Category: New York Law

JM v. GV, 2025 NY Slip Op 25004 – NY King Co. Supreme Court 2025: “…. Full Presumptive Maintenance Calculations Parties are entitled to opt-out of the post-divorce maintenance computational formula established in Domestic Relations Law § 236 provided that the parties comply with Domestic Relations Law § 236(B)(3). Domestic Relations Law § 236(B)(3) states…

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In this article, you can discover… How courts determine to grant emergency custody of a child. The evidence needed to support an emergency custody request. How an attorney can be an invaluable ally when you file for emergency custody. 1. How Does The Court Determine Whether Emergency Custody Is Necessary In New York? The courts…

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Island Consol. v Grassi & Co., Certified Public Accountants PC 2025 NY Slip Op 30094(U) January 7, 2025 Supreme Court, New York County Docket Number: Index No. 451469/2023 Judge: Margaret A. Chan came as somewhat of a surprise to read. Not only did a statute of limitations defense in an accounting malpractice suit fail, but…

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Pregnancy should be a time of joy and preparation, but for many employees, it can also bring stress when workplace discrimination occurs. Pregnant workers in New York are protected under strong state and federal laws, ensuring they receive fair treatment at work. However, discrimination still happens, from denial of accommodations to unfair treatment regarding maternity…

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This decision highlights the main issues that come up in a pendente lite hearing. KO v. MO, 2024 NY Slip Op 51754 – Kings Co. NY Supreme Court 2024: “JEFFREY S. SUNSHINE, J. The parties were married in June 2013. The plaintiff-mother commenced this action for divorce by filing a summons with notice on January…

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In this video, you can discover… What qualities to be on the lookout for when hiring a divorce attorney. How to determine an attorney’s high-conflict divorce experience. The roles of empathy versus practicality when selecting a divorce attorney. What Are Some Of The Qualities I Should Look For In A Divorce Attorney? When you are…

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There is a not-well known exception to the statute of limitations found in CPLR 203(d) which is explained by the Appellate Division, Second Department in Getzel Schiff & Pesce, LLP v Shtayner 2024 NY Slip Op 06186 Decided on December 11, 2024. “In November 2021, the plaintiff, Getzel Schiff & Pesce, LLP (hereinafter GSP), commenced…

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Discrimination in the workplace is something no one should have to face, yet many LGBTQ+ employees in New York still deal with unfair treatment and harassment. Thankfully, the state has strong laws in place to protect workers based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression. If you’ve experienced discrimination or harassment at work, it’s…

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From an email from the firm of Schwartz Sladkus Reich Greenberg Atlas LLP: “The New York City Council recently enacted Local Law 24 of 2024 – The Fair Chance for Housing Act (the “Act”) – which makes it unlawful for an owner of real estate in New York City to refuse to rent, lease, to…

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In this article, you will discover: The effects of your co-parenting behaviour on your child The consequences of preventing your child from seeing their other parent Mistakes to avoid when making a parenting plan 1. How Could My Co-Parenting Behaviour Affect My Child As They Grow Up? Your co-parenting style can affect your child in…

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