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When You Should Consult a Family Lawyer Uncategorized

November 14, 2024

When You Should Consult a Family Lawyer

Navigating family matters can be both sensitive and complex. From divorce to child custody, family issues…

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New Laws for the New Year Uncategorized

February 1, 2024

New Laws for the New Year

New laws can affect your rights and responsibilities, which is why it’s important to be aware…

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Avoiding Online Counterfeit Products Uncategorized

May 23, 2024

Avoiding Online Counterfeit Products

Online shopping is more popular than ever, but this convenient way of shopping comes with greater…

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How Strong Are Your Passwords? Uncategorized

August 2, 2024

How Strong Are Your Passwords?

In today's digital world, protecting your online accounts is crucial. Strong passwords are the first line…

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Updating Your Simple Will Uncategorized

February 8, 2024

Updating Your Simple Will

Creating a simple will is a way to make sure your loved ones are cared for,…

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The Rights and Responsibilities of a U.S. Citizen Uncategorized

June 22, 2023

The Rights and Responsibilities of a U.S. Citizen

According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), citizenship is the “common thread” that connects…

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Maintain Productivity and Organization Uncategorized

March 14, 2023

Maintain Productivity and Organization

A substantial part of living a successful and happy life is by staying organized. It’s not…

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Road Trip Preparation Checklist Uncategorized

August 3, 2023

Road Trip Preparation Checklist

Taking the family on a road trip can be one of the most fun and adventurous…

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When Should I Use my Credit or Debit Card? Uncategorized

July 7, 2023

When Should I Use my Credit or Debit Card?

Many people have both a debit card and a credit card, but not many people are…

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Home Boundary Disputes and How to Handle Them Uncategorized

April 19, 2023

Home Boundary Disputes and How to Handle Them

Issues that arise due to a disagreement between neighbors regarding their properties are considered boundary disputes.…

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The Importance of Shredding Documents Uncategorized

March 28, 2023

The Importance of Shredding Documents

When it comes to identity theft protection, one of the most efficient ways to protect yourself…

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October 16, 2023

Webinar: An Introduction to Your IAM Legal Plan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKqKlKL5rI4 Welcome to the IAM Legal and Personal Protection Plan's exclusive introduction webinar!In this presentation, we…

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Summer Grilling Safety Tips Uncategorized

August 15, 2024

Summer Grilling Safety Tips

With so many of us firing up the grill this summer (around 60-70% of U.S. households…

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February 13, 2024

Webinar: Using the Member Portal

https://youtu.be/u_c7M6apOYQ IAM members must choose a password to create their Portal profile in order to access…

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Understanding Uncontested Divorce Uncategorized

October 5, 2023

Understanding Uncontested Divorce

Divorce is complex, difficult, and often full of emotions. While courtroom battles and bitter disputes may…

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Consequences of Ignoring Traffic Tickets Uncategorized

June 21, 2023

Consequences of Ignoring Traffic Tickets

Receiving a traffic ticket can be frustrating and inconvenient, but the consequences of ignoring it can…

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What to Include in Your Car Emergency Kit Uncategorized

April 25, 2024

What to Include in Your Car Emergency Kit

Every driver who gets behind the wheel is at risk of  unexpected situations on the road.…

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Safeguarding Against Different Types of Identity Theft Uncategorized

July 6, 2023

Safeguarding Against Different Types of Identity Theft

With more and more of our personal information online, the cases of Identity theft has skyrocketed.…

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The Benefits of SNAP for Union Members Uncategorized

October 3, 2024

The Benefits of SNAP for Union Members

Union members often face unique financial challenges, especially during periods of unemployment or reduced hours. The…

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What to Know Before Meeting With a Lawyer Uncategorized

October 19, 2023

What to Know Before Meeting With a Lawyer

A legal consultation is a meeting with a lawyer to discuss an event or situation that…

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Understanding Alimony in New York Uncategorized

May 3, 2023

Understanding Alimony in New York

Alimony, also known as spousal support, is a legal obligation for one spouse to provide financial…

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Car Maintenance Tips to Avoid Hot Weather Breakdowns Uncategorized

August 31, 2023

Car Maintenance Tips to Avoid Hot Weather Breakdowns

Hot summers can cause vehicle breakdowns due to things like overheating, battery failure, air conditioning repairs,…

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Know Your Rights to Housing Repairs and Services Uncategorized

July 6, 2023

Know Your Rights to Housing Repairs and Services

If you are a tenant in New York City, you have the legal right to a…

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Summer Rip Current Safety Uncategorized

August 2, 2024

Summer Rip Current Safety

According to the United States Lifesaving Association, rip currents cause over 100 deaths by drowning in…

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Estate Planning: What Does Power of Attorney Mean? Uncategorized

July 7, 2023

Estate Planning: What Does Power of Attorney Mean?

