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Hillary K. Massey Joins Sahn Ward as New Associate

Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz Coschignano is pleased to welcome Hillary K. Massey as an Associate with the Firm. She will concentrate her practice in labor and employment law and commercial litigation.

Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Massey was a Principal Law Clerk to the Honorable Justice Ashlee Crawford in the Bronx County Supreme Court. Before serving as Justice Crawford’s Principal Law Clerk, Ms. Massey served as Assistant Law Clerk to the Honorable Richard J. Montelione, Justice in the Kings County Supreme Court. In these roles, Ms. Massey researched and drafted decisions involving contract disputes, commercial litigation, personal injury matters, employment law disputes and real estate litigation, and made recommendations regarding complex legal issues. Ms. Massey was also the principal author of over 150 decisions, including a New York Labor Law decision published in the New York Law Journal: Alvardao v. Bermuda Realty, No. 2 LLC, et al, 77 Misc. 3d 1207(A), 177 N.Y.S.3d 837 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. 2022).

Ms. Massey is admitted to practice law in the State of New York. She earned her Juris Doctor from City University of New York School of Law in 2021.

Ms. Massey graduated cum laude from New York University (2014), where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.

In welcoming Ms. Massey, Michael Sahn, the Firm’s Co-Managing Member, expressed that the Firm is excited that Hillary will bring her depth of knowledge and expertise to the Firm, and join our talented group of Associates.

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Julianne Bonomo Joins Sahn Ward as New Associate

Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz Coschignano is pleased to welcome Julianne Bonomo as an Associate with the Firm. She will concentrate her practice in real estate law and transactions and corporate law.

Ms. Bonomo is admitted to practice law in the State of New York.

Ms. Bonomo received her law degree (J.D. 2014) from New York Law School, and her undergraduate degree (B.S. 2011) from Cabrini College.

Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Bonomo was associated with a prominent Long Island law firm where she was the lead real estate attorney responsible for managing all residential real estate matters, including pre-contract due diligence, preparation and review of contracts of sale, review and clearance of title exceptions and all matters related to real estate finance. Ms. Bonomo also has experience in the negotiation and execution of commercial leases.

In welcoming Ms. Bonomo, Michael Sahn, the Firm’s Co-Managing Member, expressed that the Firm is excited that Julianne will bring her expertise and knowledge to the Firm, and join our talented group of lawyers.

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Jesse Frost Joins Twomey Latham as Associate Attorney

RIVERHEAD, NEW YORK — The law firm of Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Jesse Frost has joined the Firm as Associate Attorney. He concentrates his practice in trusts and estates, counseling individuals and their families throughout the process of estate planning and estate administration.

Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Frost was an associate at a New York law firm where he specialized in the areas of estate and tax planning and estate administration.

He is admitted to practice in New York State. He is also a Member of the Suffolk County Bar Association.

Mr. Frost earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Stony Brook University and a Juris Doctor from Maurice A. Deane School of Law.

While in law school, Mr. Frost served as a Notes Editor for the Journal of International Business and Law, a judicial intern for the Honorable James M. Wicks in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and a Student Practitioner for the Federal Tax Clinical Practicum at Hofstra University.

“I am thrilled to join the esteemed Estates and Trusts team at the Firm,” Mr. Frost said. “I look forward to working alongside such a talented and experienced group to meet our clients’ increasingly complex needs.”

“We’re very pleased that Jesse has joined our Firm,” said Jay Quartararo, Senior Partner, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP. “He is a wonderful addition to our Estates and Trusts Department. He clearly will further enhance our ability to advise and serve our clients.”

For more information on Twomey Latham, call (631) 727-2180 or visit www.suffolklaw.com.

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*Photo of Mr. Frost is attached.

About Twomey Latham

Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP is a full-service law firm with five offices across Long Island. The firm’s practice areas include Business and Corporate Law, Labor and Employment, Insurance, Banking, Commercial Litigation, Taxation, Trademark and Copyright, Environmental Law, Real Estate Development and Transactions, Construction, Land Use and Zoning, Municipal Law, Personal Injury, Arts and Entertainment, Wills Trusts and Estates, Estate Litigation, Elder Law, Family and Matrimonial Law, and Not-For-Profit Law.

