Law You Should Know

Ken Landau speaks with School Counselor Richard R. Ramos, offers tips to parents on how their children can avoid behavior problems. He is the author of "Parents on a Mission."

Ken Landau talks with Trial Lawyer Jim Brosnahan, of the international law firm of Morrison Foerster, who offers tips to lawyers and clients on Speaking with Impact.  He is the author of "Justice At Trial."

Ken Landau talks with executive coach Michael Starr, who offers ideas to attorneys and clients on achieving real success in work and in life.  He is the author of the book, Journey Into Peace.

Ken Landau talks with Attorney Daniel A. Scola, the managing partner of the New York and New Jersey Law Firm of Hoffman Barron, who discusses protecting your ideas with patents, trademarks and copyrights.

Ken Landau talks with Tim McHeffey, Business Professor at Suffolk Community College, who discusses Resolving Stinky (or Sticky) People Problems in the workplace.  He suggests best practices for confronting people with body odor or other distracting problems in the workplace.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Tom Spiggel of the Spiggel Law Firm in Alexandria Virginia, who explains what to do if you're fired from your job. He is the author of Fired, afraid you might be. He offers do's and don'ts to employees and employers if someone is about to be fired.

Ken Landau talks with Mark L. Sloan CPA, Managing Partner of Sales Tax Defense, LLC, who outlines when a business or consumer might be entitled to a sales tax refund. He also provides information on sales tax deadlines and what to do if the state is seeking to collect sales tax from you.

Ken Landau talks with Christina Versailles, senior attorney with the mortgage foreclosure assistance project, at the Nassau County Bar Association in Mineola; who discusses the free services available from this program. They include a free consultation available to homeowners facing foreclosure, or a consultation with them in the mortgage foreclosure part at the Supreme court in Nassau County, and other resources available around the state to help homeowners facing foreclosure.

Ken Landau talks with professional organizer Lisa Geraci, who provides tips on how lawyers and other professionals can declutter and better organize their office and their life.

Ken Landau talks with Dr. Jennifer Nash, a consultant and the author of "Be Human Lead Human," who outlines leadership skills for lawyers and others.

Ken Landau talks with Attorney Ruth Kraft, the chair of the employment law practice department of Falcon Rappaport and Berkman, with offices in Long Island and New York City, who discusses "age discrimination" including the criteria for making this claim, and best practices for employers defending against these claims. She also lists questions that can, and cannot be asked at a job interview.

Ken Landau talks with Barrister Maya Lester, on zoom from Great Britain, who discusses the work of her late father, Anthony Lester, and the fellowship being offered in his name, by Bard College for young lawyers and law students. She also discusses the interesting and important work of her late father, as a human rights lawyer in the United States, Great Britain and around the world. Anthony Lester is the author of "Five Ideas to Fight For."

Ken Landau talks with naturopathic physician and relationship coach Dr. Vicki Matthews, who reviews how to improve relationships with your employees, coworkers, friends and family, through a better understanding of what is similar and different about your personalities. She is the author of "The Five Elements of Relationships."

Ken Landau speak with Rachel Baskin, a partner in the law firm of Livits, Ayass and Baskin in Rockville Centre, who discusses student, work and immigration visas; how to obtain them, renew them and how not to jeopardize them.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Eric Sarver of the Sarver Law Firm in Manhattan, who provides an employment law update for 2024. He discusses The Economic Consequences of working remotely versus working in the office, the different tax issues concerning independent contractors versus employees, how employers can reduce the risk of employee lawsuits, and employment law issues emerging after COVID-19.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Shekar Jayaraman, of counsel to Grant Park legal advisors in Chicago, who discusses White Collar Crime.

Ken Landau talks with CPA and Valuation Expert Mark S. Gottlieb, of MSG Accountants and Consultants, who describes the types of legal matters where valuations are required. He also describes the information required for a valuation, possible variables and how they are used in negotiation or trial of a matter.

Ken Landau talks with The Honorable Elizabeth D. Pessala, the Associate Village Judge of Westbury, and a Hearing Officer at the Nassau County traffic and parking violations agency, who discusses how to timely respond if you receive a ticket, possible plea bargaining and ways to remove points from your license. Judge Pessala also describes the procedures if you go to court and the best ways to fight a ticket.

