By Greg B. Smith, THE CITY | Editorial credit: a katz / shutterstock.com Jesse Hamilton forced Cushman & Wakefield to assign Diana Boutross to city lease deals, according to a court complaint — before the duo jetted off to Japan with Adams’ soon-to-be-indicted chief advisor. A longtime associate of Mayor Eric Adams who oversees city […]
By Zach Ahmad , New York Civil Liberties Union | Editorial credit: Ameer Mussard-Afcari / shutterstock.com Trump’s efforts to expel millions of immigrants are a threat to all of us. New York State is home to nearly 700,000 undocumented immigrants. Most of them have lived in New York for more than a decade. They are our […]
By Greg B. Smith, THE CITY | Photo credit: Ben Fractenberg/THE CITY The Department of Investigation recommended in November that Michael Ryan resign, but months later, he’s still there. A behind-the-scenes Department of Investigation probe documented evidence that the white male director of the city’s election board routinely made racially insensitive and sexually suggestive remarks […]
Editorial Credit: David Peinado Romero / shutterstock.com Washington, DC — Today, the House of Representatives will vote on H.R. 29, “The Laken Riley Act.” America’s Voice urges a “no” vote: The following is a statement from Vanessa Cárdenas, Executive Director of America’s Voice: “This bill would empower state anti-immigrant zealots, like Ken Paxton and Kris Kobach, […]
By THE CONVERSATION Did you know that casual drinks with friends or having a “wine mom” moment to unwind could actually be nudging up your risk for breast cancer? It sounds like a buzzkill. But it’s a truth that many might not know: Alcohol actually causes breast cancer. The World Health Organization and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse […]
By Beauty, Health & Wellness Radio Show & Podcast The New Year brings a fresh opportunity to start anew, making it the perfect time to set health and fitness goals. Making yourself a priority is a powerful resolution that improves your physical well-being and boosts your mental and emotional health. Staying motivated on this journey […]
Planned Building Services Will End No-Poach Agreements That Suppress Wages and Limit Competition NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James and New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin today announced a settlement with Planned Building Services, Inc. and its related companies (Planned) for using illegal no-poach agreements that can lower employees’ wages, reduce competition, and restrict […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Causation is a fundamental principle in personal injury law, playing a central role in establishing liability. Without proving causation, plaintiffs cannot recover damages, regardless of how egregious the defendant’s behavior may seem. At the core of causation analysis is the “but-for” test, which examines whether the injury would have occurred but […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Alcohol consumption has long been a topic of public health concern, with numerous studies establishing a correlation between alcohol intake and an increased risk of various cancers. Despite this, awareness among the general public remains limited, partly due to historical suppression of information by the alcohol industry. This article delves into […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The similarities between the 19th-century opium trade and today’s alcohol and tobacco industries illustrate capitalism’s tendency to prioritize profit over public health. These examples highlight the ethical dilemmas posed by unregulated markets and emphasize the necessity for enhanced accountability and stricter regulations. Introduction The pursuit of wealth and economic dominance has […]