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If you are a landlord in New York and you are struggling with the never-ending eviction moratoriums, there are some things you need to know. When does that latest round of eviction moratoriums end? While the original CDC and federal government eviction moratorium ended a few months ago, New York State’s moratorium doesn’t end until January 15, 2022. Does this mean I can’t evict a tenant until next year? Not necessarily. The NYS eviction Moratorium is ONLY for tenants who cannot pay their rent due to COVID related issues (loss of job, illness, taking care of family). Otherwise, all other reasons for legal eviction still apply. What can I do if my tenant can’t pay the rent because of COVID? New York State still has millions of dollars available through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). ERAP provides income-qualified renters and landlords struggling with financial hardship due to COVID-19 up to 12 months back rent and up to three months future re...

  New York Adds Domestic Violence as a New Factor to Consider for Equitable Distribution Domestic Relations Law §236 now includes domestic violence as a factor to consider when determining equitable distribution in New York.  The legislatures amended the Domestic Relations Law (DRL) §236B(5)(d) in April 2020 by adding a new factor that the court must consider in distributing properties between divorcing spouses.  The amended law essentially mandates that the court consider “whether either party has committed an act or acts of domestic violence, as described in [Social Services Law §459-a] against the other party and the nature, extent, duration, and impact of such act or acts.” DRL §236B(5)(d)(14).  Domestic violence causes physical, emotional, and psychological effects on the victim.  Thus, the legislatures believed that abuse within a marriage must be considered to appropriately resolve the issue of whether the victim should receive more than ...

 PERM Labor Certification Services We Provide The procedure of obtaining a labor certification is both complicated and time-consuming. Our firm's experienced attorneys will assess your individual case and evaluate every immigration alternative open to you before beginning your PERM application. If we determine that PERM is not the best option for you, we'll inform you of any other options, such as National Interest Waiver or EB-1 petitions, that may allow you to avoid filing a labor certification application altogether. After you employ us for your labor certification case, our experienced attorneys will assist you in completing your application by following the stages below: Collect all required information and documents from the immigrant beneficiary's sponsoring employer. Examine and evaluate the alien employee's qualifications as well as the employment position's criteria, including education requirements, duties, and location. We will inform th...

Divorce is one of the most challenging experiences a person can go through. How should I handle this? Where do I start? Who should I call? These are just a few instances of information you might find helpful.  Dealing with this situation can affect your mental and physical health. It’s draining and can even affect your performance and relationship. While family members and friends can help you deal with the emotional part of the divorce, you’ll need a lawyer to help with the legal part of it. Here are different ways a Queens divorce lawyer can help: Child Custody Child custody disputes are complex and emotionally charged, but a  family law attorney in Queens  can help. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and responsibilities as a parent. The best way to protect your children's interests is to work with an experienced child custody lawyer from the beginning. A child custody lawyer in Queens can help you negotiate child custody agreements with ...

 In the Workplace, Advocating For Your Rights In an ideal world, you would be able to go to work without fear of sexual harassment, discrimination, or wrongful dismissal. Many workers, unfortunately, are subjected to these and other illegal employment practices daily. You need an attorney who will fight for you if you find yourself in one of these circumstances. The Yale Pollack Law Firm in Nassau County attempts to expose workplace malfeasance. As you seek justice, you will not be alone. When you deal with us, you’ll be working with a firm that will assist you in gaining the confidence you need to fight back. Nassau County is regarded as a particularly employee-friendly jurisdiction, with rules and regulations that mostly benefit employees. Even with those safeguards in place, you may still be the victim of illegal employment practices. We’ll look over your claims and come up with the best strategy for your case. We develop a strategy that is effective for you. ...

 If you are declaring Chapter 7 bankruptcy in New York, there are things you need to know when it comes to your car. In every Chapter 7 Bankruptcy , a Trustee is appointed to administer you case. When you file Chapter 7, all property that you own as of the filing date belongs to the Trustee. While in Bankruptcy, you cannot sell any of your property. Part of the Chapter 7 Trustee’s responsibility is to liquidate and sell what is considered “nonexempt property” in order to satisfy the claims of your creditors. When it comes to motor vehicles, the Bankruptcy Code allows you to retain your vehicle under certain situations. You Own Your Car Outright Suppose that you own a motor vehicle that is fully paid off and you own outright. Can you keep it in a Chapter 7? The answer to that question depends upon what the fair market value of the vehicle is. Under New York Law, a Bankruptcy Debtor can retain a motor vehicle with equity up to $4,825.00. You may be able t...

  What Makes a Divorce Expensive in New York? First, it is important to understand that there are two kinds of divorces – contested and uncontested.  During an  uncontested divorce in New York , both parties agree on all the terms and do not need the court to divide assets or make determinations about child custody, child support or maintenance (alimony).  Thus, an uncontested divorce is usually a quicker process and is less of a financial burden.  An uncontested lawyer will be able to assist with this divorce route.  On the other hand, a contested divorce in New York is one in which the spouses cannot agree on dividing the assets, distribution of debts, custody of children, child support or spousal support. Property division can take a lot of time to resolve, especially in high-net-worth cases. Essentially, the more contested your divorce becomes and the more issues the spouses can’t agree on, the more time your divorce will take both in and out of court....

 Many employers ignore their legal commitments to their employees. Employer misbehavior can include discriminating against or harassing employees who are members of protected classes, as well as failing to pay employees the minimum wage and overtime required by law. Employers may retaliate against employees who have complained about their abuse in some instances. Our New York City employment discrimination lawyers at Yale Pollack Law Office are conversant with federal, state, and municipal legislation. When appropriate, we can assist you in filing a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or a lawsuit for damages. Whether you need a sexual harassment lawyer, help with a wrongful termination claim, or something else, Yale Pollack is here to help. We have employment lawyers on Long Island who offer free consultations to employees and job candidates whose rights have been infringed. Do you require assistance with a work-related issue? You’ve arrived at...

 The Program Electronic Review Management (PERM) system is used to conduct labor certifications, which are the first stage in obtaining an EB-2 or  EB-3 visa immigrant visa  for certain foreign people. Overview All labor certification applications must now be filed through PERM, which was initially implemented on March 28, 2005. For new labor certification filings, forms such as ETA Form 750 and Reduction in Recruitment (RIR) are no longer available. EB-2 (with the exception of National Interest Waivers) and EB-3 are the employment-based preference categories that need PERM labor certifications. Purpose The Department of Labor (DOL) must issue a labor certification before a U.S. firm can file an immigration petition for a foreign worker in most EB-2 and EB-3 visa positions. To this aim, the employer files ETA Form 9089 to the Department of Labor, which validates the employee’s eligibility that 1) There are not enough American workers who are able,...

  A Guide To A Contested Divorce In New York A contested divorce in New York is a legal proceeding where the parties to the case disagree with at least one issue about their divorce. They cannot agree, so they decide to let the court decide between them. The entire process is filled with uncertainty and can last for several months. Let's look into what the contested divorce in New York entails: What Is a Contested Divorce? When there are disagreements between the parties during divorce, it is said to be "contested." This could be because they have different ideas about dividing property, child custody, and alimony. A contested divorce can occur when one spouse wants to file for divorce against another, and the other spouse disagrees. What Are the Grounds for Divorce in New York? Divorce is not available in every state and can be challenging to obtain. However, many couples can file for divorce in New York, where the law provides no-fault and faul...