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Tully Rinckey’s Graig Zappia provides estate planning advice to CBS 6 viewers after a downstate Assemblyman is proposing a bill that would require people to appoint a social media proxy in their will to handle all accounts after they pass …
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Thomas Carr
Tully Rinckey’s Tom Carr appears on WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” to answer listener’s criminal law questions.
Sanctuary for Independent Media’s Director Hopes to Build Positive Relationship with City
More details have emerged about the settlement reached between the City of Troy and the Sanctuary for Independent Media, which include $5,000 payment to the sanctuary and a potential $50,000 matching grant from the city for neighborhood improvements. The settlement, …
Does the Robo-Signing Settlement Go Far Enough?
Several of the largest financial institutions in the country may agree to a settlement that could provide compensation to as many as a million homeowners for improper foreclosure proceedings. The announcement of the potential deal was made earlier this month by U.S. …
Thomas Carr Discusses Acquittal of George Mott
Tully Rinckey’s Tom Carr is called on by CBS 6 to provide criminal law analysis for a high profiled murder case in Troy after a jury acquits George Mott III of 2nd degree murder.
Air Force Now Investigating Sheep-Beating Video
The Air Force is now handling an investigation into a video showing U.S. troops cheering as they watch while a sheep is beaten to death with a baseball bat, a service spokesman said. The animal rights group People for the …
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Barbara King
Tully Rinckey’s Barbara King appears on WGNA’s ‘Ask the Lawyers’ to provide legal perspective on parental rights and obligations as well as divorce.
Thomas Carr Discusses George Mott Murder Trial
Judge Ceresia has dismissed both motions for a mistrial in the George Mott murder trial. Jury deliberations are now underway. The first motion was based on a juror supposedly bringing a dictionary into the deliberation room. The second motion involved …
Phillip Perry – People on the Move
Date added: January 23, 2012 Submission Type: Professional Recognition Current employer: Tully Rinckey PLLC Current title/position: Associate Industry: Legal Services Position department: Legal Reason for being recognized: Phillip Perry was admitted to the New York State Bar by the 3rd …
TC Dunham Pays About $4.5 Million For 2006 Lacquer Fire
TC Dunham Paint & Coatings Inc. (Yonkers, N.Y.) was found liable for about $4.5 million in injuries resulting from a building fire started by a solvent-based wood floor lacquer that ignited, according to the law journal VerdictSearch. The fire occurred in …
Facebook ‘Invisible’ Sharing Worries Privacy Advocates
As Facebook officials unveiled dozens of new applications this week for automatic sharing of profile content, privacy advocates warn that users should worry not only about what is openly shared, but also about what they claim is shared behind-the-scenes to …
Army Investigating Soldier Animal Abuse
The Army is investigating the video of sheep being beaten with a baseball bat by what appears to be U.S. servicemembers, even though an animal rights group said it never received a response from the military when it filed a …
Army Investigating Soldier Animal Abuse
Army investigators are probing the video of a sheep being beaten with a baseball bat while a group of what appear to be soldiers cheer and laugh, according to a military spokesman. Military commanders in Afghanistan have condemned the video, …
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Scott Dillon
Tully Rinckey’s Scott Dillon stops by WGNA and appears on the “Ask the Lawyer” segment to provide legal perspective for listeners facing bankruptcy.
Marines Caught Degrading Taliban Corpses
A Youtube video has recently surfaced showing four US Marine solders urinating on Taliban corpses – an act that appears to violate international laws of warfare and further strains US-Afghan relations. They are from the 3rd battalion, 2nd marines unit. …
Marines Caught Degrading Taliban Corpses
A Youtube video has recently surfaced showing four US Marine solders urinating on Taliban corpses – an act that appears to violate international laws of warfare and further strains US-Afghan relations. They are from the 3rd battalion, 2nd marines unit. …
How to Tackle Those Holiday Gift Credit Card Bills
Albany NY Bankruptcy and Debt Relief Attorney Scott Dillon warns consumers about holiday gift bills that will start showing up in the mail and what to do to best tackle them and avoid a financial crisis.
