Union Representation Rights in New York: What Workers Should Know
Workers in New York have clear legal rights for union involvement. If you’re already in a union or considering forming one, you’re entitled to engage in collective…
Security Clearances and Guideline M: Online Sports Betting as a Security Risk
A 2018 SCOTUS decision (Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association) enabled states to govern sports gambling for themselves. Many opted in. This, combined with the…
Yes, Even Legal Sports Betting Could Affect Your Security Clearance: Finances and Personal Conduct
Online sports betting presents security concerns which fall under multiple guidelines. As is sometimes the case, a specific security concern may apply to multiple guidelines. A…
What to Do if You’re Falsely Accused of Using AI to Cheat in College
Inappropriately using generative AI (GenAI) to complete assignments or take exams is prohibited by most colleges and universities as “falsifying academic materials” or…
Does Marijuana Reclassification Affect Me? What President Trump’s Executive Order on Marijuana Reclassification Means for Security Clearance Holders
Marijuana, or its derivative THC, continues to be a treacherous quagmire for security clearance holders and adjudicators alike. The latest complication of this quagmire…
Top 6 Ways to Protect Your Security Clearance in 2026: Financial Issues and ‘Guideline F’
The latest government shutdown has left the news cycle, but the impact—and anxieties—remain for many Federal employees and contractors. Those whose careers depend upon…
Generative AI at the DoW: Your Responsibilities Under the UCMJ
On December 9, 2025, the Secretary of War issued a memo that should’ve landed on your screen whether you’re an E-4 working logistics, a butter bar in a TOC, or a GS-13 in…
Are Non-Compete Clauses Enforceable in Maryland? What to Look for Before You Sign
We have all been through the process of new employment – you receive the offer, review the compensation and benefits package, and are ready to accept. Then, while reviewing the…
Surprise Heirs and Estate Planning in New York State
The rising popularity of at-home DNA testing kits is bringing consequences to an area its many users might not have anticipated: estate planning. Online services such as 23andMe…
Preparing for the Preliminary Conference: What to Expect in New York Divorce Court
For many, the preliminary conference is the first time their divorce feels “real.” It is the first appearance in the courthouse, the first time they will be on the record, and…