As an American, you have specific rights. Some of these rights fall under the term 'civil rights,' while others fall under the term 'civil liberties.' These rights come from the United States Constitution, and they apply to any person, including adults, children,...
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What role does a mediator play in your dispute?
Dealing with a dispute with a business partner can feel like an enormous struggle and an even bigger undertaking. This is especially true if parties jump to the conclusion that the only way to solve it is via litigation. Fortunately, other methods are available. One...
How should you handle interactions with law enforcement?
When you have an encounter with a law enforcement officer, you may feel like everything happens very quickly. You could find yourself agreeing to every request without understanding why the officer needs to know certain details. An understanding of police interactions...
How do you know it’s time to break up with your business partner?
Starting your business with a friend or colleague can give you the emotional support of working with someone familiar while adding an extra person to support your new company. Initially, the novelty of starting a business can help you both overlook some of the...
3 methods of resolving business disputes
When disagreements arise between colleagues, clients, business partners or others involved in business relationships, they have the potential to take time and funds away from the day-to-day operations of the business. However, New York business owners may be able to...
What penalties do intoxicated drivers face?
Driving while intoxicated is a serious crime and every state has relatively harsh laws against drivers who commit DUI. Some states have even harsher laws than others, though. It is important to understand the state-specific DUI penalties that you face if you end up...
What must be present to prove a hostile work environment?
Harassment claims in the workplace will require proving that you had a hostile work environment. While that may seem an easy task, there are some rules about what creates a true hostile work environment. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission explains you...
What do hostile virtual work environments look like?
Despite the increased awareness and spotlight on harassment at the workplace, hostile work environments continue to be an issue plaguing the modern work culture. Unfortunately, this has not changed even with the advent of work from home and virtual work environments....
New York dispensaries providing weed without licenses
With New York legalizing the recreational use of marijuana in 2021, business owners and intrepid entrepreneurs have their sights on capitalizing on the budding industry once things get going. That all depends on how quickly New York policymakers draft appropriate...
Where are the most dangerous roads in the Capital region?
Some roads have a much higher rate of serious and fatal accidents than other routes. In November 2021, Albany News 10 reported on the most dangerous areas to drive in the Capital region. Review the data to plan safer excursions if you live or work in the Albany metro...