Report Says Nearly 1 in 3 Youths Arrested by Age 23
A recently released study claims that nearly 1 in 3 U.S. youths will be arrested for a non-traffic offense by age 23. The report, which was published on the site Pediatrics in December of last year, says that as many as …
Marines Caught Degrading Taliban Corpses
Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said today the Marines videotaped urinating on Taliban corpses will be punished “to the fullest extent.” Military legal expert Mathew Tully, a lieutenant colonel in the New York National Guard, told the Stars and Stripes that punishment needs to …
Hearings Set in Chinese-American Soldier’s Death in Afghanistan
Legal proceedings will begin Sunday in the death of a Chinese-American soldier believed to have committed suicide in Afghanistan after allegedly being hazed by his fellow soldiers, the Army says. The Article 32 hearings, which would determine whether there was enough …
10 Things to Ask Before Hiring a Law Firm
Tully Rinckey’s John Mahoney supplied the Washington Business Journal with 10 things to ask before hiring a law firm. 1. What can I expect from my initial consultation? The main purpose of your consultation is to learn about the legal …
Serving Those Who Served: New York State Bar Association Offers Program on How to Represent Military Veterans
Expert Panels Explore Growing Legal Needs, Impact of Military Culture and Opportunities to Help Addressing a growing need for veterans’ legal services, the New York State Bar Association’s Special Committee on Veterans is presenting a daylong program on preparing attorneys …
Panetta Assures Afghans of Full Probe Into Marine Video
Pentagon leaders scrambled Thursday to contain damage from an Internet video purporting to show four Marines urinating on Taliban corpses — an act that appears to violate international laws of warfare and further strains U.S.-Afghan relations. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta …
DOD Out to Stem Backlash from Incendiary Video
U.S. officials scrambled Thursday to temper backlash from a video appearing to show Marines urinating on the corpses of Taliban fighters, an incendiary act that could again inflame anti-American sentiment throughout the Muslim world. Top Pentagon leaders issued a series …
John Mahoney – People on the Move
Date added: January 12, 2012 Submission Type: Promotion Current employer: Tully Rinckey PLLC Current title/position: Chair of the Labor and Employment Practice Group Industry: Legal Services Position department: Legal Previous position: Partner (John is still a partner) Duties/responsibilities: John Mahoney …
Tom Carr Comments on Cohoes Murder Case and Mark Richardson Arrest
Albany Criminal Defense Lawyer Tom Carr of Tully Rinckey provides criminal law perspective surrounding a murder case involving an elderly Cohoes man being beaten to death by crack cocaine-addict Mark Richardson.
Kudos from Albany-Colonie Chamber of Commerce
The American Bar Association held its first Law Video Awards this month to honor excellence in video marketing for law firms, and Tully Rinckey PLLC took first place in the short video category. The winning short video can be seen here:
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Jennifer Corcoran
Tully Rinckey’s Jennifer Corcoran sits down over at WGNA and answers listeners questions on child custody and divorce for the weekly “Ask the Lawyer” segment
Going From Soldier to Citizen
Dalia Nesmith says she always felt like an American, even as she grew up in a family of illegal immigrants in the United States. Living between Mexico and the United States, Nesmith held on to her Mexican heritage, but also …
Going From U.S. Soldier to U.S. Citizen
Dalia Nesmith says she always felt like an American, even as she grew up in a family of illegal immigrants in the United States. Living between Mexico and the United States, Nesmith held on to her Mexican heritage, but also …
Michael Macomber – People on the Move
Date added: January 5, 2012 Submission Type: Professional Recognition Current employer: Tully Rinckey PLLC Current title/position: Associate attorney Industry: Legal Services Position department: Legal Reason for being recognized: Macomber was re-elected chairman of the Schenectady County Bar Association’s young lawyers …
Barbara King – People on the Move
Date added: January 5, 2012 Submission Type: Professional Recognition Current employer: Tully Rinckey PLLC Current title/position: Partner Industry: Legal Services Position department: Legal Reason for being recognized: King was reappointed chair of the pro bono committee of the Schenectady County …
Douglas Rose, Partner – New York Real Estate Journal
Name: Douglas Rose Title: Partner Company: Tully Rinckey PLLC Location: Albany, N.Y. Birthplace: Woonsocket, R.I. Colleges: Brown University, AB, 1980 University of Miami School of Law, J.D., 1988 Carroll Graduate School of Management, Boston College, MBA, 1999 First job outside …
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Thomas Carr
Tully Rinckey’s Tom Carr provides legal guidance to some very tough questions on bench warrants, juvenile records and double jeopardy from listener’s on this weeks “Ask the Lawyer” segment on WGNA.
