Bankruptcy in New York: Understanding Your Options and Finding Relief

Bankruptcy in New York: Understanding Your Options and Finding Relief

Navigating financial hardships can be overwhelming, but filing for bankruptcy in New York may provide the fresh start you need. Bankruptcy is a legal process designed to help individuals and businesses eliminate or repay debt under the protection of the federal bankruptcy court. Understanding the types of bankruptcy available and the steps involved is crucial […]

Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers of Health Insurance Scams During Open Enrollment for Affordable Care Act Plans

Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers of Health Insurance Scams During Open Enrollment for Affordable Care Act Plans

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert warning New Yorkers about common health insurance scams as open enrollment begins for insurance plans through New York’s Affordable Care Act marketplace. New Yorkers have until December 15, 2024, to enroll through the New York State of Health marketplace for health […]

US Halts Haiti Flights After two American Planes Hit by Gunfire

US Halts Haiti Flights After two American Planes Hit by Gunfire

 By Harry Johnson,eturbonews | Photo credit: eturbonews A Spirit Airlines flight en route from Florida was struck by gunfire while approaching the airport, and a JetBlue aircraft traveling from New York also sustained damage. The United States has implemented a 30-day suspension of all flights to Haiti following attacks on two commercial aircraft at the […]

Filing for Divorce Before or After the Holidays: What You Need to Know

Filing for Divorce Before or After the Holidays: What You Need to Know

Editorial credit: Zamrznuti tonovi / shutterstock.com The decision to file for divorce is never easy, and the timing can be especially challenging when the holidays are approaching. Whether you’re considering filing before or after the festive season, understanding the legal, emotional, and financial implications can help you make an informed decision. In this article, we’ll […]

Adams Affirms Sanctuary City, While Saying NYC Can Be ‘Very Helpful’ as Trump Plans Mass Deportations

Adams Affirms Sanctuary City, While Saying NYC Can Be ‘Very Helpful’ as Trump Plans Mass Deportations

By Gwynne Hogan, THE CITY | Photo Courtesy: THE CITY The mayor repeated his longstanding criticisms of the “sanctuary city” laws limiting cooperation with federal law enforcement, while saying he’d “make sure that we continue the spirit of what our laws are here.” Mayor Eric Adams offered mixed messages on Tuesday to New Yorkers wondering […]

Will Gov. Hochul Fight Trump’s Plan for Mass Deportations?

Will Gov. Hochul Fight Trump’s Plan for Mass Deportations?

By Chris Gelardi, THECITY | Photo Courtesy THECITY  Trump is poised to ramp up deportation activity in northern states like New York, which has few statewide policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. President-elect Donald Trump has made it clear: His administration will aggressively pursue “mass deportations.” States may seem powerless in the face of such […]

New York State Workers’ Compensation Law: Documented or Undocumented in the USA, You Have Rights!

New York State Workers’ Compensation Law: Documented or Undocumented in the USA, You Have Rights!

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  New York State Workers’ Compensation Law is a crucial safety net for employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. Designed to provide financial and medical benefits, this law ensures that workers receive necessary support without the burden of proving employer negligence. This article explores employees’ benefits under workers’ compensation, the process […]

Attorney General James Announces Takedown of Drug and Gun Trafficking Operation that Sold Fentanyl and Cocaine in Brooklyn

Attorney General James Announces Takedown of Drug and Gun Trafficking Operation that Sold Fentanyl and Cocaine in Brooklyn

Photos Courtesy of Attorney General’s Office  AG’s Investigation Seized More Than 5,000 Counterfeit Oxycodone Pills Containing Fentanyl and More Than One Kilogram of Cocaine. Second Indictment Charged One Defendant for March 2024 Shooting in Brooklyn NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the arrests and indictments of eight individuals for their roles […]

Understanding Fentanyl Addiction: Physical and Mental Health Impacts, Family Support, and Reversibility of Mental Illness

Understanding Fentanyl Addiction: Physical and Mental Health Impacts, Family Support, and Reversibility of Mental Illness

By Esther Claudette Gittens Fentanyl addiction presents a unique and severe set of challenges, with profound effects on both physical and mental health. Introduction Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine, has become a focal point in the opioid crisis, causing a dramatic rise in overdose deaths and addiction rates […]