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Commentary: Explaining litigation through similes
Have you ever tried to explain the civil litigation process to a client through metaphor or simile? In my experience, there are some comparisons that are apt, and some that […]
Commentary: Spring cleaning for your delinquent clients
Spring is not too far around the corner. And during spring, you can’t escape those killer dust bunnies. They lurk in corners, growing larger and more ominous with time. And […]
Commentary: Trump’s rhetoric sinks immigration order
President Trump has promised to issue this week a new executive order on “Protecting the Nation from Terrorist Entry to the United States.” That is the title of the order […]
Commentary: A new reason for foreigners to avoid Google and Facebook
A Philadelphia court has made the unfortunate decision to reopen the legal debate on whether the U.S. has the right to access emails stored on foreign servers if they belong […]
Commentary: Donald Trump has put America in legal hell
President Donald Trump‘s attack on the federal judiciary last week came off to many as just the latest in his pattern of insults du jour, lobbed against anyone daring to […]
Commentary: Is big data laundering human bias?
Big data has expanded to the criminal justice system. In Los Angeles, police use computerized “predictive policing” to anticipate crimes and allocate officers. In Fort Lauderdale, Florida, machine-learning algorithms are […]
Commentary: The danger of telling an employee ‘I love you’
Of all the heartfelt gestures that can be made on Valentine’s Day — sending roses, a box of chocolates or even just a greeting card — perhaps nothing means more […]
Commentary: Key valuation elements to consider in your buy-sell agreement
A shareholder buy-sell agreement for a closely held business is not unlike a will for estate planning. You probably won’t need one until a “triggering event” in the agreement occurs. […]
Commentary: Embracing failure as an opportunity for improvement
Being a lawyer often involves a fair amount of sales and persuasion. Whether you are delivering an argument or pitching yourself as the lawyer who can deliver for his clients, […]
Commentary: Law before politics — liberals should welcome Gorsuch
Many liberals will be tempted to instinctively oppose Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch’s confirmation — because he is a self-proclaimed conservative, or because he was nominated by a divisive (even […]
Commentary: Why records of Nojay proceeding had to be disclosed
I knew Bill Nojay fairly well, before he entered politics. He was passionate about the rights of the disabled and at one time served on the legal committee of the […]
Commentary: Networking for extroverts … and introverts
A good network can be powerful and can open doors for lawyers. From securing a new client to securing a new position at a law firm, your network can help. […]
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