndrome that causes the gradual loss of thinking, memory and reasoning abilities. When a person enters the later stages of dementia, they might lose the ability to move around on their own, speak or make themselves understood and require...
Guardianship comes with numerous caregiving responsibilities
Noticing an older loved one having trouble caring for him or herself can be difficult for New York residents and those elsewhere. Some adult children may notice that their parent is having trouble remembering certain things or has not been paying bills or handling...
Scaffolding accidents often lead to injuries
Construction workers often utilize many types of equipment to get the job done. In some cases, they may use scaffolding to work at height on the exterior of buildings or other structures. Unfortunately, scaffolding accidents are not uncommon, and when they occur,...
4 Things to consider when choosing a guardian for your child
It can be difficult to drag yourself away from life’s busy moments to start estate planning. But planning for your family’s future is crucial, especially when you’re a parent of young children. While many people think that estate planning is reserved...
