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Two Sahn Ward Partners Took Leading Roles at the Annual Meeting of the New York State Bar Association, Celebrating Its 150th Anniversary

The Annual Meeting of the New York State Bar Association kicked off on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in Mid-Town Manhattan.  The Annual Meeting enabled lawyers from all over the state to meet with fellow practitioners, to network and to attend panels led by experts in their respective fields on topics that will impact their practice areas.  Two Sahn Ward Partners took leading roles at the Annual Meeting, serving as program chairs and sitting as panelists.

Firm Partner John Parker, Esq., who heads the Environmental, Energy and Resources Practice Group, serves as the Secretary of the Environmental and Energy Law Section, and also serves as a member of its Executive Committee and is Chair of the Legislation Committee.  In addition to his other leadership roles, John was also selected to serve as Program Chair for the Environmental and Energy Law Section at the Annual Meeting, which means that John was responsible for the content and professionals chosen to be panelists.  In his role as Program Chair, John was able to bring together a diverse schedule of experts and governmental regulators to discuss new and emerging legal issues that practitioners in Environmental and Energy Law will face in the coming years, particularly with the recent move away from supporting infrastructure for such things as wind farms, solar and battery-operated vehicles.

The panels that John organized will discuss the 50th Anniversary of Environmental Review Law (SEQRA), the changing role and responsibilities of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“USEPA”), the role of nuclear power to meet future energy needs, the increased energy demand in general and as a result of the increase in the use of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) in business, and the ethical issues and impacts with the use of AI in the environmental and energy regulatory context.  In addition to putting together this great program, John also moderated an important panel discussion with the federal USEPA.

Firm Partner Danielé (“Danny”) De Voe, Esq., who heads the Labor and Employment Law Practice Group, served as Panel Leader for a Labor and Employment Law Committee Panel at the Annual Meeting.

Danny’s panel discussed the current legal issues arising from the rise in multijurisdictional employment caused by the increase in remote work after the COVID-19 Pandemic. Danny and her co-panelist discussed the various tests utilized by the courts when determining which law(s) apply, everyday issues faced by employees and employers when applying benefits required by states (such as New York paid sick leave, paid prenatal leave, and Paid Family Leave), and the ethical considerations that lawyers face when advising clients in the current multijurisdictional work environment.

John and Danny taking on leadership roles and being asked to serve as panelists at the Annual Meeting this week due to their respective expertise are just two examples of the many ways that Sahn Ward’s attorneys have become thought leaders in their fields.

For more information, visit www.sahnward.com.

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Two Sahn Ward Partners Took Leading Roles at the Annual Meeting of the New York State Bar Association, Celebrating Its 150th Anniversary

The Annual Meeting of the New York State Bar Association kicked off on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in Mid-Town Manhattan.  The Annual Meeting enabled lawyers from all over the state to meet with fellow practitioners, to network and to attend panels led by experts in their respective fields on topics that will impact their practice areas.  Two Sahn Ward Partners took leading roles at the Annual Meeting, serving as program chairs and sitting as panelists.

Firm Partner John Parker, Esq., who heads the Environmental, Energy and Resources Practice Group, serves as the Secretary of the Environmental and Energy Law Section, and also serves as a member of its Executive Committee and is Chair of the Legislation Committee.  In addition to his other leadership roles, John was also selected to serve as Program Chair for the Environmental and Energy Law Section at the Annual Meeting, which means that John was responsible for the content and professionals chosen to be panelists.  In his role as Program Chair, John was able to bring together a diverse schedule of experts and governmental regulators to discuss new and emerging legal issues that practitioners in Environmental and Energy Law will face in the coming years, particularly with the recent move away from supporting infrastructure for such things as wind farms, solar and battery-operated vehicles.

The panels that John organized will discuss the 50th Anniversary of Environmental Review Law (SEQRA), the changing role and responsibilities of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“USEPA”), the role of nuclear power to meet future energy needs, the increased energy demand in general and as a result of the increase in the use of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) in business, and the ethical issues and impacts with the use of AI in the environmental and energy regulatory context.  In addition to putting together this great program, John also moderated an important panel discussion with the federal USEPA.

Firm Partner Danielé (“Danny”) De Voe, Esq., who heads the Labor and Employment Law Practice Group, served as Panel Leader for a Labor and Employment Law Committee Panel at the Annual Meeting.

