As American slowly moves past the Covid-19 pandemic, courts are taking a second look at government rules and mandates that were in place and justified during the emergency. Judge Ralph Porzio of Staten Island has just reversed one such vaccination mandate in New York City in a victory for certain public employees. The case was …
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Are Adolf Hitler and Nazi costumes too scary for Halloween with the recent rise of anti-Semitism in 2022? A Madison Museum staff member wore an Adolf Hitler costume near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus on Halloween. The man wore his costume off campus and is not affiliated with the University. However, the campus has experienced …
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President Biden signed a bill into law making a rail strike illegal, preventing workers from walking off the job weeks before the holiday season. The bill follows several months of negotiations rail worker unions and railroad carriers. President Biden had brokered a deal between the two sides earlier in September 2022, which gave workers a 24% raise …
Property division can be a significant legal issue on its own or part of a larger case. Whether you were selling your home or transferring it to another person, property law can be a complex matter. The holiday season can often add to the stress of any property dispute as families require a home to …
The holidays often mean time off, extra pay, or overtime for most employees in America. However, the shifting employment expectations at the end of the year often bring up disputes over pay, employment status, or time off. Some employees might want additional time off to spend time with loved ones while other employees might want …
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Family law is the legal field that deals with issues relating to family relationships. Divorce, child custody, child support, and child visitation are the most well-known subjects of family law. These issues are often very common during the holidays as children and parents have time off and need to determine who the children will spend …
The holiday season between Thanksgiving and New Years are among the happiest times of the year for many people. People have more time off to spend time with their families and loved ones. However, the holiday season may also cause an increase in certain risky behavior that may lead to criminal conduct and criminal charges. …
On January 1 of this year, a slew of new legislation was enacted across states and localities nationwide. Residents and business leaders will be required to make significant adjustments to their current practices due to legislation enacted by state legislatures and ballot initiatives supported by voters. These laws address increasing the minimum wage, criminal justice …
Top 5 Most Interesting New Laws to Look Out for in 2023 Read More »
Tariff disputes are one of the most common types of trade disputes and occur when two or more countries disagree on the amount of tariffs that should be imposed on imported goods. Tariffs are taxes imposed on imported goods by the importing country, and they are intended to protect domestic industries from foreign competition. When …
