A federal lawsuit is questioning a statute that bans New Yorkers from possessing Tasers and stun guns, alleging it violates the Second Amendment. New York has some of the nation’s strictest gun laws. Owning Tasers and other electronic stun guns…
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Lawsuit accuses New York stun gun ban of being unconstitutional
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Fake Uber drivers target passengers at NYC airports
Uber is fighting to stop scammers from posing as company cab drivers at several New York City airports. Imposters are using clipboards and bogus signs for the ride-hailing service to lure travelers into their cars. According to the Better Business…
Tagged with: Better Business Bureau, Fake Uber, Josh Mohrer, New Jersey, New York City, NYC, Port Authority
Four arrested in identity theft scheme to steal luxury cars
Four people pleaded guilty to an identity theft scheme designed to purchase high-end vehicles for resale in Westchester County Court on August 5. They conspired to illegally drive off with a new $233,440 sedan from a Mercedes Benz car dealership…
Student Paralyzed at Football Practice Can Continue Lawsuit
A judge in New Jersey has declined a defense request to dismiss a civil lawsuit filed by a former high school football player who was paralyzed during practice six years ago. According to the Union Leader, the student is looking…
Tagged with: Chalik Chalik, Man Hospitalized, Nashua School District, New Hampshire, New Jersey, RSA, Union Leader
ALTERNATIVES TO A THIRD PARTY SPECIAL NEEDS TRUST
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA There are a number of alternatives to a Third Party Special Needs Trusts. These include the following: Disinherit a Child. The problem with this strategy is that one cannot be certain that public benefits,…
ABLE ACCOUNTS ARE COMING TO NEW JERSEY
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA New Jersey has passed the Achieving a Better Life Experience ACT (“ABLE”). While the Act has passed, it will take some time to implement. Many commentators believe that by the end of the year…
Freedom Tower contractor found guilty of wire fraud
A Canadian contractor working on the Freedom Tower in New York City was convicted of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud charges on August 10. A Manhattan federal jury found Larry Davis, 65, and his company guilty of…
CONSIDERATIONS IN DRAFTING A DISABILITY ANNUITY SPECIAL NEEDS TRUST
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA There are four main issues to be considered in drafting any trust involving a potential Medicaid recipient. These include: Availability; Transfer of asset penalty; Payback provision; and Tax considerations, including income, gift and estate…
Medicaid Planning with Disability Annuity
By Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA The Concept A sole benefit of trust is a creature of HCFA Transmittal 64.’ These trusts have traditionally been used in crisis planning. They can be established for the benefit of disabled persons—a Disability Annuity Trust (“DAT”).2 The idea…
Concert Injury Lawsuit Filed Against Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Venue
A personal injury lawsuit filed against rappers Snoop Dog and Wiz Khalifa seeks damages on behalf of 17 concertgoers who were allegedly injured when a railing broke during a concert in New Jersey. Authorities reported 42 people were injured in…
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