Pregnant Workers Fairness Act starts Tuesday
ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) — Whether it’s fatigue, back aches or having to run to the bathroom a little more than usual, being pregnant certainly comes with its fair share of…
Ban on non-compete clauses awaits Gov. Hochul’s signature
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Non-compete agreements are clauses in employment contracts meant to stop employees from taking another job or starting a business in the same sector they work,…
Cannabis Conundrum: getting you the green is not as easy as it seems
Hundreds of farmers said they’re at their wit’s end, because of the lack of licensed cannabis dispensaries in New York state. Many industry experts say the marijuana many…
What are the rights of a migrant? New York attorney dispels misconceptions
With tens of thousands of migrants now living in the state, many might be wondering what types of protections and rights they’re given by law. While several counties have…
Cannabis lawyer and pot farmer share latest on NY market
CAPITAL REGION, N.Y. (NEWS10) — There are some growing concerns from New York pot farmers who have more crop than they can sell, as the state’s recreational marijuana market…
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…
Albany midwifery accused of destroying COVID vaccine vials
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Employees and the owner of a local midwife practice are facing federal charges over allegedly running a fraudulent COVID-19 vaccine clinic. This is among…
New York Animal (Pet) Custody: Who Gets Custody of Your Pet if You Break Up?
Pet ownership is more prevalent than ever these days, with post-pandemic loneliness encouraging many New Yorkers to add another four-legged friend to their family unit. According…
Finger Lakes Region left out of court’s cannabis ruling: What’s next?
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A federal appeals court has lifted an ongoing injunction placed on five New York regions, except the Finger Lakes, when it comes to the eligibility of…
Will Recent Cannabis Litigation Halt New York’s Recreational Cannabis Sale Rollout?
A federal judge in the Northern District of New York has temporarily halted the issuance of the state’s first conditional adult-use retail dispensary (CAURD) licenses in…