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Greg Rinckey Discusses Possibility of Occupy Albany Class Action Lawsuit
Tully Rinckey managing partner Greg Rinckey is called on by the Capital Region’s #1 station WNYT-13 to provide legal analysis after a number of occupiers look to file a class action lawsuit against the New York State Police for allegedly …
Former Army JAG Greg Rinckey Provides Legal Analysis of Soldier Who Died on Skype
Military Lawyer and former Army JAG Attorney Greg Rinckey is called on by CNN to provide live perspective on a mysterious investigation surrounding the death of U.S. soldier after he collapses while speaking to his wife via Skype. Rinckey weighs …
Contest a Will: a Challenging Process
By Greg T. Rinckey Q: Shortly before my father passed away, my sister talked him into leaving me out of a trust he initially created for both of us. What can I do so I don’t get left with nothing? …
Shifting Guidelines Prompt Calls for ROE Reform
The Afghan man captured on a grainy surveillance video was a known insurgent. And there he was — again — digging a hole for a homemade mine beneath a well-traveled dirt road in Helmand province. Several Marines in a nearby …
Go Back to School With the Post-9/11 GI Bill: A Lawyer’s Story
Originally posted in New York Law Journal. With the last U.S. forces being pulled out of Iraq in December 2011 and troops expected to leave Afghanistan by 2014, over 1 million members of the armed forces will come off active …
Suit Over Veteran’s Job Status Before Deployment May Proceed
Originally posted in New York Law Journal A National Guardsman who left his job to serve in Iraq can sustain an employment action because questions remain as to whether he was an independent contractor and whether he would have been …
Department of Veterans Affairs Claims Process – August 21, 2012
Presenter: Greg T. Rinckey, Esq. Date: August 21, 2012 Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Areas of Professional Practice: 1 CLE Credit Hour Click here to view Greg’s biography. If you have questions on any of our FREE Continuing Legal Education courses, please …
Veterans’ Employment Issues – Pennsylvania Bar – April 20, 2012
Greg T. Rinckey will be presenting a CLE at the Employment Law Institute held by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute on April 20, 2012 in Philadelphia, PA. Greg’s presentation will cover USERRA rights and give an overview to employment attorneys about …
Army Reserve Reprimands Soldier who Backed Paul
Greg Rinckey’s military law analysis used in this Associated Press Article was picked up by 350+ local and national news sites across the world including the Washington Post, Washington Examiner, Boston Globe, MSNBC, Taiwan News, Stars and Stripes and world …
“Very Familiar With Military Law” – S.D.
“Mr. Rinckey was a life saver. I really gave up that there were no lawyers out there that were familiar with military regulations. Greg was very familiar with military law and was very good keeping me informed with his phone …
Army Improves Help for Sexual Assault Victims
Pvt. Jessica Kenyon was in the Army from 2005 to 2006. In that short time, she says she was raped twice and also forcibly groped by three fellow soldiers. She stayed silent because she feared retaliation and being ostracized, she …
How Staff Sgt. Bales’ Lawyers are Fighting for His Life
Lawyers for Army Staff Sgt. Robert Bales, suspected of killing 16 Afghan civilians, will likely mount a two-pronged defense, military law experts say, attacking the evidence against him while also arguing that his reported combat injuries and mental trauma created …
Military Attorney Greg Rinckey Discusses Whats Next in Afghan Civilian Shooting Case
Tully Rinckey’s Managing Partner Greg Rinckey appears on CNN to provide military law analysis surrounding Army Sgt. Robert Bales who is accused of killing sixteen in Afghanistan. The interview hit the CNN Wire where it was picked up by more …
Motive Remains a Mystery
Like thousands of other American soldiers, Robert Bales joined the army after the September 11th attacks. And like many of those troops, he found himself serving multiple deployments in two different wars while he dealt with injuries both physical and …
A Look at Military Justice in Afghan Killing Case
Featured on 650+ news sites around the world including: ABC News CBS News MSNBC NPR US News and World Report Huffington Post Washington Post Boston Globe Yahoo News Google News Verizon News Miami Herald San Francisco Chronicle Anchorage Daily News …
Attorney Makes a Good Case for an MBA
A look at Greg T. Rinckey’s professional history makes it clear that he is a modern-day Renaissance man. He started out as as a firefighter, and doggedly pursued his dream of becoming an attorney. Along the way, he sandwiched in …
Sexual Assault Lawsuit and Documentary Highlighting Secret Problem in the Military
Rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment are the subject of an eye opening lawsuit filed by eight female service members against the Department of Defense, Marine Corp and Navy. In the complaint, the female plaintiffs accuse fellow service members of …
Brand Power – It’s How You Stand Out in the World
Greg Rinckey is an attorney the same way the Nike swoosh is running shoes or the Big Mac is fast food. “The Rinckey brand means federal employment and military law. I want to be known as the go-to firm for …
Greg Rinckey Discusses Cell Phone Spy Software Legalities
Cell Phone Spying – Legal or Illegal? Albany, NY Lawyer Greg Rinckey of Tully Rinckey provides some legal perspective for a Fox23 special report on the controversial practice of cell phone spying, monitoring, and hacking. Greg Rinckey explains how the …
“Most Amazing Attorneys in the World!” – P.K.
