The number of wage-and-hour lawsuits has skyrocketed in New York federal courts, exceeding already-accelerating national trends.
The lawsuits, brought by workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act, generally claim employers did not pay sufficient wages or overtime, often contending they misclassified workers as exempt from overtime payments.
Among New York’s four federal district courts, the largest increases […]
Lawyers, rightly or wrongly, often have a reputation for being somewhat less than straightforward and honorable. However, by taking the time to learn about selecting and working together with a lawyer, you will come to see that not all lawyers are created equal. Continue reading to learn ways to make your relationship with the legal […]
Accident victims are entitled to compensation for their injuries when they’ve been hurt through no fault of their own. Most likely they’ve been injured in an automobile accident, since that is the No. 1 accident. They also could have been injured when a neighbor’s dog came onto their property and bit them. Perhaps they […]
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Selecting a lawyer is not always easy. Many people find themselves confused as to what type of lawyer to choose for the issues they are facing. Each legal dilemma that occurs is not the same as the next one, and you need the right lawyer who has the […]
Medical malpractice occurs when a hospital, doctor or other health care professional, through a negligent act or omission, causes an injury to a patient. The negligence might be the result of errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare or health management.
To be considered medical malpractice under the law, the claim must have the following characteristics:
