Use of School Resources in Campaign Activities: The Fine Line Between an Informed Vote and an Exhorted Vote

With school district annual meetings around the corner, it is prudent that districts remain mindful of impermissible campaign activities.

When CPS or Law Enforcement Come Knocking, What Next?

School districts may feel caught “between a rock and a hard place” when determining whether to permit a law enforcement officer or Child Protective Services (“CPS”) to interview a student at school without parental consent. Be mindful, law enforcement and CPS are treated differently under the law.

FERRARA FIORENZA PC ANNOUNCES SETTLEMENT WITH JUUL LABS, INC. TOTALING MORE THAN $3.6 MILLION FOR PARTICIPATING NEW YORK STATE SCHOOL DISTRICT CLIENTS

U.S. Supreme Court: Supervisor Making $200K+ Annually Still NOT Exempt from Receiving Overtime

A recent Supreme Court case serves as a stark reminder for employers to adhere to the specific requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) rules for exempting employees from required overtime payments.

Checklist for Professional Consulting Contracts

When drafting a consulting contract, the following provisions may be considered and included depending on the type of the procured services.

District Clerk Alert: New Rules for Notaries Public

Many District Clerks also hold a Notary Public license, and are often called upon to provide notary services in the course of their duties. The notarial acts performed by a District Clerk are typically administering an oath or affirmation, or taking an affidavit. Effective January 25, 2023, new rules are in effect for all services provided by a Notary Public in New York State.