The New York Times reported July 30, 2009 that Charles E. Schumer, along with three other Senators are sponsoring a bill to curb texting while driving. The legislature in New York recently passed such a measure and sent it to the governor for a signature. Currently texting while driving is banned only in 14 states. Studies have shown that it is at least as dangerous as drinking and driving. The federal bill would exert pressure on States by withholding federal highway funds if they do not outlaw texting and emailing while driving.
Law Firm Employment Agreements And Ethical Issues
January 21, 2013
As a New York attorney who has dealt with cases involving employment agreements between law firms and their partners/associates I often find that many times these agreements will contain provisions that do not stand up to the ethical code. Employment agreements which limit a client’s right to choose