Now that you've sent your child(ren) off to college, you and your child(ren) will need to take some simple steps to ensure that, in the event of an emergency, you will be able to make health care and financial decisions for your child(ren) and have access to your child(ren)’s medical information and financial account if your child(ren) are age 18 or older. The same is true if you are to have access to your child(ren)’s educational records.

SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH: Everyone, from individuals to organizations and businesses, can start now

What do printer ink, client lunches, and shipping costs all have in common? They're business expenses—the costs incurred while operating your business. And, as long as you run a for-profit company, you can deduct many of these expenses from your taxable income to help your business's finances at tax time.

On July 14, 2022, the New York City Council introduced legislation that would allow employees to file a civil action against their employers to enforce their rights under the New York City Earned Safe and Sick Time Act. Currently, employees seeking recourse are limited to filing an administrative complaint with the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection.

A proposed bill in New York City would give employees a private right of action under NYC's Paid Safe and Sick Leave Law.

If you leave no Will or your Will is declared invalid because it was improperly prepared or is not admissible to probates, there are a myriad of things that can go horribly wrong.

While we wait for the outcome of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, there are some crucial employment-related factors to keep in mind.

Almost everyone has heard of trusts, sometimes in reference to someone being a beneficiary. Despite the common misconception that trusts are only for the wealthy, they are a useful tool for estate planning of all sizes.

Employers should be aware that New York State has pass a law that requires employers to reference an established hotline in any material they post or send to employees regarding sexual harassment, including handbooks, policies, and workplace posters!

Have you experienced some life changes recently? If so, you might want to update your Living Will. For family members and caregivers, it is always helpful.

When separating or filing for divorce, there is more to it than meets the eye. Tax considerations also come into play and can influence how you file. With so many provisions, it's best to be informed.

Business travel can be costly. Hotel fees, plane or train tickets, cab fares, and public transportation can add up quickly. Having said that, did you know that business travelers may be able to deduct some of these expenses by claiming business travel deductions when filing their taxes?