Danny’s panel discussed the current legal issues arising from the rise in multijurisdictional employment caused by the increase in remote work after the COVID-19 Pandemic. Danny and her co-panelist discussed the various tests utilized by the courts when determining which law(s) apply, everyday issues faced by employees and employers when applying benefits required by states (such as New York paid sick leave, paid prenatal leave, and Paid Family Leave), and the ethical considerations that lawyers face when advising clients in the current multijurisdictional work environment.

John and Danny taking on leadership roles and being asked to serve as panelists at the Annual Meeting this week due to their respective expertise are just two examples of the many ways that Sahn Ward’s attorneys have become thought leaders in their fields.

For more information, visit www.sahnward.com.

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Aviation Attorney Urges Review of Aircraft Maintenance Records After Fatal Southwest Texas Crash

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — As federal investigators work to determine what caused a fatal plane crash in southwest Texas, a prominent aviation attorney is urging authorities to closely examine the aircraft’s maintenance history, calling it a critical step in understanding what went wrong.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the January 8 crash of a Beechcraft A36 Bonanza that went down in a marsh near Sabine Pass, Texas, killing the 71-year-old pilot, who was flying from Jennings, Louisiana to Galveston, Texas.

According to flight data, the aircraft departed at 1:52 p.m. local time. Just over an hour later, around 3 p.m., the plane experienced a sudden increase in speed before rapidly losing altitude and crashing near Knight Lake. The pilot’s body was not recovered until the following day.

FlightAware data shows the aircraft was flying at approximately 5,900 feet and traveling at 194 miles per hour shortly before the crash.

“There are still many unanswered questions surrounding this tragedy,” said aviation attorney Keith Williams of The Keith Williams Law Group. “When an aircraft accelerates unexpectedly and then loses altitude, investigators must look closely at whether a mechanical or maintenance-related issue played a role. That’s why reviewing the maintenance logs is so important.”

Williams emphasized that maintenance records can reveal whether required inspections were completed, whether known issues were properly addressed, and whether the aircraft was airworthy at the time of the flight.

“The NTSB’s investigation will take time, but the public deserves transparency,” Williams said. “Understanding whether this was a mechanical failure, a maintenance oversight, or something else entirely is essential—not just for accountability, but for aviation safety as a whole.”

The NTSB has not yet released preliminary findings. The investigation remains ongoing.

In addition to his practice, Williams is the Past Chair of the American Association for Justice’s Aviation Litigation Section, and he is a member of the Aviation and Space Law Committee of the American Bar Association’s Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section. Mr. Williams is also a member and past president of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association.

For more information, call (615) 444-2900 or visit www.keithwilliamslawgroup.com.

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About Keith Williams Law Group

With two convenient locations, one in downtown Nashville and the other on the historic town square in Lebanon, Keith Williams Law Group can help its clients achieve the maximum possible compensation for their injuries. Its attorneys represent those who have been injured as a result of car accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, aviation accidents, highway work zone accidents, defective products, and trucker broker negligence. For more information, call (615) 444-2900 or visit www.keithwilliamslawgroup.com.

Christopher DeNicola Promoted to Partner

Sahn Ward Braff Coschignano, PLLC is excited and pleased to announce the promotion of Christopher R. DeNicola to Partner.

Mr. DeNicola concentrates his practice in New York City zoning and land use planning. In this role, he represents the Firm’s clients, including real estate owners, developers, lenders and not-for-profit institutions in a wide range of matters including development rights transactions, zoning reviews and analyses, discretionary approvals from City agencies, easement transactions and construction license and access agreements.

Firm Member Daniel Braff leads the New York City Zoning and Land Use practice. Mr. DeNicola’s promotion will strengthen our abilities to serve our New York City clients.

Mr. DeNicola was selected by Super Lawyers to the Metro New York Rising Star List in 2025 in recognition of his talents and accomplishments.

Mr. DeNicola is a member of the New York City Bar Association, the Nassau County Bar Association and has contributed articles to several publications such as the Nassau Lawyer.

“We are extremely proud to promote Chris to Partner of the Firm,” said Michael Sahn, the Firm’s Co-Managing Member. “Chris is an exceptionally accomplished, knowledgeable and dedicated lawyer. He is vital part of our practice, and he has earned the respect and confidence of our clients and his colleagues at the Firm. Chris is a role model for all of us in his engagement and dedication to our clients.”