“Non-judgmental, efficient, professional, personable, most amazing attorneys in the world! This is my first experience with attornies and I know in my heart I got the best ones! I do have bragging rights! Keep fighting the good fight!!!” - P.K. …
Hazing Trial is Attributed to Influence of Politician
The civilian attorney for a second Hawaii Marine charged with hazing leading up to the suicide of Lance Cpl. Harry Lew in Afghanistan said Monday the only reason his client is on trial is because Lew’s aunt Judy Chu is …
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 …
“Resolution Was Quite Fair and Timely Received” – R.S.
“Great experience. Resolution was quite fair and timely received. Federal agency was tardy in forwarding settlement draft, but your law firm quickly responded to ensure resolution after I inquired.” – R.S. on Managing Partner Greg Rinckey
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 …
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 …
Harshest Charges in Asian-American GI’s Death May Not Stick, Experts Say
Army prosecutors will be in a tough spot pursuing charges of negligent homicide and involuntary manslaughter against five soldiers in connection with the death of an Asian-American GI whose family and advocates say was the victim of racial taunting, bullying …
Military Lawyer Greg Rinckey Donates Coats to Veterans
CBS 6 stops by and highlights Tully Rinckey’s annual ‘Coats for Veterans’ event where 50 veterans in need received winter coats. Greg Rinckey also surprised the Veteran Community Service Center with a check for their efforts.
Albany New York Law Firm Gives Away Coats to Military Veterans
Greg Rinckey appears on FOX 23 handing out winter coats for vets. It’s part of Tully Rinckey’s annual ‘Coats for Veterans’ campaign. In addition, Rinckey presented a surprise donation check to the Veteran Community Center.
Military Veterans Recieve Holiday Gift of Dickie’s Coats from Albany Law Firm
WTEN picks up on Tully Rinckey’s 2nd Annual ‘Coats for Veteran’s’ event. Greg Rinckey hands out 50 coats to veterans in need this holiday season and suprises the Veteran Community Service Center with a donation check.
Tully Rinckey Presents Coats to Homeless Military Veterans for Holidays
Greg Rinckey and the law firm are recognized on WNYT 13 for their 2nd annual ‘Coats for Veterans’ event. The law firm donated 50 winter coats to veterans in need as well as a donation check to the Veteran Community …
Tully Rinckey Donates Coats to Veterans for the Holidays
YNN showcases Greg Rinckey and Tully Rinckey for their charitable efforts during the law firms’ 2nd annual ‘Coats for Veterans’ campaign. This year Tully Rinckey gave out 50 winter coats to veterans in need as well as a surprise donation …
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 …
Coats for Vets, Christmas Pageants, Toys for Kids
Christmas is the time of year for traditions and giving to others. At the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Albany, the law firm Tully Rinckey partnered with Dickies clothing company to give away 50 coats to veterans. The law firm also donated …
Tully Rinckey Steps Up Efforts to Aid Homeless Veterans
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development recently reported the findings of a one-night survey taken last January that over 636,000 people were homeless nationwide, down 2.1 percent from a year earlier. Veteran homelessness declined even further since January …
VA Can’t Say Definitively Its Nursing Homes Have Bucked Deficiencies: GAO
By Greg T. Rinckey The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs still cannot provide assurances that patient care problems identified years ago at some of its 132 nursing homes have been resolved, according to the federal government’s watchdog agency. In a …
House Passes Bill to Extend Hostile Work Environment Protections to Service Members
By Greg T. Rinckey Service members who felt vulnerable after a federal appellate court earlier this year ruled the Uniformed Service Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) does not protect them from hostile work environments now have reason to be …
Strange Case of Kentucky Soldier Charged with Espionage
American Army Specialist William Millay, a 22-year-old military policeman from Owensboro, Kentucky, stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska has been arrested and is awaiting charges of espionage. Reports from Wave 3 in Louisville, Anchorage Daily News and the Army Times all agree that …
Alaska Solider Accused of Espionage
A US Army soldier working as part of military police in Alaska has been arrested on suspicions of spying according to a US Army official, Reuters reported on Tuesday. Specialist William Colton Millay, 22, was arrested following an investigation by …
Veterans Return Home to Find Tough Luck on the Job Front
Many remain unemployed or are denied promotions and raises because of commitment to country Working under the most unfavorable conditions while serving their country overseas, service members are returning home and receiving an even more unfavorable slap in the face …
The Next Bradley Manning? Not Necessarily
The case of a U.S. Army police officer arrested on espionage charges in Alaska over the weekend immediately got compared to Bradley Manning, the Army intelligence analyst currently facing charges of leaking documents to WikiLeaks, but so far there’s just no …
UCMJ Charges Expected in Espionage Case
An Alaska soldier arrested on suspicion of espionage will face military charges, but he is not expected to be charged in federal criminal court, according to an Army spokesman. Spc. William Colton Millay, a 22-year-old military policeman from Owensboro, Ky., …
KIA Bracelets Receive Corps Commandant’s OK
By Greg T. Rinckey The Marine Corps has backed away from a ban against bracelets honoring fallen comrades. Service members, nevertheless, need to beware that other slight modifications to their uniforms can still get them in trouble. On Oct. 18, …
CAAF Bolsters Alleged Sex Assault Offenders’ Ability to Confront Accusers
By Greg T. Rinckey In a ruling that could have broad impacts on military rape cases involving married victims, a divided U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (CAAF) ruled in U.S. v. Ellerbrock that a military judge violated …
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Greg Rinckey
Greg Rinckey appears live in the WGNA Studios and answers listeners questions on protection orders while living together, child support and pay raises owed after getting laid off.
