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10 Laws To Be Thankful For!

10 LAWS TO BE THANKFUL FOR! As Thanksgiving quickly approaches, this is a perfect time to reflect on what we’re thankful for. What better place to start with than the law? There are many laws in effect that we take for granted- many of which plays a huge role in our everyday lives. 1. “Restaurant Culture” - Laws Protecting Us When We Eat Out New Yorkers love eating at new restaurants, food fairs, or from various street vendors. That trust begins with knowing that there are laws in place which require strict adherence, with food safety inspectors on the prowl.  Seeing that “A” in the window instills confidence! 2. “GASP - This has high fructose corn [...]

What To Do After A Car Accident in New York?

Accidents can strike with no notice.  This blog will help you be prepared if you, or somebody you know, is involved in a car accident.  It is very important to know what to do immediately after an accident, and equally important that you hire the best attorneys if you suffer serious injuries in the accident.  The very best Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Bronx car accident attorney can make sure that everything is done properly to pursue your claim. What to do after a car accident? Call 911 to report the car accident. Go to the hospital to get checked out. Gain appropriate information from any eyewitnesses at the accident scene. Document the details of the accident [...]

Get Yourself the Best Brooklyn Car Accident Attorney!

Brooklyn has one of the highest rates of accidents in the country, and a higher rate than other parts of New York City.  That’s why insurance rates in Brooklyn are higher than in other parts of the City.  If you have never been the victim of a crash, it’s easy to assume it will never happen, but it’s much better to be prepared. Having a relationship with a top Brooklyn Traffic Accident Attorney can save you time and money should tragedy strike. There are so many attorneys, why not choose a Brooklyn Car Accident Attorney that’s been getting great results for generations? Having a great attorney by your side is very helpful! You are minding your [...]

Mark Your Calendars – Set Your Timers – Time to Vote!

  What New Yorkers Need to Know for The Midterm Elections! The midterm elections are right around the corner - and they may just be the most important midterm elections ever.  So much is at stake! The candidates running for election across the country also happen to be the most diverse bunch that the US has ever seen. 272 of the 964 candidates are women, and white men make up only 58% of the candidates running - the lowest in the past four elections. It is of great importance that you go out to vote! Logistics This year’s midterm elections will take place on Tuesday, November 6th. As always, polls around New York City and Long [...]

Is Your Right to Vote Disappearing?

Is Your Right to Vote Disappearing? wittenstein.com  has been a little over 50 years since President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Right Act of 1965 into law.  Passed during the Civil Rights era, it sought to remove barriers meant to keep African Americans from voting on election day. These barriers included literacy tests, poll taxes, and intimidation by law enforcement officials.  By the end of 1965 a quarter million more African Americans were registered to vote. Since the initial passing, it has been amended a couple of times under various administrations to include other minority groups. With the tidal wave of Conservatism, these laws are being undermined and turned back, corroding the Voting Right Act’s [...]

What is New York Doing About Sexual Harassment in the Workplace?

What Is New York Doing About Sexual Harassment in the Workplace? wittenstein.com The effect of allegations of sexual harassment being brought to the center stage has rippled beyond courtrooms, into peoples’ homes, workplace, and now legislation. Starting on October 9th, all employers in New York state will be required to have a Sexual Harassment prevention policy that meets or exceeds the minimum requirements set by the law.  A written or electronic copy of the policy and annual training must also be submitted to all employees. Below you will find some of the other provisions of the updated sexual harassment law as outlined by Governor Cuomo: “All state contractors must submit an affirmation that they have a [...]

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