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…
The Interactive Process: A Smart, Lawful Path to Effective Federal Workplace Accommodation
Federal agencies face real operational demands. Federal employees faced with medical conditions want to contribute and thrive. The interactive process is the bridge between those…
Service Animals at Work: Employee Rights Vs. Employer Responsibilities in New York State
As more employees seek workplace accommodations that support their health, employers are increasingly navigating requests to bring service animals into the workplace. Legal…
Ask the Attorney: Mental Health and ROTC Enrollment
I’m a contracted cadet struggling with mental health issues. Won’t I get kicked out of ROTC if I get treatment or go to therapy? Will I need to pay back my scholarship if…
What Federal Employees Need to Know About OPM’s New RIF and Appeals Rules
Newly finalized Office of Personnel Management (OPM) regulations could dramatically alter how federal employees challenge personnel actions, appeal agency decisions, and protect…
New York Criminal Cases and Social Media: When Online Posts Become Evidence
In today’s digital world, social media activity can create a permanent record for users with consequences that extend beyond the online world and into the courtroom. In New…