As the weather warms up, people take to the road and want to spend more time outdoors. In particular, an increasing number of bicyclists and pedestrians join the thoroughfares, and motorists need t...
Can Employers Ask Employees About their Salary History? On May 4, 2017, the New York City Council passed a bill that limited what an employer can ask job candidates about their salary history, comp...
Clarifications for Employers for Women in the Workplace In June of 2014, the Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York signed amendments to the New York State Human Rights Law, which bolstered civil rights...
The parent company of Weinstein Co.filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware on March 20, 2018. Before that, Eric Schneiderman, the New York Attorney General, had filed a lawsuit again...
The New York Compassionate Care Act (NYCCA) protects patients who are certified to use medical marijuana from being subject to criminal or civil marijuana charges. We live in an age where some stat...
by Stephen D. Hans As an employer, have you ever wondered if a wage deduction you made was legal? New York Labor Law establishes what is legal and what is not for wage deductions. If you have que...
by Stephen D. Hans Owners in the restaurant industry often have questions about tips. As a restaurant owner, it’s important to know your rights and responsibilities regarding tips so you can avoi...
An interview by Tiziano Thomas Dossena She is the optimal example of a Renaissance woman and a New Yorker combined: humble but determined, soft spoken but direct, with a genial attitude not u...
In today's electronic world, the idea of property has changed dramatically. In the past, when you were putting together an estate plan, the only intangible property that might be a part of it was c...
Sackstein Sackstein & Lee, LLP successfully negotiated a $1.3 million settlement for a 41 year-old Asian male construction worker, who was injured while performing asbestos removal work at an upsta...
Cyclists gather for Women’s Ride on Queens Boulevard On a frigid Sunday morning, dozens of cyclists took to the streets for the Women’s Ride on Queens Boulevard. According to Transportation Alternatives member Jessame Hannus, the goal was to encourag...
City finds new contractor for Metropolitan bridge project The project to replace the Metropolitan Avenue bridge deck is finally moving forward. City officials have selected a new contractor for the project, which was supposed to be a basic “remove and rep...
104th Precinct Police Blotter (3/5/18-3/11/18) Monday, Mar. 5 Guillermo Puente-Tello was arrested at 1675 Grove Street for unlawful surveillance by Officer Jackson. Oscar Rolon was arrested at 64-11 Eliot Avenue for criminal mischief by Officer...
Hundreds turn out of 19th annual St. Pats for All Parade Hundreds of residents and community groups turned out for the 19th annual St. Pats for All Parade in Sunnyside and Woodside last Sunday to celebrate inclusion and Irish culture. The parade featured...
104th Blotter (2/26/18-3/4/18) Monday, Feb. 26 Gregory Davis was arrested at 55-60 Myrtle Avenue for petit larceny by Officer McElligott. Tuesday, Feb. 27 Charles Materon was arrested at 66-35 Grand Avenue for aggravated unlicen...
The Subraj Foundation Completes 26th Mission to Guyana The Subraj Foundation, supported by Zara Realty in Jamaica, Queens, completed it's 26th Mission to Guyana. The main reason for this visit was to have discussion with the Ministry of Public Health a...
ACE graduates reflect on adversity as they look ahead Last Thursday night marked a turning point in the lives of 57 individuals enrolled in the Association of Community Employment Programs for the Homeless (ACE). ACE held a graduation ceremony at its ...
Kaufman, 89, brought film production to Astoria Real estate developer George Kaufman, who led the groundbreaking Kaufman Astoria Studios, passed away on February 20. He was 89 years old. Kaufman purchased the former Paramount Studios site in the...
104th Precinct Police Blotter (2/19/18-2/25/18) Monday, Feb. 19 Gary Roberts was arrested at 64th Lane and Cooper Avenue for violation of order of protection by officer Coronado. Jose Jerez was arrested at 60-79 67th Avenue for third-degree assa...