New York Paralegal Blog

In tragic events like the shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis, the immediate focus is on the victims, their families, and the community's healing. While law enforcement investigates the incident, many people have questions about the legal aspects that come into play. Here's a simple explanation of some of the key legal considerations surrounding such an event. On behalf of the New York paralegal community, we extend our most heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. Our thoughts are with the entire Minneapolis community as they navigate this profound tragedy. We are all united in our sorrow and hope for peace and healing. Criminal Investigation The first and most immediate legal action is the criminal investigation. Because the suspect in this case died at the scene, the criminal case against them is closed. However, the police and other law enforcement agencies, like the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA), will continue to invest...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Delta Family Health and Fitness for Children, a psychiatric resident treatment center in Hamburg, Ark., will pay $87,500 to settle a lawsuit for retaliation brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the agency announced today. The EEOC’s suit (Civil Action No. 9-1058) alleged that Delta violated federal anti-discrimination law when it fired an employee who complained about sexual harassment, an identified witness to the discrimination, and two other employees who had filed charges with the EEOC. One employee complained about sexual harassment on Jan. 4, 2008, and named a co-worker as a witness to the harassment. Both employees were terminated on Jan. 7, 2008. Two other employees filed charges of discrimination with the agency. Both of these employees were terminated on Oct. 24, 2008. Retaliation for complaining about discrimination violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The EEOC filed suit in U.S. District Court for the Dis...