Over the years, this column has addressed the fact that New York is one of only four states where there is no legislation regarding liability for injury to people engaged in equestrian activities which per force involve an inherent risk due to the fact that being around horses can be dangerous due to their size, strength, and the unpredictability of their deeply-embedded prey instincts. In March, I attended an event for landowners hosted by … [Read more...]
NYS Senate Passes Bills Encouraging New Yorkers to be Organ Donors
NYLON — The New York State Senate has passed legislation meant to encourage more New Yorkers to become organ and tissue donors. According to a press release from Senator Patrick Gallivan, the bills, which have been sent to the Assembly for review, focus on enhancing public awareness and increasing the number of New Yorkers who sign up to help save lives through organ, tissue, bone marrow, and blood donation. “Nearly 10,000 New Yorkers are … [Read more...]
NYS Senate Passes Bills Favoring Veteran Home Ownership and Tax Exemptions
NYLON – The New York State Senate passed legislation that supports veterans in home ownership and tax exemptions. According to a press release by Senator Patrick Gallivan, the Senate passed two bills that will now make their way to the State Assembly. “Our veterans have put their lives on the line to defend our freedoms and we should do everything we can to make sure they have an affordable place to live when they come home,” Gallivan said. … [Read more...]