Explicit Messages, Images Put Careers at Risk
It began with some flirtatious text messages between an advanced individual training instructor and a young female trainee, and it quickly turned physical. The illicit relationship between the staff sergeant, who was almost 40, and the 19-year-old student was their …
Misbehavior by a Sentinel Charge Does Not Apply to Stoners: Navy-Marine Court
By Greg T. Rinckey Congress and the president have an “I told you so” coming their way after a Marine lance corporal avoided conviction for misbehaving as a sentinel despite the fact he bought and smoked hashish while on guard …
“Great Representation” – T.M.
“I received great representation and a fair settlement.” – T.M. on managing partner Greg T. Rinckey
“Absolutely Great” – S.D.B.
“The firm (Mr. Rinckey) was absolutely great. I was able to set up a payment plan to suit my needs and best of all, I was found not guilty. I truly believe that without Mr. Rinckey, I would not have …
Ranks of Super Lawyers at Tully Rinckey Grow in 2011
Providing further proof that Tully Rinckey PLLC is not only growing in size but also in respect among other upstate attorneys, four firm partners have been named “Super Lawyers” by a major brand in lawyer ratings for consumers. Super Lawyers, …
Greg Rinckey Discusses Repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell
Tully Rinckey’s managing partner Greg Rinckey speaks with FOX 23 and discusses the legal debate that follows the end of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.
Greg Rinckey Discusses Repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell
Tully Rinckey’s managing partner Greg Rinckey speaks with YNN about the ending of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell and why a legal debate is just beginning.
Death Investigation Details Hazing
3 Marines will face various charges in their hearing today in Kaneohe Within two weeks of arriving at a new patrol base and being assigned to a new squad in southern Afghanistan, Marine Lance Cpl. Harry Lew fell asleep three …
Dominique Strauss-Kahn – A Free Man
August 23 decision of the Court of appeal was completed on the prosecution of the former head of the IMF Dominique Strauss-Kahn, who was charged with sexual violence. Earlier in the day the Court dropped all charges against the former …
Dealing With Insurance Policies After Hurricane Irene
Tully Rinckey’s Greg Rinckey is called on by WTEN to provide advice for homeowners when dealing with insurance policies. Since more and more claims are being filed after Hurricane Irene there are also a lot of loopholes that can be …
Exam Cheating Sinks Conn. Submariners
By Greg T. Rinckey A new front has emerged in the military’s fight against exam cheaters. This time it involves a Navy submarine, and there are indications the cheating might not be an isolated incident, according to an Associated Press …
USCAAF: Government Cannot Be Coy When Charging Adultery
By Greg T. Rinckey In a significant win for service members’ due process rights, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (USCAAF) on Aug. 8 set aside a Marine drill instructor’s adultery conviction and sentence because the specification …
Military Confronts Rampant Alcohol Abuse
By Greg T. Rinckey More Service Members in Need of Counseling, Effective Legal Representation Military leaders are stepping up efforts to address service members’ alcohol abuse problems, which have spread throughout the armed forces during years of exposure to stressful …
Army Goes After Bad Apples Amid Troop Withdrawals From Iraq/Afghanistan
By Greg T. Rinckey Army soldiers who have managed to avoid getting kicked out of the military despite their illegal drug use or other misconduct will be falling into the crosshairs of commanders whose priorities are being reshuffled as the …
Army Prohibits Use of Prescription Drugs 6 Months after Exp. Date
By Greg T. Rinckey Soldiers need to start paying closer attention to the dispense date on their prescription drugs. Their military careers could be in jeopardy if they use prescription pills more than six months after the dispense date and …
Few Options for Fort Hood Shooting Suspect’s Team
More than two dozen soldiers have testified about the day they were shot at Fort Hood in November 2009. Some told of looking the gunman in the eye as he fired. A Senate investigation’s findings about the suspect: Before the …
Fort Hood Suspect’s Defense Has Few Options
More than two dozen soldiers have testified about the day they were shot in a crowded Fort Hood building in November 2009. Some told of looking the gunman in the eye as he fired. A Senate investigation has announced its …
Fort Hood Suspect’s Defense Has Few Options
More than two dozen soldiers have testified about the day they were shot in a crowded Fort Hood building in November 2009. Some told of looking the gunman in the eye as he fired. A Senate investigation has announced its …
Path Least Taken No More: More Sex Assault Cases Take Court-Martial Route
By Greg T. Rinckey Earlier this year, 17 active duty and veteran service members sued top Pentagon officials for allegedly failing to adequately address sexual assault in the military. The plaintiffs in the case – including 15 women and two …
Coast Guard Convictions Highlight Aggressive Crackdown on Hazing
