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Defamation is a false statement that someone makes about you that damages your reputation. Protections of free speech under the First Amendment do not apply to defamatory statements. There are two different types of defamation: libel and slander. Libel refers to...
Contracts provide a crucial service to businesses across the state. Without them, you could not protect your assets and business in the event that a new partnership or employee goes south. Though contract disputes sometimes happen even despite our best efforts, it is...
The violation of your civil rights through a false arrest is a serious matter. You have the right to due process under the U.S. Constitution, so a police officer or anyone else does not have the right to detain you without cause. While you may have grounds to sue for...
On the internet, a lot of people feel free to say anything they want. While you may feel like there is more freedom online, the reality is that you can still face the consequences of what you post on social media. According to U.S. News, libel and slander can occur on...
As of August 15, 2010, the penalties for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in the state of New York became more stringent. What caused this change and what sort of penalty does a driver with a DWI conviction face? Leandra’s Law The changes in New York Vehicle and...
For a while, you held off on saying anything about your workplace's toxic atmosphere. You made a hostile work environment complaint recently. Did your employer respond correctly? Chron explains how companies should navigate hostile work environment complaints....
Federal officials may file money laundering charges against individuals alleged to have used funds generated by illicit activities. According to Whistleblowers.org, allegations may include disguising the source of funds. A conviction requires evidence an individual...
As a business owner, you may file a defamation lawsuit to obtain financial relief for harm caused to your revenue or reputation. As noted by Entrepreneur.com, false information published over a public forum could result in a substantial loss of income. You may file a...
When people think about sexual harassment, many minds often conflate it with sexual assault. This is especially true in the age of modern media, where the biggest and most well-known cases involve physical aspects of assault or attack in some way. However, a victim...
Around the United States, police misconduct can be a controversial issue, but it does occur. Closer to home, a recent New York City investigation found that law enforcement officers used excessive force during a 2020 summer protest against racism and police brutality....
