The Paradox of Plenty: Why Guyana’s Local Content Law Needs a Reality Check
By: Dr. Vivian M. Williams, Esq. In October 2022, the Guyana Business Journal (GBJ) challenged a panel of experts to deliberate on how Guyana could maximize local capture from its oil and gas sector. The question is pregnant with possibilities. However, Guyana, like other developing countries before it, assumes that a local content law is […]
How to Avoid Creating a Hostile Work Environment as an Employer
One of the major responsibilities of a Human Resource Manager is to create a safe, comfortable, and non-hostile work environment for the employees. As an employer, you must make sure that all your employees are treated equally. Discrimination, harassment, and unequal treatment of employees may constitute a hostile work environment. The consequences of a hostile […]
Business Contracts: Why Hiring the Right Attorney Is Paramount
Businesses utilize lawyers for various reasons, most notably when they are brawling in legal battles against competitors and need protection from various legal claims. In addition to this, both start-ups and renowned companies will also turn to attorneys when they need experts to register new ventures, purchase or lease property, finance agreements, and service agreements […]
VACCINATING IMMIGRANT CHILDREN FROM COVID-19 REQUIRES THINKING OUT OF THE BOX
New York, NY – As vaccine hesitancy continues to undermine COVID-19 vaccination efforts, a New York crisis management lawyer
Arbitration and How it Helps in Legal Cases
New York City business Lawyers deal with different iterations of civil law.
Real Estate Disclosures: What You Need to Know
Disclosures are a crucial part of any real estate translation. Regardless of if you are buying or selling your home, you should be familiar with disclosures and understand that even though they are meant to reveal any defects in a home, not everyone plays by the rules. To learn more about disclosures, contact a New […]
I Can’t Breathe! From COVID to Social Injustice – Why People of Color are Suffocating
Social injustice and equality now sit at the top of the agenda of global leaders and corporate executives. Outrage on social media over the death of George Floyd spilled unto the street and into boardrooms. Consequently, rioting in major cities across the world, turned May/June into months of riots. People all over the world are […]
Visa Problems? Your Next Step
Immigration issues can be very complex and challenging, leading to feelings of frustration or disappointment. If you are having visa problems, you may be at risk of having to leave the United States, or not being able to enter in the first place. Visa problems have been the cause of many issues for families and […]
Closing on Your New Home: Three Things You Need to Know Before Signing on the Dotted Line
You’ve finally found the perfect home in the perfect New York City location, and it’s in your price range too. Now it’s time to sign on the dotted line on a contract to purchase. It seems routine, but there can be complications after you sign off. That’s why you want the contract reviewed by a […]
Can an Immigration Lawyer Help You?
What is Immigration Law? Immigration law refers to a set of rules that were established by the federal government regarding who can come to the country. These rules also determine how long a person can stay in the country. Additionally, immigration law determines how people who violate the rules are punished. The United States has […]