Planning your estate consists of five main components. In this article, we will cover the Power…

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Protect Your Financial Information Uncategorized

January 27, 2023

Protect Your Financial Information

When it comes to identity theft, there are different types of personal information that are being…

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Protecting Your Identity on Social Media Uncategorized

October 17, 2024

Protecting Your Identity on Social Media

In today's digital age, social media platforms have become a huge part of our lives. While…

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Conquering Black Ice Safely Uncategorized

January 18, 2024

Conquering Black Ice Safely

Black ice is a thin layer of transparent ice that forms on roads, and often hides…

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Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter Weather Uncategorized

January 11, 2023

Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter Weather

Winters are the worst when it comes to driving. The amount of snow and ice that…

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Learn the Differences Between Being a Green Card Holder and a U.S. Citizen Uncategorized

April 12, 2023

Learn the Differences Between Being a Green Card Holder and a U.S. Citizen

Immigrants traveling to the United States with plans to stay permanently have the opportunity to not…

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Protecting Yourself in the Wake of the National Public Data Hack Uncategorized

September 5, 2024

Protecting Yourself in the Wake of the National Public Data Hack

The recent National Public Data hack has sent shockwaves through the nation, exposing the personal information…

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How to Spot a 9/11-Related Illness Uncategorized

April 18, 2024

How to Spot a 9/11-Related Illness

The horrific events of 9/11 left a long-lasting mark on the world. Beyond the immediate tragedy,…

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Illnesses Covered by the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund (VCF) Uncategorized

January 11, 2024

Illnesses Covered by the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund (VCF)

While the attacks’ on September 11th immediate impact was immense, the effect on health continues to…

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How to Choose the Right Beneficiary Uncategorized

November 21, 2023

How to Choose the Right Beneficiary

As an IAM member, you have access to a variety of legal services; including estate planning…

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Winter Storm Preparation Uncategorized

January 23, 2024

Winter Storm Preparation

Winter storms can disrupt our lives and create hazardous conditions. To ensure our safety and well-being,…

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New York City Congestion Pricing & What Commuters Need to Know Uncategorized

January 16, 2025

New York City Congestion Pricing & What Commuters Need to Know

Congestion pricing started on January 5th in NYC, and a new fee is in effect for…

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Legal Separation Cases Uncategorized

July 6, 2023

Legal Separation Cases

If you choose to no longer live with your partner but want to remain legally married,…

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An Introduction to Estate Planning Uncategorized

March 21, 2023

An Introduction to Estate Planning

Estate planning is the process of arranging the transfer of a person’s assets, in the event…

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What Documents Should a Lawyer Review? Uncategorized

April 12, 2023

What Documents Should a Lawyer Review?

Receiving important documents and entering contracts by signing your name is taking part in a legal…

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How Wills and Trusts Can Preserve Your Wealth Uncategorized

July 18, 2024

How Wills and Trusts Can Preserve Your Wealth

Building wealth takes time, effort, and sacrifice. It's only natural to want to protect your hard-earned…

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Choosing Your Medicare Plan Uncategorized

April 4, 2024

Choosing Your Medicare Plan

There are two times a year you can enroll for Medicare. The first is during open…

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What is Financial Counseling? Uncategorized

August 17, 2023

What is Financial Counseling?

The importance of managing your money and planning for your future cannot be stressed enough. For…

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A Guide to New York Traffic Tickets Uncategorized

January 29, 2023

A Guide to New York Traffic Tickets

All drivers can be at risk of getting a traffic ticket. According to statistics on the NYC…

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Why Every Driver Should Have Roadside Assistance Uncategorized

June 6, 2023

Why Every Driver Should Have Roadside Assistance

Union workers facing potential obstacles on the road. By holding reliable assistance in case of unexpected…

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The Real Estate Lawyer’s Role, Explained Uncategorized

May 9, 2024

The Real Estate Lawyer’s Role, Explained

Buying a house is a huge deal! It's probably the biggest purchase you'll ever make. Finding…

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Divorces vs. Annulments: What’s the Difference? Uncategorized

March 9, 2023

Divorces vs. Annulments: What’s the Difference?