Local Elementary School Students Learn about the Legal Process during Annual Mock Trial Program

UNIONDALE, NEW YORK — Joshua D. Brookstein and Erika L. Conti, Partners, Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz PLLC, in conjunction with the Nassau County Bar Association’s School Engagement Subcommittee, partnered with schools in the Roslyn and Baldwin school districts, as well as the Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway, and the North Shore Hebrew Academy to turn curious cubs into courtroom crusaders through the second annual elementary school mock trial program.

Teachers and volunteer lawyers worked with fourth- and fifth-grade students to learn and implement basic trial skills and to develop a passion for advocacy. The program culminated on June 12, when students tried their cases before real Justices of the Nassau County Supreme Court and Nassau County Legislator Samantha A. Goetz.

This year’s case was Lenny Loudmouth v. Yellowstone School District, which dealt with assumption of risk when an accident occurs during a donkey basketball game. Students played the roles of attorneys and witnesses.

“It is never too early to build civic literacy, develop critical thinking skills, learn how to craft persuasive arguments, and hone your public speaking skills,” said Mr. Brookstein, founder and chair of the Nassau County Bar Association’s School Engagement Subcommittee.

The subcommittee is looking for additional schools to participate in the program for the upcoming school year. If you are interested, please contact Joshua Brookstein at jbrookstein@sahnward.com or via telephone at (516) 228-1300.

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Leading New York Employment Law Attorney Supports Hochul’s Youth Workers Bill of Rights

MERRICK, NEW YORK — Steven Mitchell Sack, “The Employee’s Lawyer,” said the Youth Workers Bill of Rights has been long overdue and also said it will help younger workers understand their rights.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced the release of the state’s first-ever Youth Workers Bill of Rights, which was developed by the state Department of Labor in partnership with the Education Department. The purpose of this bill is to educate employees under the age of 18 about their rights as workers. It also provides protections for teen workers, including the right to the following: the minimum wage; a safe and discrimination-free workplace; and file a complaint without fear of retaliation.

The Labor Department also established a new Youth Worker Information Hub online. There, younger workers can learn how many hours they are allowed to work during the school day, how to make sure they are being paid the proper minimum wage and which occupations they are forbidden to work.

Last year, the Protect Youth Workers Pledge for businesses was released. As part of the pledge, companies agreed to make the worker’s safety and well-being a priority, report any suspected child labor violations to the Child Labor Taskforce and educate their younger employees on their rights and how to detect signs of labor trafficking.

According to Attorney Sack, “Once school ends, teenagers are looking for a job in an effort to show their employer they are responsible, but also to put money in their pockets. The sad thing is, their workplace experience can be very disillusioning, especially when they are cheated out of the salary they deserve, they face harassment or they are asked to perform life-threatening, dangerous tasks. I urge all younger workers to educate themselves on what their rights are on the job.”

For more information, call (917) 371-8000 or visit https://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 44 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.

Environmental Law Attorney Supports Biden’s Action to Lower “Forever Chemical” Levels Found in Drinking Water

HADDONFIELD, NEW JERSEY — Gerald Williams, Partner, Williams Cedar LLC, says President Joe Biden’s action to lower the levels of “forever chemicals” to a bare minimum at which it can be measured will mean safer, cleaner drinking water for everyone and will force public water utilities to constantly maintain their infrastructure so that the water supply does not become tainted again.

On April 10, President Biden finalized the first-ever limits on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in drinking water. The president called for public water utilities to bring down the amount of PFAS — also known as “forever chemicals” — to the lowest level that can be detected. The Environmental Protection Agency proposed a similar rule last year. The president and the EPA said this will reduce exposure of these pollutants for approximately 100 million Americans and will decrease the probability of cancer, heart attacks and birth defects.

PFAS are a type of chemical that has been used in industrial processes since the 1940s. These chemicals have been used in everything from non-stick frying pans to moisture-repellent fabric to fire-retardant materials. Unfortunately, PFAS are incredibly toxic, and, even in tiny amounts, can cause a variety of health problems, including thyroid disorders, multiple types of cancer, and low birth weight in children.

They also break down incredibly slowly, allowing them to accumulate to toxic levels over a prolonged period. As more information about PFAs has been learned, the lower the recommended safe concentrations for PFAS have gotten.

