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If you’ve landed on this page, you’re likely wondering: Can my employer ask me why I need FMLA leave? The short answer is yes—and here's why. What Is FMLA and When Does It Apply? The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law...

Understanding the Legal Timeline for Car Accident Lawsuits in New York If you’ve been in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident in New York, one of your first questions might be: How long will my lawsuit take? It’s a fair and important question—and the honest answer is: it...

Understanding the Employment Discrimination Lawsuit Process in New York If you believe you’ve been treated unfairly at work because of your age, race, gender, disability, religion, or another legally protected characteristic, you may be wondering: What happens next? Filing an employment discrimination claim in New York can seem...

If you're wondering how lawyers get paid in New York, you're not alone. Understanding legal fees is one of the most common concerns people have when thinking about hiring an attorney—especially if it’s your first time. Whether you're dealing with a personal injury, need help drafting a will, or want to know...

Think a single Facebook post can’t affect your personal injury case? Think again. If you’re filing a lawsuit in New York—whether it’s for a car accident, workplace discrimination, or medical malpractice—what you post online could seriously damage your credibility and potentially ruin your claim. Hi, I’m Scott Peterson, a...

What to Do After a Motor Vehicle Accident in New York: Settle or Sue? If you’ve been involved in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident in New York, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to accept a settlement from the insurance company or file a...

Understanding Lawsuit Loans in New York: Risks and Alternatives for Victims of Sexual Harassment and Personal Injury If you're involved in a sexual harassment, employment discrimination, or personal injury lawsuit in New York, you may be approached by companies offering what they call a “pre-settlement advance” or “lawsuit...

Understanding Medical Malpractice in New York: What You Need to Know as a Patient Hi, I’m Scott Peterson. Medical malpractice—also known as medical negligence—is one of the most challenging types of civil cases in New York. The legal system tends to favor doctors. Juries often give healthcare providers...

Have you recently returned from medical leave, only to be hit with write-ups for minor issues? Or maybe you spoke up about being treated unfairly at work—due to your race, age, gender, pregnancy, or disability—and now your job has mysteriously been "eliminated for budget reasons." Unfortunately, this kind of retaliation is all...

If You’ve Been in a Car Accident in New York, Follow These 6 Essential Steps Being involved in a car accident is stressful, but what you do afterward can make a big difference—especially if you're considering legal action. In New York, a no-fault insurance state, the process can...

Understanding the Personal Injury Legal Process in New York: A Step-by-Step Guide for Accident Victims If you’ve been injured in a car accident, slip and fall, product malfunction, or workplace incident in New York, it’s crucial to understand what happens after you hire a personal injury attorney. Many...

Most of us, at some point in our lives, will notice a lump or bump somewhere on our body that raises concern. Naturally, we turn to our doctors for answers. But what happens when your doctor downplays or misdiagnoses something that turns out to be serious—like cancer? In New...