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Are you currently struggling with so much debt, you have no idea how you’re going to pay it off? If so, there’s a good chance that interest and penalties are adding up by the day and from where you’re ...

Filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can stop your home buying plans dead in their tracks, but filing for bankruptcy is by no means a financial death sentence. In our experience, individuals ...

If you are contemplating filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will hear the term "discharge." What is a bankruptcy discharge and what does it mean to you as the debtor? The bankruptcy ...

Are you currently struggling with so much debt, you have no idea how you’re going to pay it off? If so, there’s a good chance that interest and penalties are adding up by the day and from where you’re ...

If you are contemplating filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will hear the term "discharge." What is a bankruptcy discharge and what does it mean to you as the debtor? The bankruptcy ...

Bicycle accidents can be a traumatic experience. Depending on the circumstances, a bicycle accident can result in severe injuries, property damage, and even loss of life. In New York, bicycles are ...

Headphones and earbuds seem to be everywhere. It’s common to see teenagers wearing them virtually all the time. Adults wear them to the gym, while taking walks and going for a jog, and sometimes even ...

Since May is National Bike Month , we thought this was a great time to discuss bicycle safety, especially since riding bicycles are becoming more popular nationwide. According to the National Highway ...

Riding a motorcycle in New York can be one of the most thrilling experiences you’ll ever have. With the city’s fast pace and busy roads, it’s no wonder why so many people are drawn to the motorcycle ...

If you have been in a traffic accident while driving a rental car, then you may be feeling overwhelmed and uncertain of what to do. It is important to understand your legal rights and make sure that ...

If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident due to the negligence of someone else, it’s important that you understand your legal rights and options. Under New York law, you may be eligible for ...

It happens all the time – people loan out their vehicles to friends and family. Perhaps your friends want to borrow your truck on moving day. Perhaps your mother wants to drive your car to the ...

When someone is injured in an accident, whether it was a car accident, a bicycle accident , a boating accident , a slip and fall accident , or an accident that occurred on someone else’s residential ...

New York is one of a handful of states that follows the “no-fault” system for car accident claims. This means that if you are involved in a car accident and the other driver is at fault, your own auto ...

Are you currently struggling with so much debt, you have no idea how you’re going to pay it off? If so, there’s a good chance that interest and penalties are adding up by the day and from where you’re ...

Are you currently struggling with so much debt, you have no idea how you’re going to pay it off? If so, there’s a good chance that interest and penalties are adding up by the day and from where you’re ...

Fireworks are synonymous with celebrations and festivities all around the world, and New York is no exception. However, if you or someone you love has suffered an injury in a fireworks accident , you ...

If you have been injured in a recreational boat accident, you may be wondering what led to the incident. Unfortunately, recreational boats can be involved in accidents for a wide range of reasons – ...

If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident due to the negligence of someone else, it’s important that you understand your legal rights and options. Under New York law, you may be eligible for ...

There are certain things we do while driving that we never even consider whether they’re illegal or not. For example, there are times when U-turns are illegal, and many drivers still make U-turns in ...

Are you facing criminal charges in Schenectady? If this is your first run-in with the law, you probably have a LOT of questions. “Will I go to jail or prison? Will I have to pay a hefty fine? Will my ...

If you are presently employed you may wonder, “Can I be fired without cause?” This is a valid question indeed! This post is for private sector employees (non-government employees) to determine whether ...

There are certain things we do while driving that we never even consider whether they’re illegal or not. For example, there are times when U-turns are illegal, and many drivers still make U-turns in ...

Are you facing criminal charges in Schenectady? If this is your first run-in with the law, you probably have a LOT of questions. “Will I go to jail or prison? Will I have to pay a hefty fine? Will my ...

Now that it’s November, the holidays are just around the corner. Soon, families across New York and the nation will be celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah. During this time, so much comes ...

If you are headed towards divorce, surely, you’ll be interested in learning how New York’s spousal support and maintenance laws apply to you. Will the court award spousal support and maintenance? What ...

Since most people are not attorneys, divorce is a scary experience, especially when there are children involved and marital assets to divide. The last thing spouses need is to have their spouse’s ...

Now that it’s November, the holidays are just around the corner. Soon, families across New York and the nation will be celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah. During this time, so much comes ...

If you are headed towards divorce, surely, you’ll be interested in learning how New York’s spousal support and maintenance laws apply to you. Will the court award spousal support and maintenance? What ...

Since most people are not attorneys, divorce is a scary experience, especially when there are children involved and marital assets to divide. The last thing spouses need is to have their spouse’s ...

Now that it’s November, the holidays are just around the corner. Soon, families across New York and the nation will be celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah. During this time, so much comes ...

Domestic violence is a common and widespread problem that affects households across the United States. While some may believe that it only affects uneducated or low-income families, this is not the ...

