By Claudia Irizarry Aponte | Editorial Credit: Ben Fractenberg/THE CITY Influential health care union 1199SEIU urged postponing the April 1 start of a single administrator to replace hundreds of companies the governor has called a costly “racket.” Gov. Hochul pushed back Friday on a major health union’s demand that she delay moving home care for more […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Embarking on the journey of homeownership is a significant milestone, especially in New York State’s dynamic real estate landscape. Understanding how much you can borrow is a crucial first step in this process. This guide outlines the steps to assess your borrowing capacity and navigate the home-buying process effectively. Step 1: […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Ron Adar & rblfmr / Shutterstock.com| Photos from Left to Right: Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani & Adrienne Adams New York City’s 2025 primaries will once again utilize Ranked Choice Voting (RCV), a system designed to reflect voter preferences more accurately and promote inclusive elections. […]
By:(Ms. Megan S. Lemly) Navy Office of Community Outreach | Editorial credit: DLeng / Shutterstock.com Hello, U.S. Navy sailors serve and protect from around the globe, and every sailor got their start somewhere. Below you’ll find information about a sailor with ties to your area. You’re welcome to run this content as a news item […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The length of time it takes to finalize a divorce in New York State (NYS) depends on several factors, including whether the divorce is contested or uncontested, the complexity of property division, and whether there are disputes over child custody or support. While some divorces can be completed in a few […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Dividing assets in a divorce is one of the most contentious aspects of dissolving a marriage. Many people assume that a divorce settlement means a 50/50 split of all assets, but this is not necessarily the case in New York State. Instead of community property laws, New York follows equitable distribution […]
By Alex Zimmerman and Michael Elsen-Rooney, chalkbeat.org New York City elementary schools have been ordered to step up preparation for next month’s state reading tests, a so-called “sprint” to boost scores that is raising eyebrows among educators and experts. District officials have asked principals to focus extra test prep on students in grades 3-5 who […]
By Katie Honan, Gwynne Hogan and Samantha Maldonado, THE CITY | Editorial credit: Ben Fractenberg/THE CITY New York City Mayor Eric Adams was denied city-funded matching funds on Monday in the latest blow to his flagging reelection bid. Other candidates were able to boast about their recent fundraising efforts. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo raised what he said was […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In New York State, separation before divorce depends on the type of divorce being pursued. While no-fault divorce does not require a mandatory separation period, some couples may choose legal separation as a pathway to divorce. The required separation time varies based on whether the divorce is based on separation agreement, […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Estate planning is a critical step in ensuring your wealth is passed down according to your wishes. If you want to leave an inheritance for your children but not their spouses in New York State, careful legal planning is essential. Without the right protections in place, assets you leave to your […]