Attorney General James Files Brief Opposing ICE Courthouse Arrests
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NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today took action to stop U.S. Immigration and Customs …
Incest: A Family’s Dirty Secret – Rights, Responsibilities, and the Path to Healing
By: Janet Howard
Protecting Victims, Parental Duties, and Legal Rights
Incest is one of the most damaging forms of abuse, leaving deep emotional, psychological, …
The Dangers of Filing an Uncontested Divorce Instead of a Contested Divorce in New York State
By Brian Figeroux, Esq.
Divorce is a significant legal and financial decision that requires careful consideration of its long-term consequences. In New York State …
A Step-by-Step Guide to Collecting Surplus Money in Foreclosure Actions Under RPAPL §1361 in New York
By Brian Figeroux, Esq.
In New York, when a foreclosed property is sold for more than the outstanding mortgage debt and associated costs, the …
Historical Context of Guantánamo Bay Detention Practices and Modern Immigrant Rights Under President Trump
By Brian Figeroux, Esq.
Guantánamo Bay, located on the southeastern coast of Cuba, has been under U.S. control since 1903. Its detention facility gained …
Protecting Your Bank Account from Debt Collectors: Understanding the Exempt Income Protection Act (EIPA)
By Brian Figeroux, Esq.
If a court determines that you owe money to an individual or a company, the creditor or debt collector may …
Attorney General James Releases Tips for New Yorkers to Protect Themselves from Predatory Debt Collectors
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NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today released a guide to help New Yorkers use the …
Victims of Certain Crimes Understanding the U Visa Eligibility and Application Process
By Brian Figeroux, Esq.
The U Visa is a nonimmigrant visa in the United States designed to provide legal status to victims of certain …
Adams Attacks the Constitutional Rights of Immigrant NYers
By Chris Tobias | Editorial credit: Ron Adar / shutterstock.com
At his weekly Tuesday press briefing, Mayor Adams expressed on that he is open …
Derivative Citizenship Before and After the Child Citizenship Act of 2001
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Fernanda_Reyes / shutterstock.com
Citizenship is one of the most valuable statuses an individual can acquire, offering legal …