The coronavirus outbreak has had a profound effect on societies around the world. Not only has COVID-19 impacted the physical health of Americans across the country, it has disrupted local, national, and global economies as well. As entire industries have closed...
Before a New York judge makes decisions about parenting time or child custody, he or she often considers a similar set of factors to assess what situation would be most ideal for the child. As someone involved in a child custody or visitation case, familiarizing...
No one goes into a marriage thinking it won’t work out. Still, we are human and sometimes relationships don’t last a lifetime. If you and your spouse are needing some time apart or simply don’t want to be together anymore, now is the time to understand the difference...
The United States Trustee has selected seven people to serve on the creditors committee of the Buffalo Diocese bankruptcy case, all of whom are survivors of sexual abuse perpetrated by members of the church. The committee will represent what is expected to be over...
In this unprecedented time, businesses across all industries are reporting cash shortages, leading many, including their vulnerable employees, to fear they will fail. While businesses of all sizes will suffer from the economic downturn, small businesses may have a...
Many restaurateurs are struggling with debt and loans and that was even before the Coronavirus. On March 17, 2020 New York’s bar and restaurant community was ordered to close their dining rooms to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus and a timeline for reopening...
We are facing uncharted waters as we adjust to this new “normal”. During the current coronavirus public health emergency, many of us are unsure of what the near future holds. The NY State Court System remains open to address all essential and critical needs of the...
If you and your spouse own a family farm, special considerations apply if you decide to divorce. Preparing for this situation can help minimize the impact to the business. Keep these factors in mind when planning to end a marriage involving a family farm in New...
Bankruptcy is a process that many associate with gloom and doom. But experts say filing for Chapter 11 could bring with it some positive outcomes. "Chapter 11 means reorganization," said Scott Bogucki, Gleichenhaus, Marchese & Weishaar partner. Bogucki, a Buffalo...
Sometimes, there is no solution for a bad marriage other than to get a divorce. You may try to save the marriage, but if it does not work, then you need to begin the steps to legally end it. Because marriage is a legal institution, you have to use legal methods to end...
