Author: Rudolph F.X. Migliore, P.C.
Why has Actos been linked to Bladder Cancer?
A potential issue regarding Actos and bladder cancer was publicly identified by the Food and Drug Administration in September 2010, close to the time when restrictions were placed on a similar drug, Avandia. The FDA began looking into the link between Actos and bladder cancer when they were presented with evidence of the link. But why does Actos increase the risk of bladder cancer?
We can start by ..read more
Author: Rudolph F.X. Migliore PC
Unfortunately, drug use on Long Island continues to be a major problem among today’s youth. Police should be commended, as they have stepped up both enforcement and monitoring in schools and high-risk areas. However, the fundamental addictive attributes of drugs makes it a difficult problem for schools, parents and the community to combat.
The at-times severe consequences are manifesting themselves in not only individual families but in our communities. Recently, several high-profile crimes on Long ..read more
Author: Law Offices of Rudolph FX Migliore, PC
Asbestos is a devastating lung disease caused by asbestos exposure. Victims of asbestos exposure may experience asbestosis, a respiratory disease that leads to scar tissue forming in the lungs. The scar tissue prevents the lungs from freely exchanging gases, expanding and contracting properly. Asbestos exposure is a life threatening disease which can cause cancer and even death. Victims who were exposed to asbestos should seek medical attention immediately. If they have been diagnosed ..read more
When It Comes to Employee Tips – The Rule is “Hands Off”
Author: Stephen D.Hans & Associates
Among the many wage and hour problems that often trip up unwary employers, issues relating to the handling of employee tips ranks near the top. There are a myriad of ways that a business can make mistakes when it comes to policies on tips and their effect on employees’ pay.
One common pitfall for some employers is embodied in Section 196-d of the New York Labor ..read more
Author: Cindy LeClaire
For the families of the 3000+ people who terrorists killed in the World Trade Center attack nearly 10 years ago, today’s news of the death of Osama Bin Ladan is welcome news.
As a woman who lost a dear brother and a cousin, the news brings tears to my eyes once again. My life and the lives of all the families who lost loved ones on 911 were deeply and indelibly affected.
This is a good time to say, “thank ..read more
Former cop Robin Marable gets $600K settlement after accusing NYPD of sexism
Author: Leeds Morelli & Brown, PC
Former cop Robin Marable settled a sex discrimination lawsuit against NYPD Deputy Inspector Valentim Neves for $600,000. Marable claimed Neves blocked her promotion to sergeant and brought bogus charges against her because she complained about sexism in the School Safety Division. Initially, Neves denied having a romantic relationship with a subordinate in the unit, however, after learning the city Law Department ..read more
I Need to Settle an Estate in New York. Now what?
Author: Law Offices of Bonnie Peters Lawston
If you are named executor or administrator of an estate in New York, where you live does not matter. All you need to do is hire an experienced attorney who is licensed to practice in New York to help you settle the estate.
The many channels of communication available today allow your attorney not only to send documents via regular mail, but also to expedite ..read more
Copiague Eatery Settles Suit for $800K Author: Leeds Morelli & Brown, PC
Mama’s Pizzeria and Restaurant, located in Copiague, has agreed to pay $800,000 to settle a U.S. Labor Department lawsuit. The lawsuit claims that the restaurant willfully failed to pay 40 current and former employees minimum wage and overtime.
The lawsuit was filed in 2009 after an investigation by the Labor Department’s Westbury office found that the restaurant’s workers often worked 70 to 80 hours a week without overtime. Without ..read more
Author: Sackstein Sackstein & Lee, LLP
If you fall asleep while driving and are responsible for injuring or killing other individuals, you are liable for negligence. A recent AAA survey tells us that 41% of drivers admit to nodding off or falling asleep at the wheel and one in six fatal vehicle crashes result from drowsy driving. Anyone who has driven the same roads over and over or travels long distances on monotonous highways knows that good old caffeine, cold air ..read more
Hate Crime at Harvard Targets Gays and Lesbians Author: Leeds Morelli & Brown, PC
Harvard cops are investigating what has been identified as a bias crime, after books on gay and lesbian issues found soaked in urine. A total of 40 books on gay and lesbian issues were found wet with urine at the school’s Lamont Library. The books dealt with issues such as same sex marriage. Library staff found an empty bottle nearby that appeared to have ..read more
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