Q: If I lend my car to a licensed driver who does not own a car (and therefore does not have car insurance), am I liable for injuries in the event of an …
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By Donnalynn Darling
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1/7/14
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Q: My mother had cataract surgery and uses reading glasses. My neighbor however, just had cataract surgery and does not use glasses at all. What kind of cataract …
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By Dr. Fikret Kajoshaj
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4/30/15
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Q: I am in my late 70s and have been gifting money to my children each year. Can I make tax-exempt gifts to my grandchildren in addition to the money that I give to my children?
A: Yes, in 2013, …
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By Patricia Galteri
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1/7/14
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Q: What is the State Environmental Quality Review Act, and what could it mean for me?
A: The State Environmental Quality Review Act (known by its acronym SEQRA) is a complex State statute …
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By A. Thomas Levin
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7/16/13
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Q: I obtained a summer internship through my college career center in a field relevant to my major. I am working full-time for a private, for-profit employer. However, I am not getting paid. Is this …
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By Max Sicherman
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7/16/13
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There comes a time when parents nearing retirement should have a conversation with their adult children about their financial situation. In many cases the conversation can feel overwhelming and …
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Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS®
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1/6/16
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A: No, using deodorants or antiperspirants does not increase your risk of breast cancer. Claims linking deodorant/antiperspirant use and breast cancer have been around for many years. The theory …
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By Christine Hodyl, DO, FACS
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11/20/17
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Q: What is a beneficiary designation and why is it important to consider?A: A beneficiary designation is a document that specifies how certain types of assets, including life insurance, annuities, …
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By Jayson J.R. Choi
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7/18/13
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Q: My town is overrun by signs that people have posted with information about garage sales, missing pets, fundraisers, etc. Are there any laws governing what can be posted publicly?
A: As every town, city and village has …
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By A. Thomas Levin
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12/19/13
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Swings in the stock market can cause emotions to run high, particularly for investors who are approaching retirement. And for good reason. Recent research from Ameriprise Financial uncovered that the …
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Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS®
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6/1/18
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