“I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues and serving the Firm’s clients in this new capacity,” Mr. DeNicola said. “I cannot thank the Firm’s members, and the rest of the SWBC team, enough for this incredible opportunity.”

For more information, visit www.sahnward.com.

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Samuel L. Bifulco Promoted to Partner

Sahn Ward Braff Coschignano, PLLC is excited and pleased to announce the promotion of Samuel L. Bifulco to Partner.

Mr. Bifulco concentrates his practice in zoning and land use planning, real estate law and transactions, municipal law and legislative practice, corporate law, and estate planning. He represents clients throughout Long Island, with a primary focus on municipalities in Suffolk County.

Based in our Hauppauge office, Mr. Bifulco represents private and public clients, as well as not-for-profit institutions, in a broad range of matters. He recently guided several significant commercial and residential developments through the entitlement and approval process. Mr. Bifulco also counsels small businesses, construction groups, and real estate operating companies on day-to-day business operations and real estate development strategies.

In recognition of his professional achievements, Mr. Bifulco was selected to the 2025 Super Lawyers Metro New York Rising Stars list, the Herald Community Newspapers Top Lawyers of Long Island Rising Stars list, and was named a recipient of the Long Island Business News 40 under 40 Award.

Outside of his legal practice, Mr. Bifulco has founded and led numerous philanthropic organizations over the years. He currently serves as President of the St. Joseph’s University Alumni Association where he represents over 42,000 alumni and serves as Chair of the Long Island Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship Committee. Mr. Bifulco sits on the Executive Board of the Centereach Civic Association, which focuses on community outreach and public improvement in the Centereach and greater Brookhaven Town communities. He is also a member of the Middle Country Chamber of Commerce, the American Bar Association, the New York State Bar Association, and the Suffolk County Bar Association.

“We are extremely proud to promote Sam to Partner of the Firm,” said Michael Sahn, the Firm’s Co-Managing Member. “Sam is an exceptionally accomplished and dedicated lawyer. He is a vital part of our practice, and he has earned the respect and confidence of our clients and his colleagues at the Firm. We greatly respect Sam’s commitment to community service and pro-bono work. Sam is a role model for all of us in his engagement with our clients and his community.”

“I welcome the opportunity to collaborate with my colleagues and serve the Firm’s clients in this new capacity,” Mr. Bifulco said. “I am grateful to the Firm’s members for the trust they have placed in me for this incredible opportunity and am thankful for the entire SWBC team for their collaboration and support. I look forward to continuing to help grow the Firm’s profile, while providing the highest quality of legal representation, as we collectively pursue our meaningful mission to shape our region through smart development for all those who live, work, and enjoy all that Long Island has to offer.”

Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Bifulco spent nearly a decade working at the Town of Brookhaven in various capacities. Mr. Bifulco served as the Executive Assistant in the Brookhaven Town Law Department where he managed the Town’s unsafe structure program, prosecuted Town code violations in the Sixth District Court, and helped oversee and conference case files. His work under prominent elected officials, including County Executive Edward P. Romaine and Town Supervisor Daniel J. Panico, provided him with the experience necessary to navigate complex land use, zoning, and planning processes across Long Island.

Mr. Bifulco is admitted to practice law in the State of New York. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in Central Islip, graduating summa cum laude. Before law school, Mr. Bifulco graduated with distinction from Stony Brook University, where he earned a Master of Arts in Public Policy and from St. Joseph’s University with a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Political Science, Criminal Justice, and Human Relations.

For more information, visit www.sahnward.com.

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Philadelphia Civil Rights Attorney Calls for Legal Reforms to Hold Law Enforcement Accountable for Their Unlawful Actions

Says Officers Are Given “Qualified Immunity” to Avoid Being Prosecuted

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA, January 8, 2026 —  The controversial killing of Minneapolis resident Renee Good by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents has left civil rights advocates and lawyers questioning whether legal changes are needed to prevent such fatal incidents.

On January 7, Good was shot to death by an ICE agent on a street in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Department of Homeland Security claimed that Good tried to run down the agent, but witnesses said she tried to move her car out of traffic when the agent jumped in front of her car.

