The Law Offices of Kiel Van Horn, Esq.

01/15/2025

Accepting applications for a new office assistant position. Duties include answering phones, coordinating with clients, typing letters, filing, drafting docs, etc. Interested parties should email resume/cover letter to [email protected]

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10/18/2017

Good to know for those filing for Social Security benefits ... if you were married at least ten years, you can claim your former spouse's and potentially receive the benefit of greater accumulated benefits.

If you qualify for SS benefits based on your ex's work record, it's a matter of age and timing—not communication.

08/14/2016

This is from a NYT article about Obama's use of the president's broad executive powers instead of relying on Congress to pass legislation.

I can't imagine "inflation" is the only factor that increased the cost of a broken arm in 6 years.

And regardless, if that's true, car insurance $250,000 personal injury protection policies need to be reconsidered.

06/03/2016

The USDA Rural Development mortgage program is quietly gaining in popularity among our clients, and for good reason. This program to help stimulate homeownership in "rural" areas will now be even cheaper.

USDA mortgages are getting more affordable. The agency announced its plan to reduce upfront and monthly fees for this popular home buying program.

04/01/2016

As part of our commitment to offering a comprehensive range of legal services to our clients, we're proud to introduce "The Bro Will" for wrapping up all your affairs ... legal and ahem, otherwise.

03/03/2016

Some tips if you're pulled over wearing a concealed weapon. And some good tips for getting pulled over in general.

Answer (1 of 37): I think proper "pull-over etiquette" is something that should be taught in drivers Ed because it has made a huge difference for me over the years. When you add a citizen with a gun, doing it correctly becomes even more important. I have been pulled over way too many times, mostl...

02/21/2016

Doing our part to help keep the Post Office open here in Port Jervis

01/25/2016

Gloucester, Mass. Police Chief's Angel Program's unique message: Addiction is a disease, not a crime.

12/03/2015

An interesting look at the flexibility and versatility the LLC form lends, from business owners, to philanthropists to entrepreneurs.

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative founded by Mark Zuckerberg, and his wife, Dr. Priscilla Chan, is structured as a limited liability company, which will give the couple more flexibility in their giving.

10/26/2015

Federal Judge Emmet Sullivan raises a good point: why should big-pocketed corporations get a second chance by paying huge fines and agreeing to a "deferred-prosecution agreement" ... something drug offenders should be offered but rarely receive.

A federal judge, Emmet G. Sullivan, suggested that criminals receive the same leniency as corporations, which get deferred prosecution agreements.

09/29/2015

“Are you comfortable having all your information — your contacts, your appointments, your photos — this easy to access?” Police agencies are using a device that mimics a cell phone tower and can access your cell phone whether it's on or off.

Four states have passed laws on the use of cellphone surveillance to track suspected criminals with a technology that collects data from all phones in the area.

09/28/2015

A little real estate law humor