When to Use Government Counsel, When to Call a Private Military Disability Retirement Attorney
There are precious few situations when the military must provide free legal representation to service members. Legal help is not guaranteed for most facing the Disability…
Back to School Safety: What to Know About Keeping Your Student’s Data Protected in the Classroom
The growing use of digital learning tools has transformed how schools collect, store, and use student information. As educational technology, online assessments, and…
Can College Students Get Disability Accommodations for ADHD or Autism?
Any college or university that accepts federal funding—including student federal financial aid—is obligated to provide equitable educational opportunities to students with…
Requesting Disability Accommodations as a College Student in New York: The Process in 2026
If you are a college student in New York state, it does not make a difference if you attend NYU, Cornell, SUNY, CUNY, or community college: you can request reasonable…
New York Drivers Beware: School Bus and School Zone Violations Come With Steep Penalties
Back-to-school means more than crowded roads and early morning traffic. It also marks a time when students will be walking to school, crossing busy streets, and boarding school…
Disability Retirement: Why Hire a Private Attorney if the Military Lawyer Does the Same Thing for Free?
The military does not provide free legal help to all service members navigating LDES or IDES. Government counsel is available for some service members—on paper—but the scope…
What Employers Need to Know About the Litigation Risks of Employee Remote Work
Employment-related disputes remain a significant source of litigation exposure for organizations. As remote and hybrid work have become seemingly permanent workplace features,…
Back-to-School Co-Parenting: How Divorced Parents Can Avoid Custody Disputes During the School Year
The start of a new school year brings excitement and opportunity for children, but for divorced or separated parents, it can also create new challenges. From coordinating…
Fuel for the Fire: How “Just a Few Questions” Can Lead to Adverse Action
Imagine receiving a call from your commander, asking you to report to the conference room because “someone just wants to ask you a few questions.” You haven’t…
Why Federal Agencies and Employees Should Lean Into a Collaborative, Good Faith Dialogue When Disability or Medical Needs Affect Work
For HR and agency decisionmakers: Connect accommodation and performance management. A key risk point is performance management. Before initiating or continuing performance‑based…