By: Aaron Reichlin-Melnick |americanimmigrationcouncil.org Seven months into President Trump’s term, immigration enforcement operations continue to ramp up, and the broader economic impacts are beginning to come into view. Rather than focus on the “worst of the worst,” the Trump administration has increasingly targeted worksites for immigration raids, picking up delivery drivers, street vendors, farmworkers, meatpackers, […]
Editorial credit: Sunshine Seeds / shutterstock.com Introduction For decades, the dominant message in American education has been that a four-year college degree is the primary path to financial success and stability. However, this narrative has started to shift as industries face growing labor shortages in the skilled trades. The importance of trade shops in high […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens As of 2025, New York City’s entrepreneurial landscape has become increasingly diverse, with non-white business owners making significant contributions across various industries. This shift reflects broader demographic changes and a growing emphasis on inclusive economic development. Below is an overview of the top 10 types of businesses owned by non-white entrepreneurs […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens President Trump’s executive order to deny work permits to immigrants awaiting legal status decisions has profound implications for the U.S. economy and affected individuals. While the administration aims to prioritize American workers, the policy could exacerbate labor shortages, reduce tax revenue, and strain public assistance programs. Introduction On the first day […]
By Chris Tobias Construction sites are some of the most hazardous places to work, with heavy machinery, scaffolding, and elevated workspaces creating numerous safety risks. Unfortunately, fatal accidents are not uncommon in this high-risk industry. If a loved one has died as a result of a construction accident in New York, you may be entitled […]
By:Amir Khafagy On Thursday, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg Jr. announced the indictment of Kendis Paul, 45, and his company KEP Construction LLC for stealing approximately $67,000 from 10 former immigrant workers. The indictment comes after the Worker’s Justice Project (WJP) first brought the case to light early last year. Since then, the WJP has assisted […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Limited liability is a fundamental principle of corporate law that shields business owners and shareholders from personal responsibility for the debts and obligations of their company. While this concept has played a pivotal role in fostering entrepreneurship and economic growth, it has also been exploited by unscrupulous businesses in industries such […]