If you are presently employed you may wonder, “Can I be fired without cause?” This is a valid question indeed! This post is for private sector employees (non-government employees) to determine whether ...

In New York, employees are protected from discrimination under New York State and federal laws. Under these laws, it is illegal to discriminate against someone who is an employee or a job applicant. ...

Employment discrimination occurs when a person is treated unfairly at work due to their involvement in a specific class. Under federal law, a person cannot be discriminated against for race, ...

If you are headed for a divorce and you have never been through this before, you will be curious to know how marital property is divided in New York. Will you each be entitled to half of each other’s ...

A lot of people will visit an attorney, create an estate plan and then file it away in a drawer somewhere, where it begins to “collect dust” so to speak. In real life, things change and it’s important ...

Most people have an estate, but not all people realize it. An estate includes more than cash in a person’s bank accounts and their home, it includes life insurance policies, retirement accounts, ...

When a loved one passes away, their surviving family members (or sometimes close friends) must find a way to settle the decedent's financial affairs, such as paying off the decedent's debts, notifying ...

When you get a divorce , almost every aspect of your personal life changes, including your finances. Often, feelings of anger, bitterness, and sadness can make it difficult to think clearly and make ...

DeLorenzo, Grasso & Dalmata is thrilled to announce one of their partners, Attorney Cory Ross Dalmata, has been selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars® List of 2017. This incredible accomplishment ...

The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA) has recognized the exceptional performance of Attorney Thomas E. DeLorenzo as 2017 10 Best Personal Injury Attorney for Client Satisfaction ...

Attorney Paul E. DeLorenzo of DeLorenzo, Grasso & Dalmata currently serves as committee chair of the Schenectady County Bar Association (SCBA) Litigation Committee. The group recently had an event at ...

Accidents happen all the time. They occur on the road, at retail stores, at businesses, at amusement parks, in office buildings, and even at private residences. When people are hurt on commercial ...

You’re probably familiar with personal injury lawsuits filed against BIG businesses, such as theme parks, hotels, superstores, franchises like McDonald’s, and commercial buildings. As one can imagine, ...

“Can I file a claim against my own homeowner’s insurance? After all, I pay for it.” If you’re wondering this, there’s no reason to feel awkward or ashamed, it’s a valid question indeed. If you think ...

When someone is injured in an accident, whether it was a car accident, a bicycle accident , a boating accident , a slip and fall accident , or an accident that occurred on someone else’s residential ...

A contract between a landlord and tenant, whether it's based on a yearly lease or a handshake, is one of the oldest and most important deals made from Manhattan to Tonawanda. It defines when a renter ...

Tort reform is a term that gets passed around the legal watercooler all of the time. Hospitals, clinics, and their parent medical groups swear that restricting medical malpractice lawsuits , or torts, ...

Sometimes the line between product liability and medical malpractice in a personal injury lawsuit is not clear. When a person relies on a medical device, it is the responsibility of the manufacturer ...

Medical malpractice is a type of professional negligence which can result in serious injury or death. If you believe you have sustained injury as a result of a medical professional who has been ...

New York is one of a handful of states that follows the “no-fault” system for car accident claims. This means that if you are involved in a car accident and the other driver is at fault, your own auto ...

If you grew up somewhere other than New York, it’s highly possible that you lived in a fault insurance state. In such a state, when two or more drivers are involved in a car accident, the at-fault ...

Domestic violence is a common and widespread problem that affects households across the United States. While some may believe that it only affects uneducated or low-income families, this is not the ...

By now, you're likely aware that work in general poses different types of hazards. Whether such hazards stem from repetitive motion injuries, dangerous machinery, falls from heights, falling objects, ...

If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident due to the negligence of someone else, it’s important that you understand your legal rights and options. Under New York law, you may be eligible for ...

“Can I file a claim against my own homeowner’s insurance? After all, I pay for it.” If you’re wondering this, there’s no reason to feel awkward or ashamed, it’s a valid question indeed. If you think ...

Bicycle accidents can be a traumatic experience. Depending on the circumstances, a bicycle accident can result in severe injuries, property damage, and even loss of life. In New York, bicycles are ...

Riding a motorcycle in New York can be one of the most thrilling experiences you’ll ever have. With the city’s fast pace and busy roads, it’s no wonder why so many people are drawn to the motorcycle ...

Fireworks are synonymous with celebrations and festivities all around the world, and New York is no exception. However, if you or someone you love has suffered an injury in a fireworks accident , you ...

Are you facing criminal charges in Schenectady? If this is your first run-in with the law, you probably have a LOT of questions. “Will I go to jail or prison? Will I have to pay a hefty fine? Will my ...

Slip and fall injuries can lead to serious medical complications, resulting in costly medical bills. While it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and scared during the aftermath of a slip and fall injury, ...

