File a complaint with the New York State Office of the Attorney General here. The Attorney General’s office handles complaints on a wide variety of issues, from Lemon Law violations with automobiles to discrimination to more general consumer complaints. Explore this page to best determine how to move forward with your complaint.
We introduce you to the CEO of a consulting group with a passion for helping companies move their corporate culture into the 21st century. In addition, we’re joined by the owner of an Upstate New York creative marketing agency who offers advice on pursuing one’s interests. We also take a look at some encouraging economic trends in New York. Lastly, we explore labor law with attorney Ron Dunn.
Even with a law degree and additional experience in the military and the Peace Corps, Leslie is having trouble finding employment. We’ll find out what this former state attorney does to remain positive in a tough economy. Also, as tax season is upon us, we speak to professionals who can offer some helpful tips on how to get the most out of your taxes. Plus, we explore how green jobs may provide new employment opportunities now and in the years ahead.
Learn how to spot and fight illegal debt collection tactics and know the consumer safeguards that are in place by law.
Learn more about your legal rights in the areas of credit, debt and other consumer law issues. To find legal assistance available in your area, visit LawHelp.org/NY and click on ‘Consumer.’ En Espanol: ayudalegalny.org y clik ‘Consumidor.’
Learn more about your rights in the areas of public benefits, supplemental nutrition assistance/food stamps, health benefits and child support. Search for help in public benefits, family law, divorce, child custody and domestic violence. To find legal assistance available in your area, visit LawHelp.org/NY and click on ‘Family and Juvenile,’ ‘Health’ or ‘Public Benefits.’ En Espanol: ayudalegalny.org y clik ‘Familia y Menores,’ ‘Salud,’ ‘Beneficios Publicos.’
Learn more about your legal rights in employment, unemployment and employment discrimination. To find legal assistance available in your area, visit LawHelp.org/NY and click on ‘Workers Rights.’ En Espanol: ayudalegalny.org y clik ‘Derechos del Trabajador.’
Leslie worked as an attorney for New York State, but after taking a five-day leave of absence, she was told to either resign or face termination. With a law degree from SUNY-Buffalo and additional experience in both the military and the Peace Corps, she never thought she’d find herself in this position. She combines a yoga regimen with constant job searching to stay positive.
Leslie says: ‘When you’re not in the workforce, you’re pretty much marginalized. You feel like you’re on the fringe of society.’ | • Watch Video
A change in labor law on Nov. 24, 2009 gives more protection to employees who complain to their employer about labor law violations or who report violations to the Department of Labor. Find out how to handle a potential labor law violation by your employer here. Or, call 1-888-52-LABOR, or send the New York State Department of Labor an e-mail.
The New York State Department of Labor offers information for workers on a wide array of topics related to employment law, labor standards, prevailing wage/public work, safety and health.
If you work more than 40 hours a week, you should get extra pay for the extra time you are working. Overtime laws apply to all workers. Click here for more information, or call 1-888-525-2267 to ask about filing a claim.
