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Q: I understand that Governor Cuomo reduced the estate tax for New Yorkers so that retired folks stay in New York rather than move to taxpayer friendly states like … more

By Nathaniel L. Corwin | 5/20/14

Eric C.Y. Fang, from Perkins Eastman, seated, and Ed Zangrillo, chairman of the local N.Y. Rising Committee, addressed the crowd last week at the last public forum in a series of meetings.

‘Rising’ report goes to the top

Protecting the coastline, storm water management, the ability to respond quickly and efficiently in an emergency, stimulating the local economy and … more

By Mary Malloy | 5/8/14

Floaters

Q: Sometimes I see spots floating in my vision. I was told these are "floaters". What are floaters? Can they be treated? A: There are a few different causes of floaters. The most … more

By Stanley J. Berke, M.D.,F.A.C.S. | 5/6/14

Frank Zerbe’s bulkhead was destroyed during Hurricane Sandy, and, 18 months later, he needs funding to rebuild it.

Post-storm struggles continue

Patty Vacchio lost her Inwood home in Hurricane Sandy. While some things have improved, she said, she doesn’t believe that people in her situation are any better off nearly 18 months after the storm. more

By Vanessa Parker | 4/23/14

Q: How does my monthly menstrual cycle relate to my hormones?

A: This article is the first contribution in a series of pieces that will address female fertility and gynecologic issues that women face. While many of us received standard health education classes … more

by Katherine Melzer-Ross, M.D. | 4/21/14

A team of Herald reporters received second place for Community Service in the Local Media Association’s annual Editorial Contest. Among the winners were, from left, Alexandra Spychalsky, Scott Brinton, Mary Malloy and Alex Costello.

Heralds earn four honors in national contest

A team of six Herald editors and reporters –– Scott Brinton, Jeff Bessen, Alex Costello, Mary Malloy, Anthony Rifilato and Alexandra Spychalsky –– have taken second place for Community … more

4/16/14

Trusts and Estates Law

Q: I am hoping to open a trust fund for my adult children to inherit after my wife and I pass away. I keep hearing about the "look back" period - can you explain how that would apply to the trusts … more

By Jayson J.R. Choi | 4/14/14

Employment Law

Q: I run a small trucking business and my drivers are paid as independent contractors. I understand there is a new law in New York that might require me to treat them as employees. What is this all … more

By Paul F. Millus | 4/14/14

The sale of the Number Six School to HALB was resoundingly approved in a referendum on Monday.

Number Six School sale to HALB approved

Residents of the Lawrence School District voted 1,856 to 461 on Monday to approve the sale of the Number Six School to the Hebrew Academy of Long Beach. more

By Jeff Bessen | 4/2/14

The city has teamed up with FEGS Health & Human Services to establish a Residential Rebuilding Assistance Program in Long Beach.

City launches new program to help Sandy victims

As the April 11 deadline to apply for the NY Rising Housing Recovery Program quickly approaches, the city has launched a program to help residents who are “still struggling to navigate through the … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 3/24/14

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