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Don’t have a Will? Think again

By Joe Beige | Published February 20, 2014

When it comes to the issues of Wills and Estate planning by far the most common statement we hear from our clients is “I don’t have a Will.”  This statement is usually followed by “I don’t need one since everything goes to my spouse.”

Both are inaccurate and potentially expensive statements.

First, unless you have a properly drafted and executed Will your property (or estate) will be disbursed as per New York State law.  That’s right! You have a Will by default.

And your spouse? Under New York State law a person who dies without a Will (also known as “intestate”) with a spouse and at least one child then your spouse would receive one half (1/2) of your estate plus $50,000.00 (with the other half distributed among your children).

The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. can help ensure that your final wishes are followed.  Contact our attorneys and schedule an appointment to discuss your estate planning needs.

 

 

Cochlear Ear Implant Defects

By Joe Beige | Published February 19, 2014

Unlike traditional hearing aids, which electronically amplify sounds for those who cannot hear well, cochlear ear implants provide functional hearing for people who are either hard of hearing or totally deaf. The technology used stimulates the cochlea, which is the organ that translates sounds made against the ear drum to electrical signals the auditory nerve sends to the brain for processing. Cochlear ear implants have steadily improved since they were first developed in the 1950s when scientists began experimenting with sending electrical signals directly into people’s auditory nerves. Now, the devices are small and can be implanted just beneath the skin.

Not all cochlear ear implants work properly, and some might malfunction due to either manufacturing defects or defective designs. On three occasions, manufacturers have recalled their products because defective safety seals failed to prevent moisture from damaging the devices and short-circuiting them. Symptoms of cochlear ear implant malfunction include:

  • Severe pain;
  • Electric shocks; and
  • Painfully loud noises.

If you have received a cochlear implant and are experiencing problems contact the attorneys at The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. and learn about your options.

 

Denture Cream and Neurological Disorders?

By Joe Beige | Published February 18, 2014

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a notice to denture adhesive manufacturers outlining its increasing concern over the link between denture cream zinc and health problems. Specifically, the FDA names myeloneuropathy of the extremities as a disorder commonly suffered by denture cream users and consistent with zinc toxicity.

Myeloneuropathy is a condition that occurs when the protective coating of the peripheral nerves is damaged. When this happens, a person may experience a number of symptoms, including:

  • Weakness
  • Pain and tingling in the arms and legs
  • Difficulty walking,
  • A sense of numbness in the hands and feet

A denture cream user could develop neuropathy because their adhesive product contains zinc, a mineral that can be toxic in large doses. Too much zinc can lead to a copper deficiency, and a lack of copper can cause damage to the nervous system.

If you’re using or have used a denture cream which contains zinc, such as Poligrip or Fixodent, and have been experiencing symptoms of myeloneuropathy immediately consult your doctor and contact the Law Office Of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. to discuss your legal options.

 

Investigation of Forest Laboratories, Inc. Buyout Proposal

By Joe Beige | Published February 18, 2014

INVESTOR ALERT: The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. Announces Investigation of Forest Laboratories, Inc. Buyout Proposal

SMITHTOWN, NY, Feb. 18, 2014:

The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. announces that it is investigating the Board of Directors of Forest Laboratories, Inc.(“Forest”) (NYSE: FRX) for possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law in connection with Forest’s agreement to be acquired by Actavis plc (“Actavis”).

Under the terms of the proposal, public stockholders of Forest would receive $26.04 per share in cash and 0.3306 shares of Actavis for each share of Forest they own.

The investigation concerns whether Forest’s Board of Directors breached its fiduciary duties to stockholders, whether the proposed consideration to be paid to Forest’s stockholders would be fair and adequate, and whether Forest is acting in its stockholders’ best interests.

If you own Forest common stock, purchased your shares prior to February 18, 2014, and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Joseph R. Beige, Esquire either via email at or by telephone at (631) 231-7725.
 

Thinking of Refinancing your Mortgage?

By Joe Beige | Published February 17, 2014

If you’ve been thinking about refinancing your home mortgage to take advantage of the historically low rates now may be the time to act.  While interests rates are at all time low rates lenders are becoming more stringent in their requirements.  You may not want to wait much longer.

If you’re ready to refinance your mortgage or just explore your options your first call should be to an attorney experienced in real estate transactions.

Your attorney will act solely on your behalf to review the title report, clear issues with the lender’s attorney and coordinate the closing of your new loan.

Most importantly your attorney will be present at your side during the closing of your new loan to advise you should any last minute issues or questions arise.

Whether you’ve begun the refinance process or are just thinking about it, please feel free to contact our office for a no fee, no obligation consultation.

 

 

 

 

Behind In Your Taxes?

By Joe Beige | Published February 12, 2014

It can happen to anyone and at any time. Multi-million dollar businesses, “mom and pop” stores, commissioned sales people, doctors, lawyers….you name it!

