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Q: How to protect assets after being sued post-accident in NY?
Four years ago, I was involved in a car accident in New York where a speeding truck sideswiped me while I was trying to parallel park. The driver went over the yellow line to pass me, then veered to the right and rammed into my car to avoid oncoming traffic. After stopping and looking at my car,... View More 
Jonathan R. Ratchik
answered on Jul 20, 2026
answered on Jul 20, 2026
Sorry to hear what happened to you. If you've already been sued, any transfer of assets as a way of impeding collection of a potential judgment could be voided on the grounds that it runs afoul of New York Debtor and Creditor Law. Report the matter to your insurance company. It will... View More
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Q: How to protect assets after being sued post-accident in NY?
Four years ago, I was involved in a car accident in New York where a speeding truck sideswiped me while I was trying to parallel park. The driver went over the yellow line to pass me, then veered to the right and rammed into my car to avoid oncoming traffic. After stopping and looking at my car,... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 18, 2026
answered on Jul 18, 2026
Addendum - In rereading your post, I see that you mention this accident occurred four years ago and "Now, this driver is suing me... " I'm not certain if you mean the case against you is already in suit, or that you have just been sued four years later. Depending on the situation,... View More
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Q: How to protect assets after being sued post-accident in NY?
Four years ago, I was involved in a car accident in New York where a speeding truck sideswiped me while I was trying to parallel park. The driver went over the yellow line to pass me, then veered to the right and rammed into my car to avoid oncoming traffic. After stopping and looking at my car,... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 18, 2026
answered on Jul 18, 2026
I'm sorry about your accident and your terrible injuries. Your matter appears to be a complex one and it would be best to discuss all these points in detail with an experienced attorney. Regarding your question about compensation, your action in suing the other side should take care of that.... View More
Q: How do I resolve a SNAP case closure issue between NY and CT after moving?
I recently moved from New York to Connecticut and have been receiving SNAP benefits. When I first moved out, I applied to close my case in New York but received no response. After changing my state ID and applying for SNAP in Connecticut, I was told again that I needed to close my New York case.... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 18, 2026
answered on Jul 18, 2026
An attorney who deals with public benefits could assist best here, but you posted two days ago and it appears you face two challenges, one being the continuity of benefits, and the other, the allegation of fraud. Check back on your post regularly to see if there are responses from attorneys who... View More
Q: How can I remove a suspension from my Arizona record after a DUI if I am now living with a valid Illinois license?
I recently moved from Arizona to Illinois and received a DUI in Arizona while still holding an Arizona driver's license. After the incident, I switched to an Illinois driver's license. I was given court supervision for the DUI and completed the required classes. I was informed that this... View More
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There are many potential outstanding issues that could be causing your Arizona driving privilege to be suspended following a DUI arrest. Based on your answer I am assuming that you have already wrapped up your court case on the Arizona DUI and there are no pending court dates or warrants. In this... View More
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