Photos courtesy: Brooklyn Borough President’s Office Brooklyn Is the Epicenter of New York’s Deed Theft Crisis, But Legal Service Providers Are Strained for Capacity New York, NY – Today, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, NYC Council Members and Brooklyn Delegation Co-Chairs Chi Ossé and Farah Louis, and NYC Council Member Sandy Nurse rallied with advocates and homeowners […]
Editorial credit: Steve Sanchez Photos / shutterstock.com Coalition Calls on Congressional Leadership to Take Immediate Action to Protect Bipartisan World Trade Center Health Program Ahead of Imminent Funding Shortfall NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a coalition of 38 other attorneys general in urging Congress to take immediate action to address the impending […]
By Mary Campbell | Editorial credit: Vic Hinterlang / shutterstock.com On May 20, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that 64 individuals have voluntarily left the country aboard a government-chartered flight as part of a new self-deportation program aimed at encouraging undocumented immigrants to return to their home countries. The initiative, called […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Bringing a foreign partner to the United States with the intention of getting married involves navigating specific U.S. immigration laws and procedures. While the desire to be together “as soon as possible” is understandable, the process is governed by regulations designed to ensure compliance and can take considerable time. The concept […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Marriage, ideally, is a lifelong partnership built on love, trust, and shared aspirations. Yet, the reality is that a significant percentage of marriages end in divorce. The reasons are myriad and complex, ranging from irreconcilable differences and infidelity to financial strain and lack of communication. When a marriage fails, the decision […]
By Selen Ozturk, ACOM In just over 100 days since President Trump’s return to office, public opinion reflects growing alarm over the bounds of executive power. A late April survey conducted by the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) suggests that 52% of Americans — including 87% of Democrats, 56% of Independents and 17% of Republicans — agree […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates | www.askthelawyer.us The landscape of marijuana legality in the United States is complex and rapidly evolving at the state level. A growing number of states have legalized cannabis for medical and/or recreational use, creating a patchwork of state laws that often stand in direct […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Family Law Attorney | www.askthelawyer.us Marriage is one of life’s most significant decisions, a commitment that intertwines two lives profoundly. While the excitement of love and partnership often dominates the engagement period, taking time for deep, honest self-reflection is the most critical step before walking down the aisle. An article […]
By Aamir S. Kumar In a political landscape often characterized by calculated moves and carefully worded statements, Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani’s recent remarks regarding his endorsement strategy in New York City’s ranked-choice voting system have sparked considerable debate. The core of the controversy lies in his apparent recommendation to vote for a candidate as “number one,” […]
For many of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, when many people dust off their grills to celebrate the holiday and prepare for outdoor cooking in the warmer months ahead. As they do, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) offers important safety tips and guidelines to help ensure that the grilling season remains […]