“For decades, because of corporate deceit regarding their harmful properties, PFASs went entirely unregulated by the federal government, resulting in the exposure of millions of Americans to highly toxic, even carcinogenic pollutants,” Mr. Williams says. “The Administration’s action this week represents a long-awaited first step toward appropriate governmental oversight designed to protect the environment and human health.”

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.

McGuire, Peláez & Bennett, P.C. Undergoes Name Change as Luigi Belcastro Is Elevated to Partner

Firm Expands with New Riverhead Office

CENTRAL ISLIP, NEW YORK — McGuire, Peláez & Bennett, P.C. has announced the promotion of Luigi Belcastro to Partner. With Mr. Belcastro’s elevation, the Firm is pleased to announce that it has changed its name to McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C.

Mr. Belcastro concentrates his practice in serious criminal defense cases, as well as civil litigation. He has conducted numerous DWI and other criminal and traffic trials on behalf of the firm.

Prior to joining the firm in 2019, Mr. Belcastro was a Prosecutor at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office, where he successfully prosecuted thousands of cases. As a result of his successes, he was assigned to the Enhanced Prosecution Bureau in Riverhead, where he handled serious and high-publicity felony criminal cases. His cases involved organized crime, gang activity, assault, counterfeit currency, prostitution, gun-related offenses and murder cases. In addition, he conducted a significant number of jury trials.

A first-generation Italian immigrant, Mr. Belcastro earned his Juris Doctor from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University.

“Luigi brings a wealth of experience, a proven track record of success and a commitment to excellence that aligns seamlessly with the Firm’s values,” said Christopher McGuire, Senior Partner, McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. “He will be an integral part of our team, contributing valuable insights and skill to further enhance the services we offer. Mr. Belcastro has proven his value to the Firm and our clients. We look forward to the continued success and growth that he will undoubtedly continue to contribute to our Firm, as well as this exciting new chapter for us.”

The Firm has also announced that it has expanded, with a new office located at 30 West Main Street, Suite 205 in Riverhead. The new location will allow the Firm to better serve the needs of the eastern Long Island community.

“As our Firm continues to grow, we have also decided to open an additional office in Riverhead to better serve our East End clients and also to be in close proximity to the Riverhead criminal and civil courts,” Mr. McGuire said. “Our decision to expand is driven by our dedication to providing accessible and comprehensive legal services to our valued clients.”

For more information, call (631) 348-1702 or visit www.central-islip-lawyer.com.

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About McGuire, Peláez, Bennett, & Belcastro, PC

McGuire, Peláez, Bennett, & Belcastro, PC is a full-service law firm, with a special emphasis on handling criminal and traffic cases, personal injury matters, matrimonial and family cases, as well as real estate and landlord-tenant matters, in Central Islip and throughout Suffolk County. In addition, the firm handles personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accident claims, slip and falls, and construction accidents. Attorneys are available to speak in both English and Spanish. For more information, call (631) 348-1702 or visit www.central-islip-lawyer.com.

Marina M. Martielli Joins Twomey Latham as Special Counsel

RIVERHEAD, NEW YORK — Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Marina M. Martielli has joined the Firm as Special Counsel. She concentrates her practice in civil litigation, land use and zoning, divorce and family law, real estate and estate litigation.

Ms. Martielli has experience in a wide variety of general civil litigation, transactions and appeals. Her practice includes contracts, real estate transactions and litigation, matrimonial actions and Family Court matters and Surrogate’s Court practice.

She is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts, Southern and Eastern Districts. She is also a Member of the Suffolk County Bar Association.

Ms. Martielli earned a Bachelor of Arts degree (summa cum laude) from Long Island University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland.

“I am pleased to become a part of this wonderful Firm,” Ms. Martielli said. “I look forward to making a contribution to the Firm, whether it’s navigating family law or real estate matters or litigation as the matter requires.”

“We are proud to welcome Marina to the Firm,” said John Shea, Senior Partner, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP. “With her diversified experience and knowledge in litigation, divorce and family law, real estate and estate litigation, she will be an integral part of this Firm as we continue to grow our practice.”

For more information on Twomey Latham, call (631) 727-2180 or visit www.suffolklaw.com.

