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What to Know About New York State’s Clean Slate Act

New York state’s Clean Slate Act (S7551A/A1029C) is now in effect, and it means that employers will not have access to certain job applicants’ or employees’ sealed criminal…

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How To File a Wage and Hour Claim in New York State

If you’ve faced unpaid wages, lack of overtime, or other wage violations at work, know that you have rights, as well as options for taking action. Filing a wage and hour claim…

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Prenatal Leave, Other Changes in New York Law to Prepare For 2025

Employers and employees alike should be aware that, when the new year rings in, New York state employers will be required to provide paid breaks for breast milk expression. The…

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Survivor Annuity Benefits Decision Could Impact Federal Employes With Similar Claims

A recent case regarding survivor annuity benefits decided by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit could impact other federal employees who may have similar claims. In…

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Special Education Transition Planning: What Is it and Why Is it Important?

As students with disabilities shift from high school to higher education or employment, the Committee on Special Education (CSE) is charged with developing what’s called a…

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What is Schedule F and What Does it Mean for Federal Employees When Trump Returns to the White House?

While there are expected to be changes to employment-related policies in both the federal government as well as the private sector when Donald Trump returns to the Oval Office in…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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