All it takes is one bad business quarter, a slow paying customer, an unforeseen expense….the list is endless, and then you’re behind in paying your IRS or NYS taxes and it feels like the walls are caving in!

There is hope!

If you’re earning a good living but just unable to pay your back taxes an Installment Agreement may be the option.

The Installment Agreement allows taxpayers to pay their tax debt over time by making manageable payments.  The Installment Agreement can put you back in control of your financial future.

To learn more about Installment Agreements and other options that may be available to you contact our office today.

 

 

Investigation of National Interstate Corporation Buyout Proposal

By Joe Beige | Published February 11, 2014

The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. announces that it is investigating the Board of Directors of National Interstate Corporation (“National Interstate”) (NASDAQ: NATL) for possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law in connection with National Interstate’s agreement to be acquired by a subsidiary of American Financial Group, Inc. (“AFG”).

Under the terms of the proposal, public stockholders of National Interstate would receive $28.00 per share in cash for each share of National Interstate they own.

The investigation concerns whether National Interstate’s Board of Directors breached its fiduciary duties to stockholders, whether the proposed consideration to be paid to National Interstate’s stockholders would be fair and adequate, and whether National Interstate is acting in its stockholders’ best interests.

If you own National Interstate common stock, purchased your shares prior to February 5, 2014, and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Joseph R. Beige, Esquire either via email at or by telephone at (631) 231-7725.
 

Investigation of ArthroCare Corporation Buyout Proposal

By Joe Beige | Published February 10, 2014

The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. announces that it is investigating the Board of Directors of ArthroCare Corporation (“ArthroCare”) (NYSE GS: ARTC) for possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law in connection with ArthroCare’s agreement to be acquired by Smith & Nephew, Inc. (“Smith & Nephew”).

Under the terms of the proposal, public stockholders of ArthroCare would receive $48.50 per share in cash for each share of ArthroCare they own in a transaction valued at approximately $1.3 billion.

The investigation concerns whether ArthroCare’s Board of Directors breached its fiduciary duties to stockholders, whether the proposed consideration to be paid to ArthroCare’s stockholders would be fair and adequate, and whether ArthroCare is acting in its stockholders’ best interests.

If you own ArthroCare common stock, purchased your shares prior to February 3, 2014, and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Joseph R. Beige, Esquire either via email at or by telephone at (631) 231-7725.
 

Investigation of ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. Buyout Proposal

By Joe Beige | Published February 6, 2014
INVESTOR ALERT: The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. Announces Investigation of CONNECTONE BANCORP, INC. Buyout Proposal

SMITHTOWN, NY, Jan. 27, 2014:

The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. announces that it is investigating the Board of Directors of ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc.     (“ConnectOne”) (NASDAQ GS: CNOB) for possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law in connection with ConnectOne’s agreement to be acquired by Center Bancorp, Inc. (“Center”).

Under the terms of the proposal, public stockholders of ConnectOne would receive 2.6 shares of Center for each share of ConnectOne they own in a transaction valued at approximately $243 million.

The investigation concerns whether ConnectOne’s Board of Directors breached its fiduciary duties to stockholders, whether the proposed consideration to be paid to ConectONe’s stockholders would be fair and adequate, and whether ConnectOne is acting in its stockholders’ best     interests.

If you own ConnectOne common stock, purchased your shares prior     to January 21, 2014, and wish to obtain additional information, please     contact Joseph R. Beige, Esquire either via email at   or by telephone at (631) 231-7725.

Joseph R. Beige, Esquire has been an attorney for over 17 years and prosecutes securities class actions, derivative actions, shareholder rights actions, and corporate governance actions on behalf of stockholders.
 

 
 

The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. Announces Investigation of TUFCO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Buyout Proposal

By Joe Beige | Published February 6, 2014
INVESTOR ALERT: The     Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. Announces     Investigation of TUFCO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Buyout ProposalSMITHTOWN, NY, Jan. 16, 2014 (Business Wire):

The Law Office of Jack Stuart Beige & Associates, P.C. announces that it is investigating the Board of Directors of Tufco Technologies, Inc. (“Tufco”) (NASDAQ CM: TFCO) for possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law in connection with Tufco’s agreement to be acquired by Griffin Holdings, LLC (“Griffin”).

Under the terms of the proposal, public stockholders of Tufco would receive $6.07 per share in cash for each share of Tufco they own in a transaction valued at approximately $26 million.

The investigation concerns whether Tufco’s Board of Directors breached its fiduciary duties to stockholders, whether the proposed consideration to be paid to Tufco’s stockholders would be fair and adequate, and whether Tufco is acting in its stockholders’ best interests
If you own Tufco common stock, purchased your shares prior to December 20, 2013, and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Joseph R. Beige, Esquire either via email at or by telephone at (631) 231-7725. Joseph R. Beige, Esquire is an experienced attorney who prosecutes securities class actions, derivative actions, shareholder rights actions, and corporate governance actions on behalf of stockholders.
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