By Greg T. Rinckey The courts-martial of seven Coast Guardsmen convicted of hazing other sailors are highlighting how the armed forces are demonstrating little restraint in their effort to aggressively enforce a zero-tolerance policy against the brutal and demeaning practice. …
Study Examines Impacts of Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma on Vets
By Greg T. Rinckey A new study sheds light on the impact of a lethal cancer on veterans. The study covers Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma (MPM) and its effect on veterans, particularly Caucasians in their early 70s. The study illustrates the …
Navy Sees Steady Decline in Courts-Martial
Despite a stream of headline-grabbing disciplinary issues, the Navy has over the past decade seen a steady decline in the number of sailors who have faced the most serious court-martial proceedings. The pace and pressure of wartime operations is clearly …
USCAAF: No Smoking Gun Necessary for Desertion Conviction
By Greg T. Rinckey The nation’s highest military court has sent a clear message to service members believing they can avoid desertion convictions by telling no one of their intent to permanently stay away from the military: such smoking gun …
Docs Obtained through FOIA Can’t Be Used for Qui Tam Actions
By Greg T. Rinckey Prospective whistleblowers intent on taking legal actions against contractors who fraudulently bill the U.S. government will have to compile evidence for their cases without documents they requested from federal agencies because of a recent ruling by …
USERRA & the Uniform Service Members Civil Relief Act – May 17, 2011
Presenter: Greg Rinckey, Esq. Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Credits: 1 Credit in Professional Practice. RSVP is required as light fare and nonalcoholic drinks will be provided.
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Legal Questions Raised for US After Bin Laden Killed
Tully Rinckey Managing Partner and military attorney, Greg T. Rinckey, weighs-in on the death of Osama bin Laden, including whether the killing was legal. “There is simply no question this operation was lawful,” said White House Spokesman Jay Carney. The …
“Sound Advice” – P.U.
“Your sound advice, professional team, thoughtful preparation, and solid presentation at trial culminated in a positive outcome for our son, his mom and I, and ultimately the Navy and our country. I have had occasion to work with many firms …
MPs Prepare for the End of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
A military policeman spots two male soldiers in uniform openly kissing and hugging at the post exchange before a woman steps in and slaps one of their faces. What does he do? Welcome to the brave, new post-”don’t ask, don’t …
Military Tribunals – WGY Radio
WGY’s Read Shepherd talks to attorney Greg Rinckey of Tully Rinckey, a former Army JAG, about the differences between putting a defendant on trial before a judge and before a military tribunal. Attorney General Eric Holder has said 9/11 mastermind …
“Wonderful” – L.C.
“Thank you for the wonderful pro bono service” – L.C. on managing partner Greg T. Rinckey
“Looked Out For My Best Interest” – S.E.
“I had final say on settlement and my attorneys always looked out for my best interest. Your Firm provided the perfect fit for my legal needs. Your experience and legal expertise in USERRA cases made the difference in my case.” …
“Team of Experts” – T.W.
“Nice having a team of experts in the field of military rights. Anyone who has an issue regarding their civilian employment or the military I refer to you.” – T.W.
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“I am impressed and supportive of Greg Rinckey because of his military background and service” – P.S. on managing partner Greg T. Rinckey
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“Very pleased with services and arrangements. Greg has been a valuable and calming influence in helping me deal with my issue.” – E.C. on managing partner Greg T. Rinckey
Former Military Lawyers Question Wisdom of Hasan Defense Attorney Blogging About Case
One of America’s highest-profile murder cases gained further notoriety last week when the defense attorney for Major Nidal Hasan, the man accused of killing 13 and wounding 30 in a November shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, publicly expressed his indignation …
Legal Issues Impacting U.S. Veterans
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Legal Issues Impacting U.S. Veterans – Greg T. Rinckey to Participate in Panel Discussion at Albany Law School February 28, 2011 – Albany, N.Y. …
Massive Medicare Fraud Sting Should Embolden Whistleblowers
By Greg T. Rinckey Federal authorities upped the ante in their effort to curb Medicare fraud by carrying out Thursday the largest U.S. health care take down. The nine-city sting operation led by the Medicare Fraud Strike Force netted 111 …
“Successful Outcome” – S.R.
“I would like to thank Mr. Greg Rinckey of Tully Rinckey for the efficient and professional service I received with respect to a recent military matter. I would also like to thank his paralegal for keeping my family and I …
Rise in divorce due to facebook – PYX106
Tully Rinckey Managing Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, discusses the rise of divorce cases where social media sites, like Facebook, are cited as evidence of infidelity.
