I'm considering doing an adversary proceeding for my student loan. I have just filed a Chapter 7 petition.

You are in the Northern District of New York and it is virtually impossible to get a "hardship discharge" in this Court. Keep in mind that the...

What can I do about employment discrimination?

Speak to an experienced employment discrimination attorney. Many, including my office, offer a free initial consultation to evaluate your case,...

Age discrimination? During interview COO mentioned they replaced an older man set in his ways.

Based on the information that you have provided, it would be difficult, if not impossible to demonstrate age discrimination. Keep in mind that...

I practice both consumer bankruptcy and employment discrimination law and I can tell you that you cannot be denied a job SOLELY because you filed...

If you are in chapter 7 bankruptcy and own two LLC 'S do you still own them or does the trustee take ownership

Trustee owns these LLC's unless he has filed a motion to abandon them. The fact that your Chapter 7 is still open after two years probably means...

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Am I protected under the FMLA law?

FMLA won't protect you because of the size of your employer, however this employer MAY have violated the New York State Human Rights Act. See an...

Can my interest in a home be attached, if my husband files bankruptcy, but we purchased the home prior to getting married?

You own the home. However now that you know about the creditor's failure to record the note and mortgage you need to take some additional step;s...

Can an offer of employment be rescinded for a misdemeanor from 33 years ago? It was supposedly expunged from my record.

Speak to an experienced employment attorney--this is potentially illegal. If you don't know an attorney in your area with this expertise, search...

Can my employer take my earned vacation time

This could be a violation of New York State law. You should discuss this with a qualified attorney, if you don't know one in your area, go...

In New York State. If I have a possible case against my employer for unpaid wages due such as; hours owed including overtime..

Generally speaking you will get more if you hire a private attorney and you will get it quicker. The reason you will get more is because the...