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RAWNY aims to simplify system of resources for formerly incarcerated individuals
The Reentry Association of Western New York is looking to launch a groundbreaking public safety initiative aimed at serving the more than 2,000 individuals returning to Rochester each year. RAWNY […]
Variety of factors helping M&A industry rebound nicely
If it seems as though every month you’re reading about a new local merger or acquisition, you’re not wrong. The M&A industry has rebounded nicely since the slowdown that occurred […]
AG James tours state with funding to fight opioid epidemic
New York Attorney General Letitia James has begun a “HealNY” tour across the state, where she is delivering the first of up to $1.5 billion to combat the opioid epidemic. […]
RochesterWorks initiative aims to reduce gun violence through workforce development
RochesterWorks! has launched a $2.25 million gun violence prevention initiative that is designed to provide job opportunities for hundreds of Rochester young adults. The region’s largest nonprofit provider of workforce […]
Rochester activists urge Hochul to reinstate advocate for people with disabilities
Rochester’s Center for Disability Rights is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign a bill to reinstate the Office of the Advocate for People with Disabilities.
Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach bridges gaps so people don’t fall through
Jon Olsen was introduced to Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach’s Nielsen House in 2014, when he walked through the front door in handcuffs. Today he serves as the home’s director. “I […]
Many employers caught between the vaccine and a hard place
Vaccine mandates are becoming more popular among large corporations and small businesses alike. But one in five Americans remain vaccine-resistant. What is an employer to do? Luke Wright, a partner […]
World Relief Western New York works to further local resettlement efforts
Refuge Rochester LLC has merged with World Relief to become World Relief Western New York, a nonprofit Christian humanitarian organization that works to bring sustainable solutions to some of the […]
Former assistant AG returns to Rochester to lay down roots, joins Bolanos Lowe
Kyle Sturgess has, in a manner of speaking, come full circle in his career. Sturgess, who most recently served as a New York state assistant attorney general, has returned to […]
New York to receive $1.1 billion in opioid epidemic settlement
Three of the nation’s largest drug distributors have agreed to pay up to $1.1 billion to New York state to combat the ongoing opioid epidemic.
Wolford will be first woman to serve as chief judge for WDNY
On Wednesday, the Hon. Elizabeth A. Wolford will become the first woman to serve as chief judge of the Western District of New York, and will hold the distinction of […]
Ontario County woman pleads guilty to stealing pension payments
An Ontario County woman has pleaded guilty to grand larceny for stealing more than $2,000 in pension payments from the New York State and Local Retirement System. New York State […]
Case Digests
- Second Circuit – Long-arm jurisdiction: Northwell Health Inc. v. Group Hospitalization and Medical Services Inc.
- Fourth Department – Motor vehicle accident: Thurston v. Howard
- Western District Case Notes
- Fourth Department – Disclosure: People v. Smith
- Second Circuit – Petition for bail: Fulton v. Mullin
- Fourth Department – Breach of lease agreement: Three Buds, LLC v. NCTBP Calabrese LLC
- Second Circuit – Expert testimony: Rutledge v. Walgreen Co.; Phippen v. Walgreen Co.
- Second Circuit – Congestion pricing: County of Rockland v. Triborough Bridge & Tunnel Auth.
- Fourth Department – Apartment search: People v. Shaw
- Fourth Department – Vicarious liability: Sarah R. v. Crouse Health Hospital
- Fourth Department – Waiver of indictment: People v. Schindler
Law News
- New trial granted for defendant unhappy with their attorney
- NY appellate court reinstates medical malpractice case
- NY appeals court reinstates slip-and-fall lawsuit
- Charter Communications must pay penalty for retaliation against employee
- Webster resident named to lead national court reporter group
- NY appeals court affirms rape conviction, rejects speedy trial claim
- Telesca Center for Justice gets $90,000 in state funding
- Trevett Cristo P.C. celebrates 100th anniversary