Earlier this year, one of the most tragic events in recent memory took place in Uvalde, Texas. The school shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde claimed the lives of 19 students and two ...

Nothing means more to a parent than their children. Keeping them safe and secure is always a parent’s top priority. Unfortunately, as children grow up and begin heading off to school, parents can’t ...

When a loved one passes away, their surviving family members (or sometimes close friends) must find a way to settle the decedent's financial affairs, such as paying off the decedent's debts, notifying ...

Since most people are not attorneys, divorce is a scary experience, especially when there are children involved and marital assets to divide. The last thing spouses need is to have their spouse’s ...

If you are headed for a divorce and you have never been through this before, you will be curious to know how marital property is divided in New York. Will you each be entitled to half of each other’s ...

A contract between a landlord and tenant, whether it's based on a yearly lease or a handshake, is one of the oldest and most important deals made from Manhattan to Tonawanda. It defines when a renter ...

“The CDC estimates Salmonella causes about 1.2 million illnesses, 23,000 hospitalizations, and 450 deaths in the United States every year. Food is the source for about 1 million of these illnesses,” ...

Unfortunately, sexual abuse has been an ongoing problem since the beginning of time; no society is immune. With the level of awareness about sexual abuse being so high nowadays, many victims and their ...

Slip and fall injuries can lead to serious medical complications, resulting in costly medical bills. While it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and scared during the aftermath of a slip and fall injury, ...

Nothing means more to a parent than their children. Keeping them safe and secure is always a parent’s top priority. Unfortunately, as children grow up and begin heading off to school, parents can’t ...

Since the outset of Summer, there have been several drownings throughout New York, many involving children. According to WNBC in New York, a 2-year-old in Long Island, 13-year-old in Jamaica Bay, and ...

If you are headed towards divorce, surely, you’ll be interested in learning how New York’s spousal support and maintenance laws apply to you. Will the court award spousal support and maintenance? What ...

If you are headed towards divorce, surely, you’ll be interested in learning how New York’s spousal support and maintenance laws apply to you. Will the court award spousal support and maintenance? What ...

Recently, the New York State Assembly and New York State Senate passed the Grieving Families Act. If the governor signs this bill into law, it will allow families of wrongful death victims to recover ...

If you, or someone you love was injured in an accident, you will soon be learning about New York’s statute of limitations. What is it, and why is it so important to your personal injury case? The “ ...

A contract between a landlord and tenant, whether it's based on a yearly lease or a handshake, is one of the oldest and most important deals made from Manhattan to Tonawanda. It defines when a renter ...

DeLorenzo, Grasso & Dalmata is thrilled to announce one of their partners, Attorney Cory Ross Dalmata, has been selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars® List of 2017. This incredible accomplishment ...

The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA) has recognized the exceptional performance of Attorney Thomas E. DeLorenzo as 2017 10 Best Personal Injury Attorney for Client Satisfaction ...

The Law Entitles You to a Safe Work Environment Construction work is a dangerous business. In fact, the United States Department of Labor reported that in 2014, work injuries accounted for 17% of all ...

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the federal organization that governs and regulates the trucking industry in the United States. Since the late 1930s, the FMCSA has enforced ...

In the United States, truck accidents claim a small percentage of the total number of traffic crashes and fatalities that happen each year; however, of the trucking accidents that do occur – they are ...

In honor of Veteran's Day, Attorney Tom DeLorenzo volunteered to clean Columbus' statue in Schenectady's Veterans Park. The statue is just one of many that sit in Veterans Memorial Park, which was ...

When a loved one passes away, their surviving family members (or sometimes close friends) must find a way to settle the decedent's financial affairs, such as paying off the decedent's debts, notifying ...

Workers’ compensation is critical when it comes to protecting New York workers who are injured on the job or who fall ill due to an occupational disease. So, who’s covered? Are all workers covered, or ...

If you were injured on the job or if you are suffering due to an occupational disease, you should definitely consider your options, which includes filing a workers’ compensation claim through your ...

In New York, workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that is paid by employers for the benefit of their employees. Workers’ compensation provides cash benefits and medical care to workers who ...

By now, you're likely aware that work in general poses different types of hazards. Whether such hazards stem from repetitive motion injuries, dangerous machinery, falls from heights, falling objects, ...

Earlier this year, one of the most tragic events in recent memory took place in Uvalde, Texas. The school shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde claimed the lives of 19 students and two ...

Since the outset of Summer, there have been several drownings throughout New York, many involving children. According to WNBC in New York, a 2-year-old in Long Island, 13-year-old in Jamaica Bay, and ...

A tragic stretch limo accident from a few years back is still having an impact on New York’s seat belt laws to this day. According to the Democrat & Chronicle, a digital news outlet, the limo accident ...