How the Role of an Attorney Is Important for a Child in Divorce, Custody Disputes
When families go through divorce or custody disputes, children often find themselves caught in the middle of the issues. In New York State, the legal system recognizes that minors…
How Mobile Sports Wagering Can Negatively Impact Family Relationships
Since the legalization of mobile sports wagering in New York State in 2022, New York has collected billions in taxes from mobile betting. While New York has allowed legal gambling…
What is ‘Gray Divorce’ and How Can It Affect Assets and Retirement Planning?
More couples in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are choosing to end their long-term marriages, commonly referred to as “gray divorce.” Statistics about gray divorce, according to…
What to Do if You are Misclassified as an Independent Contractor
Are you unsure if you are an employee or an independent contractor? It is not uncommon that actual employees are misclassified as independent contractors, and then denied their…
A Holiday Guide to Staying Safe with an Order of Protection
The holiday season is often a time of joy, family and celebration. However, for many families there may be increased emotional strain, financial pressure, and disrupted routines…
Co-Parenting Tips for a Joyful Holiday Season
The holidays should be a time of significant joy, yet absent careful planning, they can quickly become stressful for everyone involved when co-parenting is part of the equation.…
Good News for Federal Employees With MSPB Appeals
With the longest federal government shutdown in history now over, the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) can get back to work handling federal employee appeals. Faced with the…
Special Education Due-Process Complaints in New York: A Guide for Parents
When discussions between a parent and a school district fail to resolve disagreements about a student’s right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE), the next step may be…
The Blockchain Breakup: What to Know About Cryptocurrency in a New York State Divorce
By 2030, the cryptocurrency market is projected to exceed $3 trillion in global value. As digital assets become increasingly prevalent, understanding how such holdings are…
Thank a Veteran! Then Hire One to Become Eligible for a Tax Break
On this Veterans Day, it’s important to remember the sacrifices our military members have made to keep our country safe. It is also important to thank our veterans for their…