Gerald Williams from the Philadelphia law firm Williams Cedar LLC routinely represents clients in cases alleging excessive use of force by law enforcement officers. “For more than 150 years, there have been powerful federal laws with remedies for abuses like what apparently happened in Minneapolis,” Mr. Williams said. “But, over the decades, judges have interpreted the laws in ways that have seriously hampered the ability of victims to get justice.”

After the murder of George Floyd in 2021, Mr. Williams said, there were efforts in Congress to limit the bad effects of some of these doctrines, like “qualified immunity” and barriers preventing federal and state agencies from being held accountable for illegal conduct by their officers, but the proposed legislation failed, and was later abandoned.

“There are litigation strategies available to combat these judge-made doctrines, but they are true roadblocks in the path of justice,” Mr. Williams said. “The fact is, without real legal reform, we are likely to see more incidents of a very old pattern in law enforcement reflected in Ms. Good’s death: 1) use of excessive or deadly force; 2) manufacturing justifications and blaming the victim; 3) avoiding accountability.”

For more information, call (856) 470-9777 or visit williamscedar.com.

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About Williams Cedar LLC

Williams Cedar LLC is a personal injury law firm that serves areas throughout the State of New Jersey, with offices located in Haddonfield. The firm is focused on the practice of personal injury law, employment law, and civil rights litigation, serving victims of negligence and civil rights violations throughout New Jersey. They assist clients with a variety of claims, including product liability claims, toxic torts, wage and hour violations, police misconduct, and malicious prosecution, among others. For more information, call (856) 470-9777 or visit williamscedar.com.

Firm Opens Offices Throughout New York State

PATCHOGUE, NEW YORK — In response to client demand and in an effort to best serve its clients throughout New York State, The New York Dog Bite LawyerSM announced that it recently opened offices in New York City, Albany, Syracuse, Buffalo and Plattsburgh, joining its main office in Patchogue, New York.

The firm’s five new locations include:

  • 43 West 43rd Street, Suite 429, New York, NY
  • 1060 Broadway, Suite 1142, Albany, NY
  • 3 Chevy Drive, Suite 1057, E. Syracuse, NY
  • 4498 Main St., Suite 4, Buffalo, NY
  • 77 Consumer Square, Suite 1016, Plattsburgh, NY

The firm’s principal is Mack Press, a seasoned trial lawyer with more than 30 years of litigation experience. Early in his career, he handled complex litigation at major New York law firms, including personal injury, insurance, and unfair competition cases. In 2012, he launched The Mack Firm, where he litigated nationwide class action lawsuits and represented countless plaintiffs, including in high-profile cases against Samsung and Lance Armstrong.

Last year, he started The New York Dog Bite LawyerSM to help those who have been attacked by dogs and advocate for the rehabilitation of animals that attack.

Mr. Press and his dog were victims themselves in April 2025, when he and his chocolate lab, Lucky, were viciously attacked by a loose dog. For several minutes, Mr. Press shielded Lucky from the vicious dog’s attacks, suffering more than 20 bites to his face, head, arms, legs, losing a front tooth and exacerbating an earlier back injury. Lucky underwent successful emergency surgery and, today, he is a healthy and happy dog.

On April 17, 2025, around the same time of the attack, the New York State Court of Appeals ruled in Flanders v. Goodfellow that a dog owner can be held liable, even if the dog had never bitten anyone before, thereby throwing out the “one-free-bite” rule, which initially gave dogs and owners a free pass if it was the first time the dog bit someone and was not known to be dangerous.

Mr. Press’ personal experience and the changes in the law created a passion for helping other victims. The changes in the law have made the firm’s growth possible, with many more victims being eligible to receive compensation for their injuries.

“This decision now incentivizes owners to control their pets and not allow them to run freely and attack other animals or humans,” Mr. Press said. “The attacks can be traumatizing for these victims and can result in grave injuries, large medical bills, and loss of income, just like any other serious personal injury case.”

In addition to his practice, Mr. Press is involved in animal advocacy. He is a dog lover and a supporter of many animal rescue organizations. His practice recently sponsored DogFest 2025 to support Canine Companions, an organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained service dogs and ongoing support, free of charge. As part of his animal advocacy, Mr. Press seeks to include “no kill” clauses in settlements and require training for aggressive dogs rather than euthanasia.

