Security Clearances: Adjudication Process for DOD Contractors vs. Military and Civilian Employees
For individuals who must go through the security clearance adjudication process, it can be a nervous and confusing process. Each individual attempting to obtain a security…
EEOC’s Proposed Rule to Implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA): Key Provisions Recap
On August 7, 2023, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).…
Necessity of No-Fault Divorce
In 2010, New York added the “no-fault” ground for divorce, otherwise known as DRL §170.7. The addition allowed for one spouse to seek a divorce based upon their statement…
What Happens When There Is a Failed Drug Test in the Military?
The military has “zero tolerance” for drug use while in service, whether you are in the Active Component or the Reserves. The expectation is that if a service member is going…
SBP Open Season – Why is DFAS denying me?
The NDAA 2023 required that DFAS conduct an open season to allow anybody not currently participating in the Survivor Benefit Plan (“SBP”) program to update their elections.…
What Happens to My VA Benefits If I Am Incarcerated?
A Veteran may find himself or herself either facing jail time or currently incarcerated. A Veteran will want to know how being incarcerated will impact their benefits, including…
Common Prenup Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Prenuptial agreements, AKA “prenups,” are certainly not the most romantic considerations when planning to tie the knot, and people may feel uncomfortable discussing their…
Credentialing Actions and Investigations in the Military Healthcare System
Medical providers in the military, whether service members themselves or contracted providers, can find their medical license and their livelihood under attack through a Quality…
Are Fireworks Legal in New York State and City? Your Guide to Safely Celebrating this Summer
In the United States, fireworks are massively popular when it comes to celebrating holidays like the Fourth of July and New Year’s Eve. While they are certainly dazzling and are…
What the Expansion of the CAURD Program Means for the New York State Cannabis Industry
In March, the New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced the expansion of the conditional adult-use retail dispensaries (CAURD) program, doubling the anticipated…