What is Required for an Uncontested Divorce in New York State?
Going through a divorce is never easy, but an uncontested divorce can ease the process by saving both partners time and money. In New York state, an uncontested divorce is the…
Court Denies Judicial Review in Security Clearance Revocation, Discrimination Case
A recent case involving a former FBI intelligence officer with a top-secret security clearance who failed three polygraph tests and was subsequently fired has been dismissed by…
Six Reasons to Modify Your Child Custody Order in New York
Not every relationship results in people having their fairy tale ending. While every breakup has challenges, breakups are even more challenging when children are involved. In…
Challenging Alleged Service Members’ Debts
Service members are entitled to pay and various allowances, as well as special incentives, scholarships, and bonuses. However, sometimes errors or changes in circumstances could…
Employment discrimination based on sexual orientation can take many forms
Have you been discriminated against in the workplace because of your sexual orientation? Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) includes protections against…
Obtaining Veterans Benefits with a Less Than Honorable Discharge
Are you a veteran of one of the military branches who might be eligible for veterans’ benefits, but you don’t have an honorable discharge? It can be difficult to establish…
Tips for Maintaining Your Security Clearance
For government employees, contractors, and any other individuals whose roles require access to classified information, obtaining a security clearance is just the first step. The…
Understanding Guideline H: Drug Involvement
Many employees and contractors of the United States federal government, military personnel, and government officials, who require access to classified information in the course of…
What to do if a federal agency has discriminated against you
Are you a federal employee or jobseeker who has faced discrimination in the workplace? Federal employees and job applicants who believe that a federal agency has discriminated…
Who is Responsible for Debt in a Divorce?
Many couples are well aware of how their assets will be split if they divorce, but few are prepared for how their liabilities (i.e., debt) will be handled. Debt in a divorce can…