John G Troy JR Atty

Why Do Women Initiate Divorce More Than Men?

According to a 2015 study, women initiate 69% of all divorces; for college-educated women, the rate jumps to 90%. So why do women initiate divorce than men?

Flag desecration: is it OK to wear clothes decorated with an old flag?

I have a pair of bell bottoms that I found at a thrift store with flares made from an old American flag. Is it considered flag desecration to wear them? 

Think twice before taking personal injury case to social media

Social media is a wonderful tool to stay in contact with people you don’t get to see every day. Your friends and family members want to know what you’re up to, but you should think twice before posting about your personal injury case. Insurance companies need to protect their profits Like any other business, insurance companies work hard to protect their profits. They’re not going to pay out a settlement without investigating to every extent!

3 Psychological Tricks That Help New Bosses Earn Respect Faster

How Much Does a Divorce Lawyer Cost?

When shopping for a divorce lawyer, most people will want to know how much it’s going to cost. Like any other legal matter, the answer will depend on numerous factors. Regardless of the answer, it’ll likely be more than you...

How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation or Child Custody Mediation

Learn what mediation is in divorce and custody cases, how to prepare for it, and why I think it is better than going to trial to solve you...

When You Do And Do Not Need to Hire a Divorce Lawyer

Whether you should hire a divorce lawyer or not depends on whether your divorce is uncontested or not. In most cases, it is best to hire one.

Dear Atty., Can I Bury My Head In Sand At Work?

An employee's behavior on a business trip makes this manager want to bury his head in the sand. What legal advice does Dear Atty. have to offer?

Troy Foundry’s 'Models of Perfection' isn’t perfect

TROY, N.Y. — Troy Foundry Theatre does not offer theater productions, at least not in the traditional sense of the term.

How to Talk to Kids about Martin Luther King Jr.

How do we talk to kids about Martin Luther King Jr.? Where do we start? Find inspiration on how to talk about diversity with your kids in this post.

Why You Should Hire A Divorce Attorney Rather Than Representing Yourself

If you have decided that your marriage is no longer working, you have a few different options available to you; you can stay together w...

3 Things a Good Divorce Lawyer Will Do for You |

To have a working relationship with your lawyer, you must know what to expect from them. Here’s what a good divorce lawyer should do for you.

When You Can't or Won't hire a lawyer? A $500 Option.

1. First; let’s define the kind of case. If it is a fault-based personal injury claim, such as serious injuries resulting from a rear end collision, the kindest think I can say to a person who tries to document and settle that case without counsel is “foolish”. Forget your pre-conceptions and just give me a call.... View Article

Serious Injuries From a Fall? Hire an Injury Lawyer.

A personal injury term that is sometimes heard more often during the winter months is called, “slip, trip, or fall.” However, injuries resulting from a slip, trip or fall are not limited to weather-related hazards such as slippery sidewalks, slick floors, and ice-covered steps. Sometimes, torn carpet, inadequate lighting, lack of railing, change in floor level,...read more