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Frequently-Asked Questions About Our Legal Consultations

Nance Schick · Jan 6, 2025 ·

It can be frightening to realize you might need a legal consultation. Let us put you at ease with these answers to some frequently-asked questions. Do you charge for a legal consultation? Yes. We …

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There Is No Self-Made Success

Nance Schick · Dec 30, 2024 ·

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As 2024 comes to an end, can we also stop spreading the myth of the self-made success? Name me one person who did not require the contribution of another to reach the levels of success currently …

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Which Employee Policies are Required in New York State?

Nance Schick · Dec 2, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post is a general overview of required employee policies for New York employers, which change regularly. Nothing in this post is legal advice. If you require legal advice applied to …

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Distinguishing Employment Agreements from Policies, Handbooks, and Manuals

Nance Schick · Nov 25, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post is a general overview of organizational and employer documents. It does not contain legal advice. If you require legal advice applied to your unique situation, please make an …

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Do New York State Employers Need Employee Handbooks?

Nance Schick · Nov 18, 2024 ·

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New York State employers with small workforces often ask us whether they need to have an employee handbook. Technically, there is no legal requirement for a formal bound handbook. However, there are …

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Why Does a Super Lawyer Rating Matter?

admin · Nov 5, 2024 ·

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Over the past few days, I have seen several esteemed colleagues announce their 2024 Super Lawyers ratings. I almost forgot that I was rated a top lawyer in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for the …

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How to Use Restrictive Covenants to Enhance the Employment Partnership

Nance Schick · Oct 28, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of restrictive covenants. It is not legal advice. If you require legal counsel, please make an appointment to discuss your unique circumstances with an …

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Why Equity is Such a Difficult Concept

Nance Schick · Oct 21, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of workplace. It is not legal advice. If you require legal counsel, please make an appointment to discuss your unique circumstances with an experienced …

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Frequently-Asked Questions About Employment Mediation

Nance Schick · Oct 14, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of employment mediation. It is not legal advice, and there is certainly no guarantee that choosing mediation will generate a specific result. Past …

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The Hidden Value of Leadership Experience: A Call to Serve

Nance Schick · Sep 30, 2024 ·

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In my work as an employment attorney and mediator, employees frequently ask me how important leadership experience is before they seek promotion to management. To many, it seems a management title and …

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