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Ah, Valentine’s Day. For many, it’s a day for romance, red roses, and heart-shaped boxes of chocolates. But for me, an NYC plaintiff/employee-side sexual harassment lawyer, it’s often a day that sends a shiver down my spine. Why? Because while Cupid might be aiming for love, sometimes his arrows land squarely in the realm of…

Read More Roses, Chocolates, and HR Complaints: Navigating Valentine’s Day in the NYC Workplace
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The halls are decked, the cocoa is hot, and the office party is finally back on the calendar. While the holidays are a time for joy, they also bring a unique set of legal considerations that can turn a “Winter Wonderland” into a “Litigation Landscape.” ​ Whether you’re a business owner or a homeowner, here…

Read More The Holiday Liability List: Keeping Your Season Merry and Lawsuit-Free
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December 24, 2025 Santa Claus Chief Executive Officer North Pole Industries 123 Elf Road North Pole, 88888 RE: NOTICE TO CEASE AND DESIST AND DEMAND FOR IMMEDIATE RETRACTION Dear Mr. Claus: This firm has been retained to represent Brandon Ratt, a/k/a B. Ratt (hereinafter “Client”) regarding the egregious and unsubstantiated publication of their name on…

Read More Open Letter to S. Claus: Cease and Desist Immediately
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Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and gratitude. It’s also, unfortunately, one of the busiest and most dangerous travel periods of the year. As a personal injury lawyer, I unfortunately understand how quickly a festive journey can turn into a nightmare, leading to serious injuries and complex legal battles. This year, before you hit…

Read More Thanksgiving Travel: Understand the Risks
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Halloween is a night of spooky fun, costumes, and—believe it or not—a surprising number of potential legal traps. As the lines between a playful “trick” and outright vandalism blur, and as homeowners welcome an army of tiny “invitees” onto their property, it’s wise to understand the invisible legal ghosts that haunt the neighborhood. Here is…

Read More The Scariest Night of the Year: Your Guide to Halloween Legal Issues
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A slice of cake, a cheerful song, and a brightly-colored card—workplace birthdays seem like harmless, even morale-boosting, fun. As an employment lawyer, however, I see a few too many “Happy Birthday” signs that, in a worst-case scenario, could become a sign of legal trouble. What is intended as a kind gesture can unintentionally trigger legal…

Read More ♫ Happy Lawsuit to You ♪: An Employment Lawyer’s Take on Workplace Birthdays
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For many of us, Labor Day is the unofficial farewell to summer. It’s a three-day weekend filled with barbecues, beach trips, and one last chance to enjoy the warm weather before the crisp autumn air arrives. But amidst the fun and relaxation, it’s easy to forget the true meaning of this holiday. Labor Day is…

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On this Independence Day (2025), it is worthwhile to reflect on the ideals on which our country was founded. On example is the right to trial by jury. As recently summarized by the court in Texas v. Google LLC, 2025 WL 1713256 (E.D.Tex. June 18, 2025): The abrogation of the right to trial by jury…

Read More Jury Trials, the Seventh Amendment, and the Declaration of Independence
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Today, June 14th, is Flag Day, which commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. There are also various “No Kings” protests planned across the country. Notably, the United States Constitution provides, simply and tersely: No Title of Nobility shall be granted…

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