Panel Discussion on Legal Issues Affecting U.S. Veterans
Three student organizations will hold an event to explore the law as it relates to more than 34 million U.S. military veterans and surviving spouses on Monday, Feb. 28, at 7:00 p.m. in Albany Law School’s Mathew Bender Courtroom. A …
Park Police Chief Case Shows Complexities Whistleblowers Face in Talking to the Press
By Greg T. Rinckey Almost seven years after a U.S. Park Police chief lost her job after talking to a Washington Post reporter about her agency’s dire need for additional resources, the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board last month ruled …
Capital Region Reacts to “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
The military’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy is on its way out after Saturday’s historic Senate vote. “This is a great day for America. It means that those gay and lesbian service members who are in now, who will come …
Albany-Colonie Chamber Names Board
Alan Krafchin, president and CEO of the Center for Disability Services in Albany, New York, has been elected chairman of the Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce. Other officers include: Andrew J. Matonak, president of Hudson Valley Community College, Troy, vice …
Hasan’s Attorney Has Limited Options
Veteran military attorneys say they think a capital murder trial is a virtual certainty for Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, the Army psychiatrist charged with killing 13 people and wounding 32 others last year in a rampage at Fort Hood. They …
Unconventional Wisdom
Tully Rinckey Managing Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, discusses a possible repeal of the military’s controversial “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy.
Court Orders Injunction Against ‘Don’t Ask’ Enforcement
A California federal court on Tuesday granted an injunction against the enforcement of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” throughout the United States and across the globe. U.S. District Judge Virginia Phillips confirmed her earlier opinion in September against “Don’t Ask, Don’t …
Judge Orders Injunction Barring ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Enforcement
A federal judge issued a worldwide injunction Tuesday stopping enforcement of the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy, ending the military’s 17-year-old ban on openly gay troops. U.S. District Judge Virginia Phillips’ landmark ruling was widely cheered by gay rights organizations …
Federal Judge Orders Immediate Halt to ‘Don’t ask, Don’t tell’ Ban on Openly Gay Troops
A federal judge ordered the Pentagon Tuesday to immediately quit firing gay and lesbian soldiers, striking down the military’s controversial “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy. California District Court Judge Virginia Phillips ordered the military to stop all investigations and discharges …
Legal Process Starts for Fort Hood Defendant
The 2007 file photo provided by the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences shows Nidal Malik Hasan when he entered the program for his Disaster and Military Psychiatry Fellowship. Hasan, 39, is accused of killing 13 people on Nov. …
Supreme Court Case Involving Westboro Baptist Church
Tully Rinckey Managing Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, weighs in on the Supreme Court case involving the Westboro Baptist Church, a group known for protesting at military funerals.
Westboro Protests SEAL Funeral Procession
As if to remind the everyone of why they are appearing as defendants in a case before the U.S. Supreme Court Oct. 6, members of a controversial church that protests at the funerals of fallen American troops demonstrated yesterday along …
Major Nidal Hasan’s Court Martial to Proceed in October 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Major Nidal Hasan’s Court Martial to Proceed in October 2010 – Article 32 Hearing Greatly Differs From Civilian Premeditated Murder Trial What: On November …
Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell
Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell ruling has gay service members wondering “what’s next?” Tully Rinckey Managing Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, explains what this means for service members.
Judge Shoots Down “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”; Gays Seek Legal Options
A federal judge has ruled the military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy is unconstitutional, and one local law firm that specializes in military matters says former service members are already exploring their legal options. Greg Rinckey, with the Albany-based Tully …
DADT Ruling Could Spur Senate to Act
Gay-rights advocates pleased, but wary of what the government might do next Now that a federal judge in California has ruled “don’t ask, don’t tell” is unconstitutional and violates the First and Fifth Amendment rights of gays of lesbians, gay-rights …
What Post-9/11 Tuition and Housing Rate Changes Mean to You
Last week, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced changes to Post-9/11 GI Bill tuition payments as well as housing allowance rates. Many Post-9/11 GI Bill recipients will likely welcome the new rates, as a number of them will see …
G.I. Bill Affords Law Partner with Life-Changing Experience
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) In what turned out to be an eye-opening experience about fierce international competition, Managing Partner Greg T. Rinckey has returned from ten day trip …
Booted Gays Consider Service after DADT
Former Air Force Maj. Mike Almy was deployed to Iraq in early 2003 when he sent what he thought was an innocuous note to his partner back home using military e-mail. Months later, his chain of command deemed the content …
Driving Drunk With Pets in the Car
Tully Rinckey Managing Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, talks with YNN reporter about actor accused of driving drunk with pet in the car.
Greg T. Rinckey provides legal commentary on the sentencing of Joseph Bruno
Tully Rinckey Managing Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, provides legal commentary on the sentencing of Joseph Bruno.
WBZZ’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Greg Rinckey
Tully Rinckey Founding Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, appears in studio on WBZZ’s weekly “Ask the Lawyer” segment.
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Greg Rinckey
Tully Rinckey Founding Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, appears in studio on WGNA’s weekly “Ask the Lawyer” segment.
Reaction to Possible Repeal of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
For the first time, a sitting chairman of the joint chiefs of staff says allowing gays to openly serve in the military would be the right thing to do. Some we found in Albany agree that the time has come. …
WBZZ’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Greg Rinckey
Tully Rinckey Founding Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, appears in studio on WBZZ’s weekly “Ask the Lawyer” segment.
