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What You'll Find Here

New York law is specific. Upstate courts, Albany agencies, and Capital District practice have their own rhythms. This blog covers the legal questions that come up most often for people in this region — written by an Albany attorney who practices in these courts and handles these cases. Most legal information online is written for a national audience and misses the details that actually matter in New York. The statute of limitations that applies here. The agency process that applies to your situation. The standard a Capital District court uses to evaluate your claim.


Every post on this blog is grounded in New York law, written for people who live and work in upstate New York, and tied directly to the practice areas Ryan Finn handles at Finn Law.

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When Is a Termination Unlawful Under New York Law?

Quick Summary: New York is generally an at-will employment state, meaning an employer can often end an indefinite employment relationship for a good reason, a bad reason, or no stated reason. But...
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How to Prove a Slip and Fall Claim in Albany, NY

Quick Summary: Property owners in New York have a legal duty to maintain reasonably safe premises, but a successful slip-and-fall claim usually requires proof that the owner created the hazard or...
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New York Self-Defense Law: When Force Is Justified

Quick Summary: New York law recognizes the right to use physical force in self-defense or in defense of another person in specific circumstances. When the legal requirements are met, justification...
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A Note on How to Use This Information

Nothing published here is legal advice, and reading a post does not create an attorney-client relationship with Finn Law. New York law changes, facts vary widely between cases, and what applies in one situation may not apply in yours.


If something you read here raises a question about your specific situation, the right next step is a consultation — not more research. Ryan Finn personally reviews every inquiry and responds when there's a case he can help with. The consultation is free.