It’s Official: The Statute of Limitations Was Tolled, Not Suspended, During the COVID-19 Pandemic

By Jarrett M. Behar Now that the Spring of 2023 is almost upon us, no one wants to think back to the time during the height of the COVID-19 Pandemic.  That includes the various Executive Orders issued by then-Governor Cuomo extending the expiration of statutes of limitations between the 228-day …

Islam joins Real Property Tax Certiorari Law and Condemnation Litigation Group

Dilara Islam joined the Real Property Tax Certiorari Law and Condemnation Litigation Practice Group at Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP as an Associate. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Islam was a Claims Specialist with Nationwide Insurance where she reviewed management and professional liability claims under insurance policies providing…

Retirement Savings Opportunities Under Secure 2.0 Act

The SECURE 2.0 Act was signed into law on December 29, 2022.  The new law further enhances the retirement savings incentives built into the Secure Act passed in 2019.  Here’s a summary of the provisions most likely to help you. Increased Age for Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) The age when…

Certilman Balin Named to New York State’s 2023 Corporate Mentoring Honor Roll

Certilman Balin has been named to New York State’s 2023 Corporate Mentoring Honor Roll. This appointment comes as a result of Certilman Balin’s investment in quality youth mentoring. We are in our 18th year of mentoring through the Lawyers Involved in Kids' Education (LIKE) Program. Every Wednesday, 15 of our…

FTC Proposes Rule To Ban Non-Compete Agreements Used By Employers

The FTC has proposed a new rule that would ban employers from entering into non-compete agreements with their employees.  The FTC estimates that 30 million persons, or about 20 percent of the United States workforce, are restrained by non-compete clauses with their current employers.  In addition to outlawing non-competes from…