Current Pension Topics: How to Lessen Risk In Your Investments
By JOEL FRANK
      The following is a continuation of last week's column. The information is taken from the Web site of the New York State and Local Retirement System: http://www.osc.state.ny.us /retire/planning/index.htm The Next Step With a few dollars put aside, you've got to decide what to do with them.
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YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY
By DAVID BROWN
      You only need to look at the Indianapolis Colts' Super Bowl-winning quarterback Peyton Manning to understand how the secret to a successful football season can depend on a savvy quarterback and great play-calling.
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Know Your Rights: New ADA Amendments Offer Real Protection
By JAMES A. BROWN
      Sometimes laws, drafted with the best of intentions, are interpreted by courts so that they fail to attain their remedial objectives. This is particularly disappointing when courts narrowly construe anti-discrimination laws. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is an excellent example of a law which never achieved its potential.
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