The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. We wish you a safe and happy holiday season and a healthy and prosperous New Year. The post Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at Hayes & Simon, P.C. appeared first on The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. | Int'l Law Firm. The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. | Int'l Law Firm by The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. | Int'l Law Firm - Locally Connected - Globally Experienced International Law Firm ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. The U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) under the President Biden Administration is shifting the focus of the enforcement of the U.S. Antitrust Laws from the protection of consumers to protecting workers. The following case is an example of this shift. We shall be updating the reader on additional updates to U.S. Antitrust/Competition Law that we believe may be useful and interesting for our readers. If you are interested in a discussion of proposed amendments to NY Antitrust Laws please see: Proposed Amendments to New York Antitrust Laws. A for ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. Our firm’s managing partner, Attorney Sean Hayes is representing, pro bono, the family of Mr. Carlos Lopez who was shot and killed by NYPD.  According to the family of Mr. Lopez, undercover police officers in response to a shooting incident mistook Mr. Lopez as the perpetrator of the shooting and shot and killed Mr. Lopez.  Attorney Hayes is requesting a full investigation of the shooting.   Photo Courtesy of News12 In a News 12 interview, Attorney Hayes confirmed that new evidence was obtained that shall prove that Mr. Carlo ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. From all of us at Hayes & Simon, P.C., we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! And accept our sincere thanks for your loyalty throughout the year. The post Happy Thanksgiving appeared first on The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. | Int'l Law Firm. The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. | Int'l Law Firm by The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. | Int'l Law Firm - Locally Connected - Globally Experienced International Law Firm ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. New York City to require vaccinations to enter all gyms and restaurants As cannabis is legalized in New York, PharmaCann launches ambitious IPO Supreme Court blocks part of New York COVID eviction ban NY State raisies the age of consent, blocking child marriage Rudy Giuliani set to face ethics probe in New York All the latest New York legal news headlines from Hayes & Simons For a no-charge consultation with a New York lawyer, schedule a call with our Managing Partner Sean Hayes. Similar Posts: New New York Law Office of Hayes ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. Law & Order’ Actor Indicted For Murder In New York For Shooting A Man Virtual wedding ceremonies are no longer legal in the state of New York Johnson & Johnson settles New York opioid lawsuit for $230 million Rudy Giuliani barred from practicing law in New York News Corp settle New York Anti-Trust Lawsuit All the latest New York legal news headlines from Hayes & Simons For a no-charge consultation with a New York lawyer, schedule a call with our Managing Partner Sean Hayes. Similar Posts: New New York Law Office of Hayes ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. Clearview AI raises $30 millions despite New York Legal Issues US Legal industry to consider focus outside of New York US Supreme Court to Review New York Gun Laws New York Senator to speed up Legal Cannabis program in the city Further COVID regulations set to be introduced in New York All the latest New York legal news headlines from Hayes & Simons For a no-charge consultation with a New York lawyer, schedule a call with our Managing Partner Sean Hayes. Similar Posts: New New York Law Office of Hayes & Simon Opens on Wall S ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. Coercion and Extortion have similarities, but these crimes have distinct elements that make them unique under the New York Penal Law. Charges of extortion and coercion allege that a defendant has used the threat of property damage or force to compel another person to do something that they would have otherwise not done unless for the threat. These are serious allegations, and conviction for either extortion or coercion can result in a lengthy prison sentence. What is Coercion under NY Penal Law? Coercion in the third degree (NY Penal Law, Secti ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. In our previous article on whistleblowers in NY we mentioned that “If an employee is fired for reporting a violation of law which creates and presents a specific danger to public health or safety, or is fired for refusing to participate in such an activity, then the employer may be exposed to a claim for back pay, reinstatement and attorney’s fees by the whistle-blowing employee.” There are two laws, in New York that protect the whistleblower from retaliatory action of their employers in New York. The first one is under New York Labor Law § 740 ..read more

The New York Law Blog by Hayes & Simon, P.C. In New York City, residents are protected from “harassment” by debt collection agencies under New York Consumer Protection Law. And the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) is the main agency that handles complaints related to debt collection issues. DCA also ensures that New York residents are protected from abusive practices of companies. Debt Collection Guidelines in New York DCA License – Debt collection agencies who are collecting debts from residents of New York City are required to secure a license from DCA in order to legally collect d ..read more