November 21, 2017 · 1:36 pm As WiseLawNY predicted after oral argument on Oct. 18, the New York Court of Appeals today ruled that Jesse Friedman, who served 13 years in prison for molesting pre-adolescent boys attending an after-school computer class in his home should be given another chance to get prosecution records under New…
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Staten Island Administrative Judge Judith P. McMahon is not out of the woods yet. Last September, McMahon and her court’s chief clerk, Michael Pulizotto, were both mothballed to lesser jobs in Manhattan after Dennis Quirk, the head of the New York State Court Officers Association, went on a tear because word had leaked out that…
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In 2023, the world added an impressive 45 gigawatts/97 gigawatt-hours of energy storage capacity, nearly tripling year-on-year growth, with the majority driven by battery storage installations. The global energy storage market is projected to continue its rapid expansion in 2024, adding over 100 gigawatt-hours of capacity, primarily from the United States and China. In the…
What are EI sickness benefits and how long do they last? Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits are a form of financial assistance provided by the Canadian government to individuals who are unable to work due to illness, injury, or quarantine. These benefits are designed to offer temporary income support while the individual recovers and is…
Those in New York are well aware of some of our more famous residents and their highly publicized personal affairs. Robert De Niro has had a rough time of it in the battle over some of his assets with his estranged wife, Grace Hightower, in their pending divorce. Fortunately for him, a judge recently ruled…
California State Legislature Passes Children’s Privacy Amendments to the CCPA, Pending Governor’s Signature On August 29, 2024, the California State Assembly passed California bill AB-1949, following the bill’s passage in the California State Senate. AB 1949 currently awaits approval by Governor Newsom. If enacted, AB-1949 would amend the California Consumer Privacy Act (as amended by…
FBI Investigation: Scam Artists Make Off With Nearly $500,000 In Sale Proceeds; Local Real Estate Agent, Developer, and Attorneys Caught Up In Fraudulent Transaction Involving Concord, MA Property Using a counterfeit driver’s license and passport (shown at right), fake e-mail address impersonating the real owner, and a forged deed and notary stamp, scam artists were…
By: Alejandro E. Jordan, Esq. Miami, renowned for its vibrant cultural landscape, is no stranger to artistic hubs that redefine the city’s identity. In recent years, a neighborhood has emerged as a focal point for the arts, transforming itself into the beating heart of Miami’s creative pulse. That neighborhood is Allapattah. In this exploration, we…
Navigating the intricacies of short-term disability benefits in Ontario can be overwhelming. Whether due to illness or injury, many employees require financial assistance during a recovery period. Understanding your rights and the process of securing benefits is vital. Introduction to Short-Term Disability in Ontario Short-term disability benefits provide financial support to individuals unable to work…
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NewYork Education DepartmentNeeds More Love I have done a few posts concerning being a teacher and getting a DWI. The NYS education department has to follow specific laws and rules before firing you for a criminal conviction. How will the DWI effect your job? How will it impact your life? It depends upon what work…
