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Withrow joins Syracuse office of Harris Beach Murtha
SYRACUSE — Harris Beach Murtha says senior counsel Maria Zumpano Withrow has joined its Syracuse office in the firm’s corporate, tax and trusts, and estates practice groups. Withrow also works with Harris Beach Murtha’s tax-exempt organizations & nonprofits industry team, the firm said in its June 2 announcement. With the corporate, tax and trusts and […]
Hancock Estabrook adds attorney to litigation and appellate practices
SYRACUSE — Hancock Estabrook, LLP recently announced the addition of attorney Lillian Abbott Pfohl to the firm’s litigation and appellate practices. Abbott Pfohl assists clients with complex civil-litigation cases, including contract disputes, employment-law matters and First Amendment issues, the Syracuse–based law firm said in its May 8 announcement. Prior to joining Hancock Estabrook, she served
Solvay Bank adds accounting professional to finance team
SOLVAY — Solvay Bank recently added Brandon Schultzkie to its finance team as a senior financial analyst. Schultzkie has extensive experience in financial analysis and accounting, the bank announced. He began his career at Brown & Brown Insurance as a financial internal auditor, later advancing to accounting leader. Schultzkie holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting
VIEWPOINT: The Failure of Raise the Age: A Gift to New York’s Gangs
Raising the age of criminal responsibility in New York state has created a nightmare scenario that opened statutory loopholes which prohibit law enforcement and prosecutors from doing their job. As a result of this reckless policy failure, youth violence in New York has skyrocketed while gangs recruit those under 18 to do their bidding knowing
OPINION: Another 71,000 Unemployed Shows We Need Tax Cuts Extended
Unemployment increased by another 71,000 in May, reaching 7.2 million, the highest since October 2021, [according to the jobs report issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on June 6]. This is what usually happens following peak inflation historically after the American people max out their credit accounts — consumer credit is now down
OPINION: Human rights are an American ideal
If there is an American creed, it’s expressed by the first words of the Declaration of Independence: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights.” Note that the founders wrote that all men are created equal, not just certain
Ask Rusty: Social Security Questions Asked Over Coffee
Dear Rusty: My coffee conversations among a group of friends have resulted in several questions about Social Security, including the following: 1. What happens to the Social Security account of someone who dies before retirement age? What happens to that money and where does it end up? 2. How does the decreased birth rate of
VIEWPOINT: Supreme Court Clarifies Standard in “Reverse Discrimination” Case under Title VII
The McDonnell Douglas standard, established in McDonnell Douglas Corp. v. Green, 411 U.S. 792 (1973), is a burden-shifting framework used to evaluate claims of employment discrimination. This standard applies to claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL), and other related statutes. Under the
Wells College, Hobart and William Smith Colleges reach legacy agreement for Wells
AURORA, N.Y. — Both schools have finalized a legacy agreement that makes Hobart and William Smith Colleges the legacy institution for Wells College, which closed in 2024, citing financial difficulties. The agreement has been submitted to New York State Supreme Court in Cayuga County. It transfers stewardship of Wells’ records, endowment and some historical materials
SUNY Poly launches four new research centers
UTICA, N.Y. — SUNY Polytechnic Institute has launched four new research centers that expand its research and innovation portfolio across several critical fields, the university announced. The news follows the establishment of 10 new centers last fall. “SUNY Poly continues to invest in areas that align with national priorities and industry needs,” VP for Research
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