“I don’t believe that a dog should be put down just because it bit a person,” Mr. Press said. “Rather, the dog should undergo behavioral training so it doesn’t attack again. The dog’s aggression could be the result of the owner either not training the dog to act properly around people or teaching it to become hostile. Our trademarked motto says it all: ‘BLAME THE OWNER, NOT THE DOG!SM’”

For more information, call 1 (833) 8-DOGBITE (833-836-4248) or visit www.NYDogBite.com.

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About The New York Dog Bite LawyerSM

Mack Press founded his own practice, The New York Dog Bite LawyerSM, after being viciously attacked by a loose dog. His practice concentrates solely on New York State dog bite law. In addition, he isn’t just another lawyer — he’s a dog lover and a dog bite survivor. Mr. Press has over 30 years of litigation experience. In 2012, he launched The Mack Firm, where he litigated nationwide class-actions and represented countless plaintiffs, including in high-profile cases against Samsung and Lance Armstrong. For more information, call 1 (833) 8-DOGBITE (833-836-4248) or visit www.NYDogBite.com.

New York Dog Bite Lawyer Available to Comment on West Babylon Dog Bite Incident that Sent Four to Local Hospitals

Blame The Owner, Not the Dog: Attorney Calls for Retraining of Aggressive Dogs

Says Dog Involved in Attack Should Be Retrained, Not Put Down

PATCHOGUE, NEW YORK — Mack Press, also known as “The New York Dog Bite LawyerSM,” is available to comment on an incident in which a dog attacked four people.

According to police reports, four people at a West Babylon residence on Old Farmingdale Road were bitten by an American bully on January 6. All four were transported to local hospitals for treatment of minor injuries.

The dog was brought to the Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island in West Islip. In addition, police notified the Town of Babylon dog warden.

There were no details as to who owned the dog and what caused the attacks.

Mr. Press was the victim of a dog attack himself. He and his chocolate lab, Lucky, were attacked by a loose dog earlier this year. The dog charged at Mr. Press — unprovoked — knocking him down and viciously biting Lucky near the jugular vein. For several minutes, Mr. Press shielded Lucky from the vicious dog’s attacks, suffering more than 20 bites to his face, head, arms, legs, losing a front tooth and exacerbating an earlier back injury. Lucky underwent emergency surgery and recovered from his injuries.

In addition to his practice, Mr. Press is involved in animal advocacy. He is a dog lover and a supporter of many animal rescue organizations. His practice recently sponsored DogFest 2025 to benefit Canine Companions, an organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained service dogs and ongoing support, free of charge. As part of his animal advocacy, Mr. Press seeks to include “no kill” clauses in settlements and require training for aggressive dogs rather than euthanasia.

“It seems to me that the dog was let loose since none of those who were bitten owned the dog,” Mr. Press said. “If this were the case, then the owner should be held responsible. It is the owner who teaches the animal to be aggressive. The dog should not be put down; rather, the dog should undergo training to unlearn these aggressive behaviors.”

For more information, call 1 (833) 8-DOGBITE (833-836-4248) or visit www.NYDogBite.com.

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 About The New York Dog Bite LawyerSM

Mack Press founded his own practice, The New York Dog Bite LawyerSM, after being viciously attacked by a loose dog. His practice concentrates solely on New York State dog bite law. In addition, he isn’t just another lawyer — he’s a dog lover and a dog bite survivor. Mr. Press has over 30 years of litigation experience. In 2012, he launched The Mack Firm, where he litigated nationwide class-actions and represented countless plaintiffs, including in high-profile cases against Samsung and Lance Armstrong. For more information, call 1 (833) 8-DOGBITE (833-836-4248) or visit www.NYDogBite.com.

 

Attorney Says Hospital’s Water Systems Need to Be Checked Again after Second Patient Dies of Legionnaires’ Disease

Says Disease Could Be Found in Medical Equipment

Also Asks Why It Took So Long to Notify the Medical Center

NEW YORK, NY — A nationally recognized Legionnaires’ disease attorney is calling on a New Jersey hospital to inspect its water systems again following the second death of a patient as a result of Legionnaires’ disease.

On December 24, officials at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson announced that a second patient has died from the disease. The first patient death was reported earlier this month.

On November 18, the State Health Department found Legionella bacteria in the medical center’s water system. St. Joseph’s wasn’t notified of the results until December 8. The hospital said that, upon learning of the infection in the water supply, they hired an environmental consultant, implemented remediation procedures and worked with the state Health Department on testing. The most recent test showed that the water system has been deemed to be safe.

