Numerous state and federal laws protect the rights of employees. Workers in New York shouldn't have to worry about discrimination or an unsafe work environment. Various statutes establish standards for employment conditions and protect the rights of workers to assert...
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Year: 2024
What is a misdemeanor?
Crimes classified as less severe than felonies are called misdemeanors. Typically, a jail term is imposed instead of a prison sentence as punishment for misdemeanors. The seriousness of an offense determines how long a defendant can potentially be imprisoned in the...
Evidence needed to prove liability after a car accident
If you are involved in a car accident, it can be challenging to know what to do. The scene may be chaotic, and you may be injured. If you are so injured that all you can do is wait for emergency services, don’t worry about anything else. But, if you’re well enough to...
School bullying is different in 2024
Bullying in school has always been an issue, but it’s not the same as it once was. If you’re a parent who has children in school now, you may have grown up in the 1980s or 1990s. The bullying that you saw or experienced back then could still happen today, but there...
Is your employer responsible for a co-worker’s online harassment?
Many people don’t realize that employers’ responsibility for preventing workplace harassment and discrimination actually extends beyond the workplace. With people being increasingly accessible online, for example, it’s not enough to protect employees from this...
3 types of charges people may face due to prescription medication concerns
Prescription medication is legally accessible only via the formal recommendations of licensed medical professionals. Controlled substances ranging from pain relievers to psychiatric drugs may offer medical benefits when properly administered but also pose human health...
Why are drivers in New York so distracted?
Millions of people drive in New York every day. Thankfully, the majority of individuals don’t get into accidents, but crashes do happen. One of the most common causes of road traffic collisions in New York is distractions. Why are drivers so distracted? Stress as a...
Signs of whiplash after a car accident
Whiplash is a common injury that occurs as a result of car accidents. It happens when a person’s head is jerked in a forward then backward motion. Some describe it as the motion you see unfold when cracking a whip. When this happens, a neck’s ligaments and muscles are...
What constitutes excessive force during an arrest?
Most people instinctively want to avoid physical restraints. And, unfortunately, their instinctual response to an officer trying to place them in a police cruiser or put restraints around their wrists could potentially worsen the situation. Many police officers...
What does “imminent danger” mean in self-defense?
Make no mistake, being accused of assaulting someone is a serious matter. Depending on the circumstances of the alleged assault, a conviction can lead to years in prison. Things could become even more complicated if the alleged assault resulted in loss of life. With...