Deadline Nears for $120 Per Child in Summer Food Benefits in NYC

Deadline Nears for $120 Per Child in Summer Food Benefits in NYC

By: Amy Zimmer, Chalkbeat | thecity.nyc This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. New York City families eligible for $120 per child in summer food benefits have just a few more days to apply. As the Sept. 4 application deadline looms, millions of dollars could be left on the table for […]

Why Low-Income Single Parents in New York Should File for Divorce ASAP to Protect Their Children’s Best Interests

Why Low-Income Single Parents in New York Should File for Divorce ASAP to Protect Their Children’s Best Interests

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  Divorce is a complex and emotional decision, but for low-income single parents in New York who are separated from their spouses, filing for divorce as soon as possible can be crucial to ensuring stability, financial security, and the well-being of their children. Under New York State Matrimonial Law, remaining in a […]

Stricter Work Permit Rules: Economic Impact on the U.S. Economy and Immigrants

Stricter Work Permit Rules: Economic Impact on the U.S. Economy and Immigrants

By Esther Claudette Gittens Click here to know your rights. President Trump’s executive order to deny work permits to immigrants awaiting legal status decisions has profound implications for the U.S. economy and affected individuals. While the administration aims to prioritize American workers, the policy could exacerbate labor shortages, reduce tax revenue, and strain public assistance […]