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Noted Personal Injury Attorney and Road Safety Advocate Reminds Motorists of the Expansion of the Move Over Law

Says Drivers Must Now Watch out for All Vehicles
That Have Broken Down on the Side of the Road

Effective March 27, New York State will expand its Move Over Law in that drivers must now move over for all vehicles that have broken down by the side of the road, including passenger vehicles. Ira Slavit, Partner, Levine & Slavit PLLC, a personal injury attorney and a road safety advocate based in New York, is reminding people to lower their speed and keep their distance from any disabled vehicles.

According to the New York State Department of Transportation, 37 people were killed while standing next to their vehicles from 2016 to 2020. Each year, 300 people across the country are struck and killed. “These drivers need to be aware of other vehicles on the road, especially disabled vehicles,” Mr. Slavit says. “The number of roadside deaths statewide and nationally are unacceptable.”

The first version of the Move Over Law was enacted in 2010 in which drivers had to slow down or make room for emergency vehicles. It has since been updated to include tow trucks, highway and hazard vehicles. In 2023, Governor Kathy Hochul updated the law to include passenger vehicles. Under the updated law, drivers must either move to another lane that is not immediately next to the disabled vehicle. If they are unable to do so, they must slow down to a reasonable speed.

“By making these enhancements to the Move Over Law, we will see a significant reduction in automobile fatalities,” Mr. Slavit says. “It is not only a matter of courtesy, but a matter of safety.”

Mr. Slavit urges anyone who has had a loved one whose disabled vehicle was involved in a deadly crash to seek legal assistance. “Anyone who has caused a crash or fatality as a result of excessive speeding or negligence should be held to account for the damage they have done,” he says.

For more information on Levine & Slavit, visit www.newyorkinjuries.com.

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* Photo of Mr. Slavit is attached.

About Levine & Slavit PLLC

Levine & Slavit PLLC is a third-generation personal injury firm serving Long Island and the greater New York City area. Its attorneys handle cases such as auto accidents, slip and fall injuries, medical malpractice, wrongful death and products lability. The firm strives to obtain just recovery for its personal injury clients, whether for long-term or short-term needs, and works hard to ensure that its clients are not burdened with costly medical bills as a result of someone else’s action or inaction. For more information, visit www.newyorkinjuries.com.

May Theobalt Joins Twomey Latham As an Associate

Previously Served as Summer Associate in the Firm’s Trusts & Estates Department While Attending Law School

RIVERHEAD, NEW YORK — Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that May Theobalt has joined the Firm as an Associate. Ms. Theobalt concentrates her practice in estate planning, probate and trust administration.

Ms. Theobalt previously worked at Twomey Latham as a Summer Associate with the Firm’s Trusts and Estates department while attending law school. In addition, she interned at two other general practice law firms where she gained experience in multiple practice areas, including litigation, real estate and commercial disputes.

She is admitted to practice in New York and is a Member of the Suffolk County Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association.

Ms. Theobalt earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from New York University. She also completed a Master of Science in Marketing Management at the University of Westminster in London, United Kingdom. She graduated cum laude from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University with Dean’s List honors.

“I am honored to join Twomey Latham,” Ms. Theobalt said. “I look to contribute to the Firm’s success and further develop its estate planning, probate and trust administration departments.”

“We’re very pleased that May has joined our Firm,” said John F. Shea, Senior Partner, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP. “May is a wonderful addition to our Trusts and Estates Department. She clearly will further enhance our ability to advise and serve our clients.”

For more information on Twomey Latham, call (631) 727-2180 or visit www.suffolklaw.com.

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Hillary K. Massey Joins Sahn Ward as New Associate

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Jesse Frost Joins Twomey Latham as Associate Attorney

Local Elementary School Students Learn about the Legal Process during Annual Mock Trial Program

Leading New York Employment Law Attorney Supports Hochul’s Youth Workers Bill of Rights

Environmental Law Attorney Supports Biden’s Action to Lower “Forever Chemical” Levels Found in Drinking Water

McGuire, Peláez & Bennett, P.C. Undergoes Name Change as Luigi Belcastro Is Elevated to Partner

Marina M. Martielli Joins Twomey Latham as Special Counsel

Noted Personal Injury Attorney and Road Safety Advocate Reminds Motorists of the Expansion of the Move Over Law

May Theobalt Joins Twomey Latham As an Associate

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