Ken Landau talks with The Honorable Elizabeth D. Pessala, the Associate Village Judge of Westbury, and a Hearing Officer at the Nassau County traffic and parking violations agency, who discusses traffic tickets, incuding the most common violations, and how to prevent them. Judge Pessala also discusses possible defenses to them and fines and points they may trigger.

Ken Landau talks with the founder and CEO of Above the Bar Marketing, Lindsay Marty, who offers tips to lawyers and professionals on how to improve their customer service and marketing. She offers advice on web sites, digital marketing and lead generation.

Ken Landau talks with CPA Seth L Starr, founding partner of Frankel, Loughran, Starr, and Vallone in Garden City, who explains year-end tax tips, including deductions, and funding college and retirement accounts for individuals, small businesses and law firms. He also discusses what steps taxpayers can take early in 2024 to provide deductions for 2023 taxes.

Ken Landau talks with attorneys William D Buckley and Angela Ribaudo, who discuss mental health laws, and the rights of those held voluntarily, or involuntarily for mental health examination or treatment. Mr. Buckley is a partner of Marks, O'Neill, Doherty and Kelly. Ms. Ribaudo is a member of Schiavetti Corgan.

Ken Landau talks with actress and public speaking coach, Elia Nichols, offers many tips on how to "Speak With Greater Success" in court, before a jury, or to colleagues or to potential clients.

Ken Landau talks with divorce lawyer Jeffrey S. Stephens, who continues his discussion of marriage and divorce, and how parties who have decided to split up can make the best of the situation, and keep their animosity and legal expenses low, and put themselves and their children in the best possible position and move on with their lives.

Ken Landau talks with divorce lawyer Jeffrey S Stephens, who discusses why marriages fail, and why divorce rates are so high. He is the co-author of "The Road To Splitsville," about how to navigate the road to divorce without making yourself crazy, your children miserable, or your lawyer wealthy, and then discover your path to happiness.

Ken Landau talks with Cynthia Brown, the Executive Director of the New York Coalition for Transportation Safety, who describes ways to improve pedestrian and bicyclist safety. They include safety tips for bicyclist, pedestrians and drivers, and safer intersections with advanced walk signals.

Ken Landau talks with Vincent James, the co-founder of Keep Music Alive, who offers guidance on why and how to establish a non-profit, and how to recruit a Board of Directors.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Beverly Williams, author of "Your GPS to Employment Success", discusses best practices for employers and employees.

Ken Landau talks with Attorney James Harrington, a partner in the intellectual property law firm of Hoffman and Barron in Syosset, will discuss what a patent is. He will also explain how to best protect a trademark, and why they can be important to a business.

Ken Landau talks with author Beth Desson Duffy, who discusses why kindness matters, for attorneys and their clients. She offers examples of how being kind can help lawyers and their practice. She is the author of 'The Christmas Tree of Kindness."

Ken Landau talks with author Beverly Smirnis, who discusses preventing burnout and the reasons why lawyers and others suffer from burnout, and ways to prevent or minimize it.

Ken Landau talks with attorney and marketing consultant Edie Reinhardt, who gives tips to attorneys on starting and enhancing marketing programs. She discusses newsletters, websites and effective use of social media and AI.

Ken Landau talks with divorce lawyer Sandra M. Radna, who discusses the steps involved in seeking a divorce including alternatives to litigation. She has offices in Melville and Manhattan and is the author of "You're Getting Divorced... Now What? The Ultimate Divorce Court Guide."

Ken Landau talks about the new president of the Nassau County Bar Association in Mineola, Sanford Stringer, who discusses the many services available to the General Public and lawyers through the Bar Association. He is a partner in the law firm of Salamon, Gruber, Blaymore and Strenger.

Ken Landau talks with landlord tenant attorney, Linda Rzesniowiecki, who discusses the very important case before the US Supreme Court, where landlords are challenging the NY Rent Stabilization Laws, which limit rent increases for thousands of tenants. She concentrates her practice in the representation of tenants and small landlords.

Ken Landau talks with Attorney Ira S. Slavit, a partner in the Mineola firm of Levine & Slavit, who offers advice on what to do after a car accident.

Ken Landau talks with Andrew Hahn, a licensed clinical psychologist, who discusses lawyers and depression, and ways to identify and help relieve it.

