Law is a fast-moving industry. What works one year may not work the next, and a new idea can come from anywhere at any time. One such idea that has been picking up speed is the concept of “law new.” While this term can be hard to define, it generally refers to the practice of legal services outside the traditional parameters of a standard firm. This could include working with underserved communities or coming up with creative strategies that have never been used before.
Law new is a way for firms to tap into a new market and find fresh sources of revenue. For this reason, it is something that every lawyer should be aware of. It is not only a chance for firms to grow, but also a potential source of innovation that could make them stand out from their competitors.
This legislation would amend City and State laws to reduce penalties for certain violations and provide opportunities to cure for others, reforming small business regulations without compromising consumer and worker protection. Read the bill.
Congress is the lawmaking branch of the federal government, and it is responsible for creating new laws to govern the United States. Learn more about how a bill becomes a law, from its initial proposal to its final approval by the President.
A bill is the formal proposal for a new law in either the House or Senate, and it’s usually numbered in the order that it was introduced. Then, it gets assigned to a committee for research and discussion. Eventually, the bill will be changed and will be put back for a vote in that body. If it is passed, it will become a public law (or Act) and will be published in the Statutes at Large.
The New Year brings with it a host of changes in the State of New York, including raising the minimum wage in NYC, Westchester and Long Island to $16 per hour. Additionally, Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed 730 bills into law that will impact residents across the state, with 87 more awaiting her review.
These legislative actions are part of the ongoing efforts by the City and State to create a safer and more sustainable environment for all. For more information on these and other initiatives, visit the New York City Government website.