Case Results

Workplace Harassment in New York | Repeated Unwanted Conduct

This case study analyzes a New York–based employment dispute where repeated unwanted romantic advances by a male bus driver toward a female colleague were ultimately recognized as Workplace Harassment. The case is significant because it clarifies that Workplace Harassment under New York law does not require a formal supervisory relationship or clear hierarchical power. Instead, factual dominance arising from workplace demographics, seniority, persistence, and social pressure can be sufficient.The ruling underscores that even between co-workers of similar rank, conduct that causes psychological harm or degrades the work environment may constitute Workplace Harassment, justifying disciplinary action, including termination. This case provides critical guidance for employers, employees, and unions operating under New York labor and anti-discrimination laws.

Immigration Consultation F-1 Visa Approval After DWI

This case presents a detailed immigration consultation conducted in Washington D.C. for a Korean national seeking to return to the United States to complete an undergraduate degree following mandatory military service in Korea. Despite the presence of factors that could negatively affect nonimmigrant visa eligibility, including a prior DWI conviction resolved by a monetary fine and a historically low GPA, the applicant ultimately secured approval of an F-1 student visa. This outcome demonstrates how a carefully structured immigration consultation, grounded in U.S. immigration law and consular practice applicable to Washington D.C., can play a meaningful role in the visa adjudication process by addressing statutory concerns, evidentiary gaps, and credibility issues in a legally sound manner. The case highlights the importance of preparation, lawful framing of intent, and consistency with federal immigration standards applied by U.S. consular officers.

Unfair Dismissal in New York Confirmed Sham Plant Closure

This case study examines a high-profile Unfair Dismissal dispute in New York involving the closure of a manufacturing plant and the termination of unionized employees.The case highlights how New York courts scrutinize employer claims of business shutdowns when evidence suggests continued operations through affiliated entities. It also demonstrates how Unfair Dismissal and unlawful anti-union motives can overlap under New York labor law, resulting in significant legal consequences for employers.By analyzing the facts, court reasoning, and broader implications, this case provides critical guidance for employers, unions, and employees navigating plant closures, layoffs, and labor relations in New York. The ruling reinforces that Unfair Dismissal claims will succeed where a shutdown is used as a pretext to eliminate union activity rather than a genuine cessation of business.

DUI lawyer NYC | Repeat Drunk Driving Probation

This case explains how a DUI lawyer NYC successfully defended a client facing severe sentencing exposure under New York law despite an extensive prior history of alcohol related driving offenses.The matter involved a repeat driving while intoxicated arrest occurring within a residential complex and presented substantial risk of state prison incarceration.Through early intervention strategic mitigation and careful alignment with New York Vehicle and Traffic Law sentencing principles the defense achieved a probationary sentence rather than immediate confinement.