Understanding Citibank’s Recent Layoffs and the Importance of a Severance Agreement Lawyer in New York On April 1, 2024, Citibank announced that they would be laying off 430 employees from their New York office. If you have If you have recently been subjected to a layoff or reduction in force, you may want to speak to an attorney to understand your rights.  In a move that reflects the changing dynamics within the banking sector, Citigroup has announced a significant reduction in its workforce across several divisions in New York, marking a pivotal and challenging moment for employees ..read more

REDUCTIONS IN FORCE (RIF) LEGAL REQUIREMENTS, ILLEGITIMATE RIFS AND KNOWING WHAT TO DO A time may come when your position gets eliminated, and a Reduction in Force (RIF) impacts you. This is obviously an extremely disconcerting turn of events that can alter the trajectory of your life. If this happens, you should know your rights if an employer wrongfully subjects you to a RIF, mass layoff, or facility/branch closing When RIFs Are Used Employers may implement a Reduction in Force – RIF through voluntary employment terminations such as offering early retirement incentives or may simply seek to ..read more

Legal Help In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence In academics, the principles of integrity and fairness are paramount. However, when these principles are challenged or violated, the consequences can be severe, affecting a student’s academic record, career prospects, and personal reputation. The same goes true for teachers and professors accused of misconduct. This is where the expertise of attorneys specializing in academic integrity and misconduct comes into play, offering crucial guidance, investigatory resources and representation to navigate these turbulent waters. Understanding Academic I ..read more

Table of Contents Spinal cord injuries stand as some of the most profound and life-altering outcomes following spinal cord accidents. Whether these injuries stem from motor vehicle collisions, slips and falls, or workplace incidents, the ramifications extend beyond physical harm, affecting emotional and financial stability. Grasping the legal options and support systems available is vital for individuals affected by spinal cord injuries. The Reality of Spinal Cord Injuries: Statistics and Implications The prevalence of spinal cord injuries, often the result of spinal cord accidents, is ..read more

Deadly Truck Accidents In New York Make Up More And More of Total Fatalities In Traffic Collisions New York City, with its population of over 8 million people, dizzying traffic rules, confusing street patterns, delivery trucks, restaurant sheds, and tens of thousands of vehicles – can be a dangerous place to be a pedestrian, driver, or passenger. Truck accidents are increasingly comprising more and more of total vehicular traffic fatalities in NY. This is not good news as truck accidents are almost 20% more likely to involve more than one other type of vehicle. Injuries from truck accidents in ..read more

FEELING MARGINALIZED? RECENTLY TRANSFERRED? DEFLATED OR INFLATED RESPONSIBILITIES? AND/OR GIVEN A RETALIATORY PIP? THIS ARTICLE IS FOR YOU: EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY ADVICE. When Is It Time To Hire An Employment Attorney Sometimes shifts occur in the employment dynamic giving rise to a sense that things may not be going well for you. If you are “lucky,” you will pick up on the changing dynamic before it is “too late.” Whether it be a new manager, hellbent on shuffling the deck or bringing in his/her own loyalists or someone brought in to wield the hatchet and remove you from the company, existential ..read more

New York, New York – When Vision Zero was created in 2014, the stated goal was for New York City to “end all traffic fatalities and severe injuries” within a ten year period. The ten year mark will be next year, 2024, and unfortunately, zero traffic-related deaths and injuries for NYC pedestrians and motorists looks out of reach. New York City unfortunately remains a place where there is a high incidence of motor vehicle, pedestrian, and bike fatalities and injuries.  Read below for a data-based analysis of 2023 trends for NYC pedestrian accidents, car accidents, bike accidents, truck a ..read more

Each year, Thomson Reuters selects the top attorneys in the New York metro area by soliciting top legal experts and attorneys for recommendations, evaluating client reviews, case results, and performing comprehensive reviews of law firms across the country. Fewer than 5% of attorneys nationwide are chosen. Congrats to Attorney Jack Giordano for his selection for ten years in a row. Achieving recognition as a Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer is an extraordinary accomplishment for any attorney. It’s a testament to not only one’s legal expertise but also their commitment to delivering exceptional re ..read more

Know Your Rights! Whether or not you have been a victim of workplace or employment discrimination in NYC, it is important to know your rights! Here are the 4 Key Takeaways from recent NYC Employment Discrimination Laws: New York City Workplace Discrimination Is On The Rise: Despite the fact that many New Yorker employees still work in a hybrid format in our post-pandemic workplace, workplace discrimination is on the rise. The US Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reported that their agency received over 73,000 new discrimination charges in 2022, a 20% new increase from the ..read more

Giordano Law Office, our background, in the News as Advocates for abused Prisoners and Inmates In a world where accountability is often swept under the rug, New York City-based Giordano Law Office stands as a beacon of hope for families who have suffered the unimaginable. These are families whose loved ones were killed, died, or were seriously injured while in jail or prison. A deeply specialized branch of civil rights and personal injury law, these cases require expert knowledge and skillful litigation to ensure the victims and their families are rightfully compensated. Giordano Law Office, l ..read more