A divorce and an annulment are both legal ways to end a marriage. A divorce can…

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What to Do If You Are Evicted Uncategorized

February 22, 2024

What to Do If You Are Evicted

Facing eviction can be a scary experience, leaving you feeling lost and overwhelmed. However, knowing your…

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Understanding Credit Scores and Building Financial Strength Uncategorized

April 11, 2024

Understanding Credit Scores and Building Financial Strength

In today's world, a credit score plays a significant role in shaping your financial opportunities. It's…

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The September 11th Victims Compensation Fund Uncategorized

September 7, 2023

The September 11th Victims Compensation Fund

We Can Help You Claim Compensation for 9/11 -Related Illnesses The attacks on September 11, 2001,…

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Housing Eviction Resources and Assistance Uncategorized

March 21, 2023

Housing Eviction Resources and Assistance

New York’s COVID-19 Eviction Moratorium ended on January 15th, 2022.  Thousands of New Yorkers who had…

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When Family Matters Turn Legal Uncategorized

March 28, 2024

When Family Matters Turn Legal

Family is important, but sometimes, strong disagreements can lead to legal action between even the strongest…

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A Guide to New York State’s Solar Program Uncategorized

September 28, 2023

A Guide to New York State’s Solar Program

NY-Sun is New York State's solar program, which was created to make solar energy more accessible…

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The Basics of Roadside Assistance Plans Uncategorized

June 27, 2024

The Basics of Roadside Assistance Plans

IAM members have access to free roadside assistance as a part of their Legal and Personal…

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Avoid Winter Car Troubles: Prep Guide Uncategorized

January 16, 2025

Avoid Winter Car Troubles: Prep Guide

Winters are the worst when it comes to driving. The amount of snow and ice that…

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NYC Heat and Hot Water Laws Uncategorized

December 7, 2023

NYC Heat and Hot Water Laws

In New York City, keeping your apartment warm and having readily available hot water are essential…

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Building Better Relationships With Teachers Uncategorized

February 15, 2024

Building Better Relationships With Teachers

It's important to consider how building strong relationships with your child's teachers can positively impact their…

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Stay Safe With These Winter Driving Tips Uncategorized

March 21, 2023

Stay Safe With These Winter Driving Tips

According to the Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration, 24% of vehicle accidents related to weather…

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Protect Your Family With A Simple Will Uncategorized

March 22, 2023

Protect Your Family With A Simple Will

A Simple Will is a legal document that explains how your belongings and property will be…

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Free Summer Meals for NYC Kids Uncategorized

June 6, 2024

Free Summer Meals for NYC Kids

As summer arrives and temperatures rise, it's important to remember that access to nutritious meals shouldn't…

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Types of Visas for Visiting and Living in the U.S.  Uncategorized

March 7, 2024

Types of Visas for Visiting and Living in the U.S. 

For non-citizens to visit or live in the United States legally, you need the right visa.…

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9/11 Clean-Up Volunteers and the Victim Compensation Fund Uncategorized

June 27, 2024

9/11 Clean-Up Volunteers and the Victim Compensation Fund

Following the tragedy of the September 11th attacks and the immediate rescue and recovery, a massive…

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Staying Safe During a Summer Heatwave Uncategorized

July 25, 2024

Staying Safe During a Summer Heatwave

New York and New Jersey typically experience heat waves from late June through August. While we…

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Most Common Roadside Emergencies and How to Avoid Them Uncategorized

March 22, 2023

Most Common Roadside Emergencies and How to Avoid Them

A roadside emergency can be described as anything that prevents your vehicle from driving, causing you…

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Why You Need a Lawyer for Buying or Selling a Home Uncategorized

July 14, 2023

Why You Need a Lawyer for Buying or Selling a Home

In residential real estate transactions, lawyers play a crucial role in protecting both buyers and sellers.…

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Traffic Ticket Crimes in New York Uncategorized

October 24, 2023

Traffic Ticket Crimes in New York

New Yorkers know that traffic tickets can be a costly and time-consuming hassle. But what if…

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Protect Your Senior Loved Ones from Identity Theft Uncategorized

November 9, 2023

Protect Your Senior Loved Ones from Identity Theft

Identity theft is a crime that can happen to anyone, but seniors are particularly vulnerable. Scammers…

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Hire a Lawyer for Child Custody Support Uncategorized

July 6, 2023

Hire a Lawyer for Child Custody Support

A child custody case consists of an agreement or decision between two parents that looks out…

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Settling Disputes With a Third Party Uncategorized

April 4, 2023

Settling Disputes With a Third Party

A neutral third party – called an arbitrator – is legally qualified and chosen to act…

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Tips for Tax Filing Uncategorized

March 13, 2024

Tips for Tax Filing

Tax season can be scary for many. Papers pile up, forms look confusing, and the fear…

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Responsibilities of Renting vs. Owning a Home Uncategorized

June 6, 2024

Responsibilities of Renting vs. Owning a Home

Should you rent an apartment or buy a home? Since buying a home can be the…

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Social Media Safety for Teens Uncategorized

November 2, 2023

Social Media Safety for Teens

Social media has become a constant part of the lives of many teenagers. It is a…

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Spring Cleaning for Your Vehicle Uncategorized

March 21, 2024

Spring Cleaning for Your Vehicle

Spring has sprung! As the days get longer and the sun gets warmer it's the perfect…

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Tenant Responsibilities During Heat Season in New York City Uncategorized

