By: Courtnie McMillan | centernyc.org In the early months of the coronavirus pandemic, governments imposed widespread social distancing measures to slow the spread of the virus. For me, the pandemic offers a powerful lesson for both the public and policymakers because it provides a window into the cruelty of alienation that many families endure daily […]
When people think about hiring a lawyer, they often focus on credentials: education, years of experience, and past results. While these are undeniably important, another factor often determines whether a client feels truly supported and represented — personalized attention. The law is not one-size-fits-all. Every client’s situation, history, and needs are unique. Lawyers who understand […]
Accidents happen when we least expect them. Whether it’s a car crash, a slip and fall, or an injury caused by unsafe workplace conditions, the aftermath can be overwhelming. Medical bills pile up, insurance adjusters call constantly, and your ability to work and support your family may be at risk. In such a situation, filing […]
By: Brennancenter.org | Editorial credit: betto rodrigues / Shutterstock.com President Trump has threatened to send troops to Chicago to “straighten that one out.” New York City, he says, might be next. Already, armed National Guard regiments are patrolling the streets of Washington, DC. All this on top of the deployment of troops to Los Angeles […]
By: Sir Ronald Sanders |Editorial credit: Gobierno de Guatemala, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons On August 5, a website I had never encountered published a hatchet job on Albert Ramdin, who took office as Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS) less than two months ago. The article claimed to expose “lavish spending” […]
Facing criminal charges is one of the most stressful experiences anyone can endure. Whether the allegation involves a misdemeanor or a serious felony, the consequences can ripple through every aspect of life — freedom, employment, reputation, and family stability. The justice system is complex, and without professional guidance, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, confused, or […]
By: DPI Guyana | Photo courtesy: DPI Guyana Guyanese of African descent are constantly given a poisonous glass of racism by the A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), in a bid to keep them feeling ostracised and excluded from the PPP/C’s development agenda. These were the views expressed by Vice President and General Secretary of […]
By: Janet Howard Protecting Victims, Parental Duties, and Legal Rights Incest is one of the most damaging forms of abuse, leaving deep emotional, psychological, and often physical scars on its victims. This complex issue carries profound legal and moral implications—not only for the perpetrator but also for the non-offending parent, who has a duty to […]
By: Guyana DPI |Photos courtesy: GuyanaDPI As Guyana celebrates the 187th anniversary of Emancipation, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips urged citizens to continue to acknowledge the contributions of Afro Guyanese in the country’s development. The prime minister was at the time addressing emancipation celebrations in Hopetown, West Coast Berbice on Thursday night. “This […]
By Joseph Velasquez | Editorial credit: OlegRi / Shutterstock.com The provocative question, “I am a White Liberal, I will Save Black and Brown People in NYC, BUT I Cannot Live in Their Communities, I Prefer my White Neighborhood. Is something wrong with me?” encapsulates a profound and deeply unsettling conflict at the intersection of race, class, […]