The recent Supreme Court of the United States’ decision in Muldrow v. City of St. Louis (muldrow) drastically lowered the standard that district...
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What Obligations do Private Schools Have Towards Special Need Students?
Schools are the bridge between a child’s future success and their educational needs. Under certain federal laws, schools have the obligation to...
What Should New York School Administrators Know About Bus Safety Regulations?
On September 21, 2023, Farmingdale High School in Long Island was involved in a charter bus accident on Interstate 84 in Wawayanda, a town in Orange...
What Updates did NYS Make to the Model Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy?
On April 11, 2023, the New York State Department of Labor issued changes to New York State’s Model Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy. The Model...
When Handling a Negative Review
Refraining from retaliating, and being responsive to criticism can mitigate the effects of a negative review. When building your company’s online presence, maintain a consistent voice.
When Should an Employer Consider Contacting a Litigation Attorney?
Employers are encouraged to take preventative measures to avoid employment claims by providing employees with up-to-date handbooks that outline the...
Which State Governs in a Multi-State Employment Situation?
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the shift to a remote workplace has increased across employment fields. Although a remote environment has provided an...
Why has the Pandemic Resulted in a Permanent Change in Student Education?
Covid-19 was not just a public health crisis that plagued the world, it also managed to creep its way into American schools and caused students...
Why is it Important to Have an Employee Handbook?
A well-drafted employee handbook has many benefits, including: Legal Protection: The most vital benefit of having an employee handbook is that it...
Women’s Equality Act Bills Expand Employment Discrimination Laws
On October 21, 2015, New York Governor Cuomo signed a series of bills that are commonly referred to as pieces of the Women’s Equality Act. These...