Ronald J. Katter, the “Legionnaires’ Lawyer,” said the hospital needs to do more to keep their patients safe. “It shouldn’t take a tragic patient’s death for a hospital to make sure that its water systems are safe,” he said. “Although the hospital attempted to remedy the Legionella contamination, after the patient’s death, it looks like a case of too little, too late. Legionnaires’ disease can be prevented with proper water system maintenance.”

Katter added that medical equipment can be a breeding ground for Legionnaires’ disease. “This can be respiratory devices like nebulizers, CPAP/BiPAP machines, or humidifiers,” he said. “These devices can be infected if they are cleaned with contaminated tap water rather than sterile water.”

He also asked why it took the Health Department more than three weeks to notify the hospital. “I don’t understand why the Health Department found the disease in the hospital’s water system in November, but waited until December to tell them,” he said. “This delay is inexcusable. Those two lives may have been saved.”

Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia, is contracted when someone inhales water vapor containing Legionella. According to the CDC, most outbreaks are preventable with proper water-system maintenance and monitoring.

Katter, who has handled numerous high-profile Legionnaires’ cases, is calling for full transparency from the hospital and state officials to ensure no additional patients get sick.

If you have any questions about these Legionnaire’s disease cases, contact the “Legionnaires’ Lawyer” — Ronald Katter. Mr. Katter, at (212) 809-4293 or visit his contact page.

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About Katter Law Firm

For more than 10 years,  The Katter Law Firm has successfully recovered millions of dollars for clients who were sickened  with Legionnaires’ disease in community-wide outbreaks, hospitals, hotels, and nursing homes..   Visit www.katterlaw.com for more information.

NYC Employment Lawyer: Minimum Wage Hike Means Bigger Paychecks for Millions of New Yorkers in 2026


Steven Mitchell Sack Urges Employers to Act Now — or Risk Costly Labor Law Violations

NEW YORK, NY — December 23, 2025 — Millions of New York workers will start the new year with more money in their pockets as the state’s minimum wage increases again on January 1, 2026, according to New York employment attorney Steven Mitchell Sack.

Under the new law, the minimum wage will rise to $17 an hour in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County, and $16 an hour in the rest of the state, up from $16.50 and $15.50, respectively, in 2025.

Sack, widely known as “The Employee’s Lawyer,” says the increase comes at a critical time for working families grappling with stubbornly high housing, food, and utility costs.

“New York is one of the most expensive places in the country to live, especially downstate,” Sack said. “For many workers, this raise isn’t a luxury — it’s a lifeline. It can mean the difference between falling behind and staying afloat when it comes to rent, groceries, and basic household bills.”

While workers stand to benefit, Sack warns that employers who fail to prepare could face serious legal consequences.

“Employers need to be proactive right now,” he said. “Payroll systems, wage schedules, and compliance policies should already be under review. Ignorance is no excuse under New York labor law, and failing to adjust wages—whether intentionally or accidentally—can expose companies to penalties, back pay, and lawsuits.”

Sack also urged employees to pay close attention to their first paychecks of the new year.

“If your employer doesn’t raise your pay as required, don’t assume it’s a mistake that will fix itself,” he said. “Workers have rights, and those rights are enforceable. If your paycheck doesn’t reflect the new minimum wage, you should speak with an employment attorney right away.”

The minimum wage increase continues New York State’s phased effort to address cost-of-living pressures and wage stagnation, particularly in high-cost regions like New York City and Long Island.

For more information, call (917) 371-8000 or visit www.theemployeeslawyer.com.

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About Steven Mitchell Sack

Steven Mitchell Sack, “The Employee’s Lawyer®,” has been enforcing the workplace rights of employees, executives, and sales representatives for more than 45 years. He is a practicing labor and employment attorney, author of 20 books, a lecturer, syndicated radio talk show host, and host of the podcast “Know Your Job Rights with Attorney Steven Sack.” With attorney Scott A. Lucas, he obtained a $6.2 million jury verdict in 2015 on behalf of three pregnant employees and a favorable New York Court of Appeals decision for a group of waiters who were denied their fair share of tips that a caterer withheld. For more information, visit www.theemployeeslawyer.com.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

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