Ken Landau talks with entrepreneur Marlo Nicole, who discusses how students, graduates and others can financially secure their future; by saving, budgeting and managing their expenses.

Ken Landau talks with LinkedIn and networking trainer Beth Granger who discusses AI, the evolution of artificial intelligence, and how will it will affect jobs and how law firms and other firms operate in the future.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Ruth Kraft, chair of the Employment and Labor Law Department of Falcon Rappaport and Berkman, with offices in New York City and Long Island, who discusses the issue of "employee versus independent contractor" and what employers and workers need to know.

Ken Landau talks with public relations expert, Amy Delman, who shares ideas on how lawyers and other professionals can promote themselves while providing useful important information to the public.

Ken Landau talks with Adrienne Koch, a partner in Katsky Korins, who provides an overview of NYCLA, the New York County Lawyers Association. She is the new President of the Association and discusses the many services lawyers provide for free to the public, and how lawyers and law students can become involved in providing those services.

Ken Landau talks with Attorneys Rachel A. Morgenstern and Nicole E. Osborne from the Employment and Labor Law Litigation Department of Ruskin Moscou Faltischek in Uniondale. They discuss privacy in the workplace, and what employers and employees need to know.

Ken Landau talks with Dr Cynthia Colon, the author of "Be Committed, Get Admitted," who discusses the college and law school admission process, how to select the schools to apply to, maximizing financial aid and other things to consider in evaluating and choosing a school.

Ken Landau talks with retired insurance company investigator, Mark Wilhelmson, who discusses investigations after an accident. He offers tips on obtaining medical records, information on prior accidents and trial preparation. He is also the author of "Emergency: This Book Will Save Your Child's Life."

Ken Landau talks with Jeffrey T. Zaino, Esq., the Vice President of the American Arbitration Association in Manhattan, who explains the history and gives an overview of his organization and how they can facilitate resolving disputes through arbitration or mediation.

Ken Landau talks with writing coach Peggy McColl, who explains how to promote and publicize your book.

Ken Landau talks with writing coach Peggy McColl, who explains the benefits of writing a book and how you can do it step by step.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Anthony Agolia, the Senior Director of International and Graduate Programs for the Fordham Law School, who describes the wide variety of programs and law courses available at the school and admission criteria. He also discusses the LLM program designed to provide foreign lawyers courses on American law, so they can be admitted to practice here, and the MSL program, designed to provide non lawyers especially those in business, with a background in the law.

Ken Landau talks with Mark Stone CPA, who is the Managing Partner of Sales Tax Defense of Hauppauge. Mark explains who is responsible for collecting sales tax, and when and for what items it must be charged.

Ken Landau talks with attorney James Harrington, who describes the difference between Trademarks, Copyrights and Trade Secrets and how to protect them.

Ken Landau talks with attorney James Harrington, who explains what inventions qualify for a patent and the process of obtaining one. He is the senior partner in the New York office of Hoffman and Baron LLP.

Ken Landau talks with Immigration Attorney Tina Genovese of Rockville Centre, who explains the different ways immigrants can qualify for visas or citizenship. She also outlines do's and don'ts for those seeking documentation.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Remo Hammid from Floral Park, who discusses why you need to review your will and estate plan, along with your health care proxy, and explains the importance of these documents. He has taught Wills and Estates in the Paralegal Program at Nassau Community College.

Ken Landau talks again with real estate expert Bernard Caprera, who offers tips on buying or selling a house. He also describes the topics covered in greater detail in his courses at NCC on "Selling Your Home on Your Own" and his "First Time Homebuyer Seminar."

Ken Landau talks with real estate expert Bernard Caprera, who explains how students, paralegals, teachers, retirees, career changers and others, can begin a career as a real estate salesperson. He teaches the Real Estate Salesperson Qualifying Class offered at NCC.

Ken Landau talks with Author and Life Coach Renaye Thornborrow, who explains how lawyers can build their self-esteem and that of their clients.

Ken Landau talks with Nina Szewczak, author of "The Midlife Revolution", who guides lawyers and others on how to explore, and achieve a midlife revolution of their career and achieve work/life balance.

