New Changes Coming to New York’s Pay Transparency Laws
Changes are coming to New York’s salary transparency in job advertisements following Governor Hochul’s signing of the Pay Transparency Law in late 2022. Set to take effect…
How To File for Divorce: Step-By-Step Guide
Going through a divorce can be a challenging and emotionally charged experience. If you find yourself at the crossroads of filing for divorce, having the confidence and knowledge…
Things To Do When Filing for Divorce in New York
Filing for divorce in New York can be a complex and difficult process. To navigate this journey successfully, it’s important to understand the specific requirements and take…
Does Title IX Only Cover Sex Discrimination in College Athletics?
Contrary to the popularly held assumption in the title, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 applies to all aspects of education for any educational institution that…
How to Defend Against Title IX Sexual Misconduct Charges in New York
Title IX charges are pursued aggressively by colleges and universities across the country. A Title IX allegation has the potential to ruin a student’s academic future and should…
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.…