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Greg Rinckey
Tully Rinckey Founding Partner, Greg T. Rinckey, appears in studio on WGNA’s weekly “Ask the Lawyer” segment.
How to Manage Poor Performers
Managing employee performance is an important part of a supervisor’s role. A poor-performing employee can lower office morale and decrease overall productivity. Recently, two government leaders made recommendations regarding poor-performing federal employees. Both recommendations acknowledge that poor performance is an …
Avoid the Pitfalls of Holiday Office Parties
Throwing an office holiday party can be a welcome time to boost employee morale, but be mindful of the legal pitfalls that can lurk in the holiday cheer. From the punch bowl to the dance floor, liabilities exist for you …
Greg Rinckey, Managing Partner at Tully Rinckey, Named a Super Lawyer
Greg Rinckey, Esq., managing partner of Tully Rinckey, PLLC, was recently named a Super Lawyer by New York Super Lawyers-Upstate Edition magazine. Super Lawyers is a listing of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a …
WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” – Greg Rinckey
Tully Rinckey Managing Partner, Greg Rinckey, appears in studio on WGNA’s “Ask the Lawyer” segment.
Greg Rinckey on WGNA Radio
Albany attorney Greg T. Rinckey provides guidance on where to file for divorce, liability, and the importance of reviewing contracts on WGNA’s Sean & Richie Show.
Rinckey Featured on Federal Employment Law Panel
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Rinckey Featured on Federal Employment Law Panel March 26, 2009 – Washington, DC – On April 2, the Federal Circuit Bar Association’s Merit Systems …
Workers Expect Changes Under Obama
It’s not a guarantee, but many are expecting to see a shift in policies when it comes to the workplace and employee rights under an Obama administration. President Obama wasn’t wowing anyone with his dance moves at the inaugural balls, …
Local Attorney Questions Gitmo Trial Delay
The Associated Press is reporting Obama would like to close the detention center at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba within a year. In the meantime he’s putting a stop to any of the trials going on there. Lawyer Greg Rinckey of …
Sailor: Tea, Not Drugs, Made Me Pop Positive
They weren’t really doing lines of cocaine — they were just drinking some herbal tea. That’s what Air Traffic Controllers 2nd Class Javier Trevino and Sean Lee claimed after both popped positive for cocaine during random drug tests last summer. …
Local Lawyer Cleared for Guantanamo Work
Attorney Greg Rinckey, a former JAG officer, is among a small group of lawyers who have been approved to serve as civilian defense counsel to detainees at Guantanamo Bay. The recognition by the Department of Defense — only about 20 …
Greg Rinckey on WGY Radio
Retired JAG officer and military defense attorney Greg T. Rinckey is one of a small group of lawyers chosen to represent detainees of Guantanamo Bay.
Herbal Tea Jeopardizes Sailor’s Future
Air-traffic controller fails drug test, convicted in court-martial Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Javier Trevino blames herbal tea for his court-martial conviction. There’s nothing like a nice cup of tea to relax, Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Javier Trevino used …
Albany Law Adding Classes on the Business of Being a Lawyer
Nathan Sabourin, like most law school students, spent his time at Albany Law School focused on one goal: passing the bar exam. Now, three months into a job at the Albany law firm Couch White LLP, the 30-year-old Sabourin realizes …
Greg Rinckey Reacts to Acquittal of National Guardsman
Military Attorney Greg T. Rinckey reacts to acquittal of National Guardsman in court martial murder trial.
January 2009 Editon of the Albany County Bar Newsletter
Mathew B. Tully and Greg T. Rinckey have been selected to instruct the newly developed Law Practice Management course at Albany Law School. This is the first time that Albany Law School will have a course focused on the business …
Fighting War and for Custody
Army Sgt. Stephanie Greer was serving with a vehicle-maintenance unit in the volatile Iraqi city of Ramadi, part of President Bush’s “surge” strategy to stabilize the country, when she learned of a far-off and most unexpected battle: Her estranged husband …
Tully Rinckey PLLC & Albany Family Court Children’s Center
For the second year in a row, Capital Region law firm Tully Rinckey PLLC has joined Albany County Family Court in ensuring a merry Christmas for local families through participation in the Court’s eighth annual Adopt-a-Family program. The program is …
Analysts: ‘Fragging’ Verdict Shows System Works
A soldier’s exoneration in the bombing deaths of two superiors in Iraq shows military juries are not just “rubber stamps” for commanders and can be independent thinkers, legal analysts said Friday. A Fort Bragg jury on Thursday found New York …
Widows of Fragging Victims Said They Had Refused to Consider a Plea Deal
The widows of two Army officers slain in Iraq three years ago said they had refused to consider a plea deal for the soldier accused of killing their husbands because they wanted the truth to come out. That man, Staff …
Analysists: ‘Fragging’ Verdict Shows System Works
Legal experts say a military jury’s acquittal of a New York Army National Guard sergeant accused of killing superiors shows the military justice system works. A Fort Bragg jury acquitted Staff Sgt. Alberto Martinez on Thursday of two counts of …
Families Wonder if Slain Soldiers Would Have Lived if Threats Had Been Reported
As the jury deliberates whether Staff Sgt. Alberto Martinez is guilty of murdering two superior officers in Iraq, their families wonder if their loved ones would have lived if alert soldiers had voiced their misgivings about the accused. Witness after …
Martinez Not Guilty
It’s one of the first fragging cases of the Iraq War. Staff Sgt. Alberto Martinez of Troy, and member of the 42nd Infantry Division, stood trial for the murder of two Superiors: Captain Phillip Espisito of Suffern and Lt. Louis …
Greg Rinckey Reacts to Acquittal of National Guardsman
Military Attorney Greg T. Rinckey reacts to acquittal of National Guardsman in court martial murder trial.
