Law You Should Know

Beth Eckhardt, LCSW, PhD in Clinical Social Work and Director of the Nassau County Bar Association Lawyers Assistance Program (LAP), and Annabel Bazante Esq., describe some of the pressures on lawyers and law students, and how the lawyers assistance program can provide free and confidential support, assistance and recovery to them, along with their families and employers. They also discuss why family members, coworkers, employers, colleagues or clients should reach out to the program if they know of a lawyer or law student in need of their services.

Beth Eckhardt, LCSW, PhD in Clinical Social Work and Director of the Nassau County Bar Association Lawyers Assistance Program (LAP), and Annabel Bazante Esq., explain how the program provides free assistance and support to lawyers, law students, and their families if they are trying to fight depression, alcoholism, drug dependence or other issues.

Ken Landau talks with Attorney Jessica Breuer, who explains how to fight bill collectors, and how to defend yourself if they take you to court. She is a staff attorney of the New York County Lawyers Association Consumer Protection Program, and trains lawyers and law students to assist consumers when they are sued in the Civil Court in Manhattan. Her tips will help consumers everywhere, and lawyers and law students from the New York area can receive free training to volunteer in this program.

Ken Landau talks with Attorney Joanna C. David, a partner in the Tax, Trusts and Estate department in the law firm Forchelli, Deegan, Terrana in Uniondale.  She discusses the importance of wills and estate planning.

Ken Landau talks with author Marjorie Hope, who offers ideas on enhancing Lawyer-Client relationships and the importance of resolving legal disputes. She is the author of "CONNECTIPLOMACY, Using Our Differences to Connect."

Ken Landau talks with Kristy Hunston, the president of the new AI (artificial intelligence) digital career consultant "JennieJohnson.com."  She explains how the site can help job seekers, act as a career and resume coach, and match graduates and lawyers with possible jobs.

Ken Landau talks with tenant and small landlord attorney Linda Rzesniowiecki, who explains the new "Good Cause Eviction Law" and how it applies to landlords and tenants in certain rental apartments.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Cynthia A. Augello talks about how to avoid and settle conflicts between attorneys and clients. She is a founding member of the Augello Law Group PC, where she practices education law and also acts as an independent investigator of claims of sexual assault on college campuses.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Cynthia A. Augello, who explains Title IX and the law. This includes investigations of sexual assault claims on campus and best practices for colleges, victims, the accused, and witnesses. She also discusses how bystanders can help prevent assaults from occurring. She is a founding member of the Augello Law Group PC where she practices education law and also acts as an independent investigator of claims of sexual assault on college campuses.

Ken Landau talks with Dr. John Scottosante, who teaches lawyers and clients negotiation skills and also how to achieve greater happiness for themselves and their clients. He is the author of "Mortal Adhesions."