Reflecting on 2011, and Federal Employees’ Unsung Performance
By Mathew B. Tully With the end of the year comes the opportunity to reflect on the events and accomplishments of the last 12 months. For many federal employees, it also means having their supervisors look back on the work …
Rainier Shooting Suspect’s Army Discharge Does Not Bar VA Benefits
The former soldier who allegedly killed a ranger at Mount Rainier National Park Sunday likely was eligible for veterans benefits, according to documents that explain how soldiers with misconduct discharges like him can obtain services at Veterans Administration hospitals. Shooting …
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Social Media Executors Legislation
Tully Rinckey’s Graig Zappia provides estate planning advice to CBS 6 viewers after a downstate Assemblyman is proposing a bill that would require people to appoint a social media proxy in their will to handle all accounts after they pass …
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Thomas Carr
Tully Rinckey’s Tom Carr appears on WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” to answer listener’s criminal law questions.
Sanctuary for Independent Media’s Director Hopes to Build Positive Relationship with City
More details have emerged about the settlement reached between the City of Troy and the Sanctuary for Independent Media, which include $5,000 payment to the sanctuary and a potential $50,000 matching grant from the city for neighborhood improvements. The settlement, …
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Coats for Veterans 2011
Tully Rinckey PLLC partnered with Dickies Clothing to give 50 coats to veterans in the Capital Region for their second annual “Coats for Veterans” event. Tully Rinckey PLLC Managing Partner Greg Rinckey shakes hands with one of 50 veterans who …
Jennifer Corcoran Receives Prestigious Award for Her Charitable Efforts
The Make A Wish Northeast New York Chapter Board of Trustees presented Tully Rinckey’s Jennifer Corcoran with an achievement award for her 12 years of service on the board. Twelve years is the longest tenure a trustee can serve at …
Tully Rinckey PLLC “Gives Back”
Tully Rinckey Chief Finance Officer, Jeremy Noble, presents a donation check to the Make a Wish Foundation.
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How to Handle That Post-Holiday Credit Card Hangover
Follow these tips to ensure you start the New Year off debt free. The magic of the holiday season can quickly wear-off come January, when the bills roll in and many find themselves in over their head. Many call this …
Tully Rinckey Presents Veterans With Winter Coats
It’s hard to believe that as cold as the winter nights and days can be in the Capital Region many veterans still called the streets their home in 2011. Across the nation on any given night the U.S. Department of …
Holiday Gift Giving Could Give Federal Employees the Pink-Slip
The exchange of gifts is a favorite holiday tradition for many. A less popular and less known holiday tradition, however, involves the punishment of federal employees who stray from government rules by giving their boss a Christmas or Hanukkah gift. …
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Traffic Offenses – February 21, 2012
Presenter: Thomas J. Carr, Esq. Date: February 21, 2012 Time: 6:00-8:30 p.m. (half-hour break in the middle) Skills: 1 CLE Credit Hour Areas of Professional Practice: 1 CLE Credit Hour Click here to view Tom’s biography. Join us as Tully …
Legal Ethics: Business of Law and Conflicts of Interest – March 20, 2012
Presenter: Douglas J. Rose, Esq. Date: March 20, 2012 Time: 6:00-8:30 p.m. (half-hour break in the middle) Ethics and Professionalism: 2 CLE Credit Hours Click here to view Doug’s biography. If you have questions on any of our FREE Continuing Legal …
Overview of Drug Crimes: Controlled Substances Offenses – April 17, 2012
Presenter: Thomas J. Carr, Esq. Date: April 17, 2012 Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Areas of Professional Practice: 1 CLE Credit Hour Click here to view Tom’s biography. If you have questions on any of our FREE Continuing Legal Education courses, please …
