“Call-In” Pay Rules Likely to Change for Many Employers in New York State
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) has proposed new regulations regarding “call-in” pay. The proposed regulations would cover employers in New York State,…
What to Do If Your Security Clearance Is Denied
Applying for security clearance with the federal government can sometimes be daunting. Whether you’re applying for confidential, secret, or top secret security clearance, the…
Resources to Help Veterans Become Business Owners
If you’re a veteran, you may be better prepared than most to start your own business. You’ve already been trained in many of the skills necessary to be a successful veteran…
5 Reasons to Hire a Divorce Lawyer
5 Reasons to Hire a Divorce Lawyer If you and your spouse intend to divorce, you may ask yourself: Do I need a divorce lawyer? The answer to this depends on your particular…
Can a Phone App Lead to Conduct Unbecoming an Officer and a Gentleman Charges?
A new phone app claims it creates a legally-binding contract between two people consenting to have sex, but will it be enough to prevent a uniformed member of the military from…
Executive Order Narrows the Scope for Labor Negotiations at Federal Agencies
The National Council on Federal Labor-Management Relations no longer exists after President Donald Trump revoked the Executive Order that created it. So, where does this leave…
Documentation is Key for Federal Employees Taking Prescription Opioids
Federal employees subject to mandatory drug testing – those who work in national security, public health or public safety occupations – or those subject to random testing –…
EQUALS Act Doubles Probationary Periods, but Doesn’t Eliminate Rights to Appeal Adverse Actions
A bill passed by the House of Representatives and advanced to the Senate could double the length of the probationary period most federal employees go through before they are…
When Cybersecurity and National Security Interests Collide
Good cybersecurity protects private information from being accessed by an outside source. However, when that outside source is an intelligence agency and the private information…
New York’s On-call Employees to Receive an Economic Boost Through New Call-in Pay Regulation
A proposed change to New York State’s labor laws would put extra money into the pockets of some on-call workers, but it may come at a cost. Governor Andrew Cuomo and the…