By:Greg B. Smith | thecity.nyc| Editorial credit: NYC Russ / Shutterstock.com The Trump Organization is aggressively lobbying the office of Mayor Eric Adams to win its bid to run Central Park’s Wollman Rink, two sources familiar with the matter confirmed to THE CITY — squeezing Adams to award a contract even as President Donald Trump’s […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Tax laws in the United States play a crucial role in an individual’s immigration status, particularly for green card holders. One of the key decisions for married couples when filing taxes is whether to choose Married Filing Jointly (MFJ) or Married Filing Separately (MFS). This decision has serious financial and legal […]
By Janet Howard Diabetes remains one of America’s deadliest chronic diseases, particularly devastating to non-white communities, where it often becomes entrenched as a disease of poverty. Predominantly affecting African American, Hispanic, Native American, and Asian communities, diabetes reflects deep-rooted inequities stemming from economic disparities, limited healthcare access, and systemic racism. At its core, diabetes is […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Divorce settlements in New York State (NYS) are meant to be final and legally binding, but there are circumstances where a spouse may seek to reopen the case, particularly if there were errors, fraud, or significant changes related to equitable distribution. Since New York follows equitable distribution laws, which aim to […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Divorce is a significant legal and financial decision that requires careful consideration of its long-term consequences. In New York State (NYS), couples can choose between uncontested and contested divorces, depending on whether they agree on the key aspects of the divorce, such as property division, child custody, and spousal support. While […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Phil Pasquini / shutterstock.com As of March 12, 2025, the status of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for the Haitian community in the United States is undergoing significant changes due to recent policy shifts by the Trump administration. These changes have profound implications for Haitian nationals currently residing in […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Democratic Party has long been a coalition of diverse groups seeking social justice, economic prosperity, and the promotion of human dignity. However, in recent years, the party has struggled to maintain a unified message, often bending to factions that lack clear moral principles or a true commitment to progress. In […]
By Xavier Figeroux, Brian Figeroux, Jr. and Michael Figeroux The historical and ongoing systematic destruction of Black men in America has had a profound impact on Black women, shaping their mental and emotional well-being, as well as their personal relationships. As the primary support systems for Black men, Black women have endured centuries of grief, […]
By Xavier Figeroux, Brian Figeroux, Jr. and Michael Figeroux The history of the United States is deeply intertwined with the oppression and destruction of Black men, a process that has been deliberately and systematically implemented by the white ruling class. From slavery to Jim Crow, from the war on drugs to mass incarceration, the targeted […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Christopher Penler / shutterstock.com Recent news of a dramatic decline in Tesla sales across Europe has sparked calls for boycotts of Elon Musk’s brand, especially following his controversial political actions. In February, Tesla’s sales plummeted by 76% in Germany, a sharp drop from the 59% decline seen in […]