Rule 1.2 of NY’s Rules of Professional Conduct, includes, “A lawyer shall abide by a client’s decision whether to settle a matter.” My gut says...

Generally, poor performance will not disqualify you from UI benefits. It is possible to be DQ’d if your poor performance includes ignoring repeated...

No. New York has not yet passed legislation giving employees a right their personnel file.

Messrs. Adams Velonis are correct. I’ll add that the real issue your lack is trust. Communication and trust are the backbone of the attorney-client...

There may be some contexts where secret recordings are an issue, but not in your in-laws’ house while sitting your niece & nephew. We don’t...

This is not the case to use as a play book. Start with your own consult. Defamation cases are often counterproductive (because the plaintiff...

You’ve been paying wages to the W2 employee, as far as I know consent is not required to execute the employer’s remaining obligation under the code.

Warranty and indemnity are two different contract vehicles. Find an attorney you can tolerate and get your contracts and insurance reviewed....

Not quite. You can’t refuse work if it’s available. If they don’t have a job for you, and lay you off, then you may apply. Your claim...

I agree. Get a consult. Commenting on hair style and dress are common forms of harassment.