In the United States, every person charged with a crime has specific civil rights. The Constitution protects these rights, which ensure fair treatment throughout the criminal trial. Violations of these rights can significantly impact the case. It is essential to...
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What are some signs of spinal cord injuries after a fall?
After a serious trip and fall incident, you may be able to get up and walk without noticing any major signs of an injury. However, in the weeks and months following this fall, you could also start to sense some differences in your body. Knowing the common physical...
Drug paraphernalia in New York
From trafficking to manufacturing illegal substances, drug charges can result in harsh penalties. In addition, people should realize that seemingly minor drug-related cases can also have a devastating impact on one's life, such as possessing or selling drug...
Is your New York employer violating your FMLA rights?
The Family and Medical Leave Act provides important protections for you as an employee in New York and throughout the United States. It grants eligible employees the right to take unpaid leave for specific medical and family-related reasons while ensuring job...
Recognizing potential red flags in a business contract
In the business world, contracts are essential tools for formalizing relationships and securing commitments. They provide a legal framework within which businesses can operate. However, not all contracts are fair or beneficial, and some may contain terms that can lead...
The Supreme Court limits civil rights in criminal cases
In a ruling in 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court made some changes to the rights of individuals in criminal situations. When officers place someone under arrest, they have a legal obligation to read them their Miranda rights. Miranda rights inform about the civil rights a...
Everything you need to know about the CROWN Act
The Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act is a law designed to combat discrimination based on natural hair and hairstyles. Several states across the United States have enacted the legislation and it has been gaining attention as a crucial step in...
What constitutes a hostile work environment?
You have the right to show up to work without fear of harassment, bullying or hostility from your colleagues and supervisors. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, a hostile work environment occurs when unwelcome conduct creates an offensive, intimidating or...
What is the importance of a hostile workplace in a harassment claim?
A hostile workplace is something a reasonable person would feel is uncomfortable. It is a place where the situation makes a person feel unwanted, disrespected, intimidated or otherwise unsafe. To prove a harassment case, you must also prove there is a hostile...
What constitutes defamation on social media?
Many people treat the internet as the place where you can say anything you want, whenever you want to say it. Often, people have a false sense of security and do not recognize that there can be consequences for posts made on social media. Defamation refers to false...