I Got Arrested: What Are My Rights in New York State?
An arrest can be one of the most stressful and overwhelming experiences a person will ever face. In the moments after being taken into custody, it is easy to feel confused about…
The Bottom Line of Guideline F: Your Personal Finances Impact Your Security Clearance Eligibility
Adopting a Lifestyle Compatible with Classified Work One of the more painful moments for a security clearance lawyer is watching Department Counsel, sworn to strip your client’s…
Your Child Is Being Bullied: When Should You Call an Education Lawyer?
If your child’s school ignores a bullying complaint, your options as a parent become increasingly limited. Learning where the legal obligations of a school begin, and what…
What Employees and Employers Need to Know About Proposed Overhaul of Federal Employee Discipline Rules
A proposed rule from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) could, if finalized, significantly reshape how federal agencies address…
Can I Get Security Clearance Without a Sponsor? Getting Your Foot in the Door
When it comes to obtaining a security clearance, you absolutely must have a sponsor. A Security Clearance is not like a Driver’s License, which is issued to an individual who…
National Whistleblower Day 2026: Understanding the Whistleblower Protection Act and Federal Employees’ Rights Against Retaliation
Federal employees are often the first to discover waste, fraud, abuse, safety concerns, or other misconduct within government agencies. Recognizing the important role these…
Partition Actions in New York State: What Joint Property Owners Need to Know
Do you co-own property in New York state, but can’t agree on what to do with it? You may have more leverage than you think. When multiple parties own real estate together in New…
How Does Child Support Work in New York State?
When a marriage in New York state ends, a couple’s financial responsibilities to their children do not end with it. What changes is how that obligation is calculated,…
Ask the Attorney: Marijuana and the Military
I’m in the military and marijuana is legal in my state. Now that Cannabis is supposed to be rescheduled, does that mean I’m cleared to use marijuana? April 22, 2026, the…
What Virginia Employees Should Know About New Non-Compete Restrictions
Virginia continues to narrow the enforceability of employee non-compete agreements. Beginning July 1, 2026, new legislation significantly expands protections for workers by…