October 24, 2024

Tenant Responsibilities During Heat Season in New York City

While landlords are primarily responsible for providing heat and hot water to their tenants during heat…

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Avoid these 5 Factors that Can Lower Your Credit Score Uncategorized

December 5, 2024

Avoid these 5 Factors that Can Lower Your Credit Score

Your credit score is a numerical representation of your creditworthiness, and it plays a significant role…

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The Toxic Cloud Impact of 9/11 Dust and Debris Uncategorized

September 10, 2024

The Toxic Cloud Impact of 9/11 Dust and Debris

The devastating terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, left an everlasting mark on the United States.…

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Heating and Cooling Assistance Programs Uncategorized

May 2, 2024

Heating and Cooling Assistance Programs

Heating and cooling assistance programs are available for financially struggling households to help pay energy bills…

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Make a Strong Point With the Help of a Lawyer Uncategorized

March 21, 2023

Make a Strong Point With the Help of a Lawyer

It happens more than you think. You have an issue with a business, a neighbor, a…

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New Laws for the New Year: What to Know in 2025 Uncategorized

January 9, 2025

New Laws for the New Year: What to Know in 2025

Every year, new laws go into effect that may impact your daily life, work, and community.…

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What is a REAL ID and Why You Should Know About the Deadline Uncategorized

July 11, 2024

What is a REAL ID and Why You Should Know About the Deadline

Have you heard of the REAL ID deadline? If you're a New Yorker who utilizes or…

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The Most Common Financial Issues Uncategorized

January 4, 2024

The Most Common Financial Issues

Achieving financial well-being in the United States requires navigating a complex landscape, often with challenges that…

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Get Your Legal House in Order: A Year-End Checklist Uncategorized

December 19, 2024

Get Your Legal House in Order: A Year-End Checklist

As we wrap up 2024, it's time to take a moment to ensure your legal affairs…

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What is New York City Housing Court? Uncategorized

May 24, 2023

What is New York City Housing Court?

In New York, “housing court” refers to the part of the Civil Court of the City…

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Wellness & Resources to Improve Your Heart Health Uncategorized

February 29, 2024

Wellness & Resources to Improve Your Heart Health

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S. - but the good news…

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Safety Measures for Swimming Pools and Beaches Uncategorized

September 28, 2023

Safety Measures for Swimming Pools and Beaches

It's crucial to be mindful of safety measures around swimming pools and beaches. Swimming Pool Safety…

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Why You Should Hire a Lawyer for Immigration Cases Uncategorized

June 27, 2023

Why You Should Hire a Lawyer for Immigration Cases

In the United States, an immigration case can consist of a broad range of topics. Any…

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Tips on Avoiding a New York Speeding Ticket Uncategorized

September 14, 2023

Tips on Avoiding a New York Speeding Ticket

One of the most off-putting things that can happen while driving is receiving a speeding ticket,…

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Signs Your Tires Need Repair or Replacement Uncategorized

September 19, 2024

Signs Your Tires Need Repair or Replacement

Car tires in good shape are vital for safe driving, and good tire maintenance ensures a…

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Roadside Assistance Uncategorized

March 22, 2023

Roadside Assistance

Anything can happen while driving - a tire may go flat, you may get into an…

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Secure Your Retirement With a Financial Counselor Uncategorized

June 20, 2024

Secure Your Retirement With a Financial Counselor

As a union member, you've secured valuable benefits that go beyond your hourly wage. From healthcare…

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Get Legal Help for Family Law Cases Uncategorized

September 21, 2023

Get Legal Help for Family Law Cases

Family law can be described as an area of legal practice that deals with issues related…

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Taking a Citizenship Class? Uncategorized

August 24, 2023

Taking a Citizenship Class?

What You’ll Learn and Prepare for The path toward becoming a U.S. citizen means gaining knowledge…

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Budgeting for Holiday Spending Uncategorized

December 14, 2023

Budgeting for Holiday Spending

The holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration. But for many, it can also…

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NY Programs that Save You Money on Your Daily Commute Uncategorized

June 13, 2023

NY Programs that Save You Money on Your Daily Commute

New York City's high cost of living often makes commuting a huge part of your bills.…

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Avoid These Rental Scams Uncategorized

July 6, 2023

Avoid These Rental Scams

According to newly released data, 5.2 million Americans have been a victim and lost money to…

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Soak Up the Sun Safely and Protect Your Skin Uncategorized

August 22, 2024

Soak Up the Sun Safely and Protect Your Skin

Summer equals sunshine, outdoor adventures, and fun. But with all that sunlight comes the risk of…

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How to Know If You’ve Been a Victim of Identity Theft Uncategorized

March 21, 2023

How to Know If You’ve Been a Victim of Identity Theft

Identity theft is when fraud or any kind of financial gain is committed using an individual’s…

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