Year: 2023
Workplace accommodations for people with ADHD
Attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common and, in some ways, debilitating disability afflicting people in New York and across the country. It can cause reading comprehension and executive management issues. In some instances, these issues can greatly impact a person’s job performance. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can provide limited relief for some […]
read moreAvoid social media after a New York car crash
Forbes Advisor reported that 100,508 motor vehicle accidents occurred in New York in 2022. Out of those 100,508 accidents, 37,848 resulted in death or injury. Motor vehicle accidents sometimes result in personal injury claims when victims seek compensation for their damages. Social media use during this time can hurt your case, so you might want […]
read morePilots and DUI in NY
Pilots charged with a DUI in New York face the risk of losing their pilot’s license. Anyone with a DUI conviction may have difficulty obtaining a professional piloting license in the future. A misdemeanor DUI in NY is considered an instance of professional misconduct, automatically requiring a hearing over retaining the license and the ability […]
read moreThe role judges play in plea deals
Judges are involved with helping defendants out with plea bargains. They play a major role when a defendant pleads guilty to a crime. Here are the most common ways they deal with plea agreement matters in Albany, New York. Evaluating if a guilty plea is constitutional The judge in charge of your court case will […]
read moreTypes of bullying your child might face in New York schools
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 14% of public schools say school bullying is a problem. If your child is the target of a bully in a New York school, your child might show symptoms such as depression, anxiety or failing grades. There are also several types of bullying your child […]
read moreThree ways for parents to protect bullied LGBTQ+ children
Understandably, New York parents want to do everything to protect their children. That’s why it can be extremely upsetting to learn your child is the victim of bullying. While schools nationwide try to prevent bullying, it remains a major problem for LGBTQ+ children. One study found that LGBTO+ children are victims of bullying about twice […]
read moreAuto accidents can cause unexpected damage like bladder injuries
When there is an auto accident in New York and people think about potential injuries, they are likely to focus on the obvious. That includes broken bones, head injuries, back injuries, cuts and bruises. However, internal injuries can also happen. While it might sound odd, people could suffer bladder issues. If this happens, it can […]
read moreLost wages after an auto accident ?
It is not uncommon for a person who gets into a car accident on New York roads to miss some time from work. However, missing time from work means not getting a paycheck. For many, missing just one paycheck is enough to create a difficult financial situation. Accident victims don’t only have to cover their […]
read moreUnderstanding Jacobe’s law and how it relates to school bullying
No child wants to be the target of bullies. Sadly, school bullying happens all too often and affects kids in lasting, damaging ways. Now, New York lawmakers are calling for a bill known as “Jacobe’s Law” to pass as a way to help with this problem. About Jacobe’s Law The bill that, if passed, known […]
read moreStatistics on school bullying and how it affects kids
It’s heartbreaking for any New York parent to learn that their child is being bullied. Sadly, school bullying occurs more often than many think. These are some statistics on bullying and how it affects kids. Rates of school bullying Although many people don’t think it happens to their kids, school bullying occurs at an alarming rate. According […]
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