Ken Landau talks with Psychologist Reesa Woolf, who offers tips to lawyers and others on how to minimize fear, and be more Confident in Public Speaking. She is the author of "Mr. Bear Speaks Without Fear."

Ken Landau talks with Jillian Weston, the President of the Social Media Association, and the founder of her own company, Jillian's Circus, who outlines how lawyers and others can maximize their social media marketing.

Ken Landau talks with divorce attorney and author, Nancy Perpall, who offers tips on helping marriages to last. She is the author of the novel "Around Which All Things Bend."

Ken Landau talks with Dr. David Bernstein, an author and Geriatrician, who offers simple tips on how lawyers and others can stay healthy and live longer.

Ken Landau talks with Life and Meditation Coach Sultan Deniz, who explains how meditation can help lawyers and others to reduce stress. During the program she conducts an easy to follow 3-minute meditation.

Ken Landau talks with Jodi Wellman, an Assistant Instructor in the Master of Applied Psychology program at the University of Pennsylvania, who discusses Positive Psychology for Lawyers and others. She explains how following the concepts in the mnemonic "Remap" can increase the ratio of positive emotions to negative ones.

Ken Landau talks with Attorney Marco Brown, who discusses how attorneys should bill clients and make sure they get paid.

Ken Landau talks with Neuro-Socio Psychologist Connor Hogan, who offers tips to lawyers and others on How to Reduce Stress. He is the author of "The Gym Upstairs."

Ken Landau talks with Attorney Jennifer Polovetsky, with the law firm Herrick Feinstein, who explains the laws and procedures involved in "Eminent Domain," which is when the government has the right to take private property, as in the Long Island Railroad third track project. She explains the procedures that must be followed, and how residential and commercial property owners, and commercial tenants can seek compensation for the taking of their property.

Ken Landau talks with Journalist and author Fran Hawthorne discusses her new novel, "I Meant To Tell You" featuring a lawyer as a main character and covering a number of legal topics.

Ken Landau talks with Victoria Rader, PhD, who explains the "Universal Laws" and how they can help lawyers and others. She is the author of "Prosper Me."

Ken Landau talks with Anthe Maria Bova, the General Counsel and Director of Pro Bono Programs of the New York County Lawyers Association, who describes how students, paralegals and lawyers can receive training and volunteer for pro bono programs.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Steven Mitchell Sack, "The Employee's Lawyer", who offers advice to employees who are fired, laid off, downsized or who don't want to return to the office. He is the author of "Fired."

Ken Landau talks with Attorney Carolyn DeVaughn, of the law firm of Gross Shuman, who offers tips to new lawyers and law students, about which courses to take in college, the selection of courses in Law School, and the importance of networking in finding jobs.

Ken Landau talks with Attorney David Paseltiner, partner in the Garden City firm of Jaspan Schlesinger LLP, and chair of their corporate and commercial transactions practice group, discusses starting and growing a Not for Profit organization.

Ken Landau talks with Andrew Denney, the Bureau Chief of the New York Law Journal, who discusses how the daily legal newspaper in New York covered COVID and how its coverage has changed as we have emerged from COVID, to meet the needs of attorneys, and the legal and business community. He also describes how important court decisions, news about lawyers and the legal community are covered in the paper, and how attorneys can publish articles in the paper.

Ken Landau talks with criminal defense attorney, Scott Limmer, discusses his new book, Keeping Kids Safe and Out of Trouble. He discusses situations which can lead to criminal and/or disciplinary problems for high school and college students.

Ken Landau talks with Bankruptcy Attorney Andy Thaler, who describes when bankruptcy is an option, as well as alternatives to bankruptcy. He is also a Trustee for the Bankruptcy Court and a mediator for business disputes.

Ken Landau talks with Adrian Motel, the Director of the Paralegal Program at Nassau Community College, describes how Paralegal Studies can lead to a successful legal career, or be helpful to prepare for law school or a business career. The program can also be completed as a certificate program for college graduates and courses can be taken day, evening or weekend, or part or full time.

Ken Landau talks with Judy Balloff, author of "365 Days of Abundance," who explains how the Universal Laws of Attraction can be helpful to lawyers and others.

Ken Landau talks with Dr. Lynn Steinberg, a psychologist and expert on "parental alienation," who offers suggestions on preventing and overcoming parental alienation before, during and after a divorce.

