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the State of New York recently passed a bill closing what many considered a “loophole” in the state’s laws protecting employees against wage theft. Previously, while labor law in New York made it unlawful to withhold portions of an employee’s wage, it was unclear under what circumstances employers could seek exemption. The explicit purpose of Senate Bill S858 is “to clarify that Article 6 of New York’s Labor Law completely and without exception prohibits lack of distribution of earned wages.”

a brief summary of how COVID-19 has impacted Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims

a brief summary of COVID-19 as a Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Claim

the expansion of facial recognition technology is moving faster than the law can keep up with.

when involved in a car accident, several laws and legal procedures need to be followed and are often time-bound. A car accident lawyer can assist with these and ensure victims get the compensation they are legally entitled to.

according to the National Mental Health Centre, one out of ten Americans suffers trauma during their lifetime. A significant percentage of this group goes on to develop PTSD symptoms immediately or months after a traumatic event.

the military used 3M earplugs for the military members from 2003-2015. Many of those protecting us were not protected by the earplugs. Hearing loss and/or tinnitus is rampant among military members because of the errors by 3M. It is important to hold 3M accountable and get the compensation our brave men and women of the military deserve.

our firefighters have fought to protect us from fires and manufacturers of the products meant to protect us are harming the firefighters who use them. Many have been diagnosed with cancer after exposure to AFFF. It is time to hold the manufacturers accountable.

many people sought relief of heartburn by taking Zantac. Unfortunately, it left many victims and their families with heartache. Dozens of cancers are linked to taking Zantac. If you or a loved one took Zantac and later was diagnosed with cancer, act immediately before time runs out.

a Roselle Park, New Jersey Municipal Court Judge, Gary Bundy, recently ruled that Patricia Dilascio, a homeowner, violated a local ordinance by displaying various banners in her backyard stating, “Fuck Biden,” “Socialism Sucks Biden Blows,” “Fuck Biden, Not My President” Another banner read, “Fuck Biden” with a picture of Donald Trump raising both of his middle fingers. Bundy ordered the homeowner to remove the signs with “profanities” within a week or face a $250-a-day fine. Did Bundy’s order violate the homeowner’s First Amendment right of Free Speech? Most likely

hernia mesh is suppose to help people with hernias get their lives back. Unfortunately, many mesh products are defective and cause people more harm than good. Additional surgeries to remove the defective mesh or revise the defective mesh are needed.

answers to mesothelioma frequently asked questions

talcum powder has been linked to cancer and the result has be devastating for many women and their families. Manufacturers, such as Johnson & Johnson, must be held accountable. The time to act is now before it is too late to file a claim.

a local government may not prohibit political signs displaying curse words

an Article discussing the different Protection Orders available in Nebraska and information about filing for a Protection Order without an Attorney.

an Article discussing the options available to get divorced in Nebraska and providing information about filing for divorce in Nebraska without an Attorney.

why has Roger Stone become a critic in NFL concussion settlement?

an Article listing 5 important reasons why young adults would benefit from Estate Planning.

an Article discussing Durable and Healthcare Power of Attorney documentation in Nebraska and their functions and benefits.

a year after the process for compensating former National Football League players under the $1 billion settlement agreement officially began, calls that the administrative process is too slow and clandestine have begun to mount.