Closing Arguments in Martinez Case
The prosecuting attorney arguing the case in the trial of Staff Sergeant Alberto Martinez says witness testimony proves the soldier’s guilt. The Troy-area soldier is accused of killing his two superior officers in Iraq by detonating a mine in their …
Business Side of Law Focus of New Albany Law Course
Tully Rinckey PLLC is pleased to announce that founding partner Mathew B. Tully, Esq. and managing partner Greg T. Rinckey, Esq. have been selected to instruct the newly developed Law Practice Management course at Albany Law School. This is the …
Greg Rinckey on WGY Radio
Greg T. Rinckey discusses USERRA and veteran employment rights with Al Roney of WGY on Veterans’ Day.
Tully Rinckey PLLC Named One of the Best Places to Work
Tully Rinckey PLLC has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in the Capital Region” by The Business Review for 2008. This is the third time since 2005 that the law firm has been honored with this achievement. …
Officer Widows Testify in Murder Trial of First Soldier in Iraq Accused of Killing Superiors
The widows of two military officers killed by an anti-personnel mine in their quarters in Iraq testified briefly Thursday in the court-martial of the New York National Guard soldier charged in their deaths. Staff Sgt. Alberto B. Martinez, 41, of …
Court-martial Begins in Suffern Army Captain’s Slaying
Staff Sgt. Alberto Martinez was conducting a “personal war within a war” when he planned and executed the murders of his two superior officers in Iraq in 2005, the prosecution said in opening statements in Martinez’s death penalty court-martial. Capt. …
Fort Bragg Trial to Start in ‘Fragging’ Case
The court martial of the first soldier accused of killing a direct superior in Iraq — known as “fragging” during the Vietnam War — opens Wednesday, three years after a suspicious blast tore through the living quarters of two National …
Sergeant’s Trial Starts Tuesday
National Guardsman Alberto Martinez could face death penalty if convicted in killing of 2 officers The next U.S president could decide the fate of Staff Sgt. Alberto Martinez of Schaghticoke. The 40-year-old National Guardsman from Rensselaer County will go on …
Murder Trial of Iraq “Fragging” Incident Begins on Tuesday in Fort Bragg
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Murder Trial of Iraq “Fragging” Incident Begins on Tuesday in Fort Bragg What: The murder trial of the National Guardsman accused of what the …
On the bright side: Tully Rinckey donates $1,000 for children
Tully Rinckey donated $1,000 in support of the 2008 Greater Capital District Ride for Missing Children. The event honors the memory of missing children and aims to increase public awareness of the plight of all missing and exploited children and …
Tully Rinckey PLLC Donates $1000 to National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Tully Rinckey PLLC is pleased to announce its donation of $1000 in support of the 2008 Greater Capital District Ride for Missing Children. The event honors the memory of missing children and aims to increase public awareness of the plight …
Tully Rinckey PLLC Donates $1000 to National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Tully Rinckey PLLC Donates $1000 to National Center for Missing & Exploited Children September 22, 2008 – Albany, NY – Tully Rinckey PLLC is …
Tully Rinckey PLLC Ranks Among Top 10 Law Firms in the Capital Region
Tully Rinckey PLLC was recently named one of the Top 10 largest law firms in the Capital Region of New York State by The Business Review. The firm ranked eighth among 50 other law firms within the area. Tully Rinckey …
Independence Day Show: The Laws of War
In honor of the July 4th holiday, we thought it would be appropriate to do a show discussing the laws surrounding war. The way war is fought today is very different than how it was fought during the American Revolution, …
Legal Ethics: Do Attorneys Have the Right of Free Speech?