Ken Landau talks with Entrepreneurial Coach Victoria Wick, who reveals how business owners choose their lawyers, and how lawyers can build trust and better connect with business owners.

Ken Landau talks with Steve Goldmintz, a Vice President of Marcum Search, explains the process of finding candidates for professional and support positions at law and accounting firms; and how he prepares them for the process and the interview.

Ken Landau talks with Vivian Leonard and Vicky Lagis of Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty in Woodbury, who offers tips to home buyers and sellers and explain How A Real Estate Broker can be of help to them.

Ken Landau talks with attorney and CPA Karen Tenenbaum of Melville, about how individuals or businesses can resolve issues concerning any failure to file personal or business taxes, or challenge penalties or audits concerning taxes.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Enza Brandi of Huntington Station, who outlines how an attorney helps consumers when they buy or sell a house or real estate. She details the role of the attorney at every step in buying or selling.

Ken Landau talks with attorney and mediator, Jennifer Herscovici, from National Arbitration and Mediation, who explains how mediation can speedily resolve accident and other cases without protracted, expensive, and uncertain outcomes from litigation. She explains how the parties can submit their disputes to mediation, without binding themselves to a result they do not find acceptable, save the expenses of litigation, and dramatically shorten the usual time of several years necessary to resolve disputes through the court system.

Ken Landau talks with attorney Trevor M. Torcello of the law firm of Gross Shuman, discusses how COVID will impact, contracts, real estate matters and the future of law firms
and their employees.

Ken Landau talks with Educator Sharon Wallen, who explains how journaling can be helpful to Lawyers and others. She is the author of the "Grateful Reflections Journal."

Ken Landau talks with Minister Marcia Chang Vogl, who discusses why forgiveness is so important during and after legal issues, and how doing so removes the baggage of litigation.

Ken Landau talks with attorney and law firm marketing consultant Andy Cabasso, who describes how law firms can improve their technology and update and simplify their websites. He also describes his journey from attorney to law firm consultant.

Ken Landau talks with attorneys Steven Frankel and Michael Masri, from the Mineola law firm of Meltzer Lippe, who offers tips on "How To Avoid Business Litigation." Topics include how litigation can destroy a business while ADR and negotiation can preserve relationships.

Ken Landau speaks with author and resilience expert, Adam Markel, who shares insight from his latest book, "Change-Proof. Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long Term Resilience." He describes proven ways to build and grow resilience. He is also the author of "Pivot."

Ken Landau talks with business coach and online tutor Joanne Kaminski, who offers guidance to lawyers, professionals, retirees, graduate students and others, as to how they can start an (online) tutoring business or side gig. She is the author of "How To Start An Online Tutoring Business."

Ken Landau talks with certified mindfulness and wellness coach Michelle Willette, who offers 20 simple tips, on how lawyers, students and others can include fun activities to relieve the heaviness of pressure and stress being experienced. She is also the author of 'Five Steps To Wellness.'

Ken Landau talks with business law attorney Leo Barnes of the firm of Barnes and Barnes in Melville, and business valuation expert John Agogliata from the firm of Marshall and Stevens, as they discuss best practices for successful family businesses.

Ken Landau talks with real estate expert Valerie Fitzgerald, who provides information on real estate trends in 2022, and how to make your home more marketable.

Ken Landau talks with Dr. Nina Ahuja, author of "Stress In Medicine," who offers tips to lawyers, doctors, students and others on leadership skills and ways they can reduce stress.

Ken Landau talks with Angelica Cesario, Esq; Director of Attorney Education and Development for Lawline, who offers a preview of their Continuing Legal Education programs for 2022, and explains how lawyers and others can join their faculty.

Ken Landau talks with Ann Butera, business expert, and President of the "The Whole Person Project, Inc," and former Host of "Business Forum" on WHPC radio; wh discusses her new book, "Say What?! Communicating with Tact and Impact." This book offers lawyers and trusted advisors tips and exercises on improving their communication skills and ways to influence clients.

Ken Landau talks with financial expert Gary Sirak, who explains the do's and don'ts of retirement. He discusses when to retire, financial considerations, and offers many suggestions on how to fill it with other activities you enjoy. He is the author of "How To Retire And Not Die."