During the show tonight, the area of attorney advertising was discussed and what lawyers are allowed to say and what constitutes as advertising for themselves and for their firm. For me, the real question is whether lawyers can ever truly …
EEO Rulings to Get Tougher, Quicker
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission last week proposed allowing agencies to experiment with newer, quicker ways of processing equal employment opportunity complaints. “Often agencies are in a good position to tell us what works best for them,” said Equal Employment …
Tully Rinckey PLLC Celebrates New Office at Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Tully Rinckey PLLC Celebrates New Office at Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony – Nearly $4,000 Raised For Schenectady County SPCA From left to right: Town of Colonie …
EEOC Provides Practical Information for Employers and Severely Injured Veterans
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) EEOC Provides Practical Information for Employers and Severely Injured Veterans March 5, 2008 – Albany, NY – The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) …
Soldier Loses Custody of Child After Iraq Tour
Advocates for military families say a growing number of soldiers are losing custody of their children, not because they’re bad parents but because they’ve been deployed overseas to Iraq and Afghanistan. A bill signed by President Bush last month strengthens …
Defense Bill Recognizes Custodial Rights of Military Parents
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Defense Bill Recognizes Custodial Rights of Military Parents January 31, 2008 – Washington, DC – A bill signed into effect this week by President …
Her Toughest Battle
Tanya Towne says she lost everything in Iraq, starting with physical custody of her first child. Before Towne’s 2004 deployment, a Montgomery County Family Court judge gave her son, Derrell Diffin, to her first husband because she was being sent …
Soldier Returns Home to Custody Battle
Tanya Towne couldn’t wait to finish her mission in Iraq to return to her mission back home as mom to two young sons. While she was deployed, her youngest lived with his father, Towne’s husband at the time. Custody of …
Court Decision May Imperil Servicemembers’ Custody Rights
A Jan. 3 ruling by the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court in a child custody case could have a wide-ranging impact, undermining the rights of parents enlisted in the reserves. In the case, Diffin v. Towne, …
Local Mother Who Served in Iraq Says She Will Fight for Custody of Her Son
An Iraq war veteran said Monday she will continue to fight for her son after losing an appeal for his custody last week. The Appellate Division of the state Supreme Court ruled against Canajoharie resident Tanya Towne in her appeal …
Court Decision Strips Iraq Veteran of Child Custody
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Court Decision Strips Iraq Veteran of Child Custody January 4, 2008 – Albany, NY – On January 3, the Appellate Division of the New …
Albany Family Court Children’s Center & Tully Rinckey, PLLC Offer Families the Chance for a Christmas Celebration
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Albany Family Court Children’s Center & Tully Rinckey, PLLC Offer Families the Chance for a Christmas Celebration December 20, 2007 – Albany, NY – …
Iraq Vet Has Full Supply of Grit
In 2004, the Army Reserve captain left her executive assistant job at the hotel and conference center to volunteer for overseas duty as a supply route coordinator. Now, three years later, she has returned home to Latham to replace her …
Tully Law Firm Adds Office in D.C.
An Albany law firm will be adding offices in Washington, D.C. early next year, buoyed by a recent contract with the largest union of federal employees in the country. Tully Rinckey & Associates PLLC plans to open a Washington office …
Tully Rinckey, PLLC named one of the Best Places to Work
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Tully Rinckey, PLLC named one of the Best Places to Work - Award Marks Second Achievement as a Leading Capital Region Employer in Three …
Capital Region Attorney Signed as Nationally Syndicated Columnist
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Capital Region Attorney Signed as Nationally Syndicated Columnist October 9, 2007– Albany, NY – Greg T. Rinckey, the Managing Partner of Tully Rinckey PLLC …
Five Questions – Greg Rinckey
Greg T. Rinckey, 33, is a lawyer from Delmar who works with the firm Tully, Rinckey & Associates. He served with the U.S. Army’s Judge Advocate General Corps until 2004. He is speaking out against the possibility he may be …
JAG Lawyer Wants Army to Leave Him Alone
One Albany attorney says he thought his days as a JAG lawyer were behind him. Now, there’s word that the United States Army could be calling him and thousands of others back to duty. Greg Rinckey works in his Albany …
Rinckey Named to Appellate Division’s Prestigious Character and Fitness Committee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Graig Cortelyou, Chief Marketing Officer gcortelyou@1888law4life.com (518) 640-1243 (Office) (518) 755-7413 (Cell) Rinckey Named to Appellate Division’s Prestigious Character and Fitness Committee July 5, 2007 – Albany, New York – Greg T. Rinckey, Managing Partner in …
Albany Law Firm Tully Rinckey Opens Second Location
Albany, N.Y., law firm Tully Rinckey & Associates PLLC is opening a second law office at 427 New Karner Rd. The four-year old firm currently has offices at 3 Wembley Court. The new offices will house 12 people working in …
Law Firm Recognized for its Women Attorneys
One of the region’s fastest growing law firms, Tully Rinckey PLLC, has been recognized by the Business Review as one of the top employers of Women attorneys as a percentage According to the 2004 National Association for Law Placement survey, …
Reservist Compensated for Improperly Charged Leave
The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) made a landmark ruling in that as many as 100,000 current and former federal employees, who served in the military reserves from 1994 through 2000, are entitled to receive compensation for which they were …
Reservists Win Ruling on Use of Leave
Federal workers who served in the military reserves between 1994 and 2000 may be eligible for retroactive compensation because of a July 15 ruling by the Merit Systems Protection Board. A group of employees filed a claim with MSPB, alleging …
Greg Rinckey’s New York Supreme Court Appeal Victory
Appeal from an order of the Family Court of Warren County (Breen, J.), entered October 6, 2003, which, inter alia, granted petitioner’s application, in a proceeding pursuant to Family Ct Act article 4, to find respondent in willful violation of …
