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Don’t press your luck this St. Patrick’s Day: What you need to know about New York’s DWI/DUI laws
In an effort to combat drunk and impaired driving, New York State police and local law enforcement are anticipated to increase patrols this St. Patrick’s Day. Drivers should expect to see an increased presence of DWI patrols and sobriety checkpoints during St. Patrick’s Day weekend this year, March 15 through March 17.
How can you mend a broken heart? The constructive trust | Civil Litigation
As a commercial litigator for over 35 years, I have seen countless scenarios in which people who were once intimate business associates end up suing each other over real or perceived breaches, thefts, or betrayals.
Who is Required to Participate in an Individualized Education Program (“IEP”) Meeting?
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is the cornerstone of what services and goals are to be provided to a student with a disability. IEPs are a living and breathing document […]
ADA “tester” case dismissed by US Supreme Court | Commentary
Earlier this month, this publication ran an article [1] about a website accessibility lawsuit then-pending before the Supreme Court of the United States. Since that article’s publication, the Court issued […]
The most famous two words in American political rhetoric
The orator was a master of the theatrics of politics. He knew that his words could carry the country into the future or the wrong words might make his compatriots fearful of a difficult challenge.
An evening of Jazz for Justice | Commentary
Jazz for Justice is an evening of great jazz, fine food and fun in collaboration with the Eastman School of Music to benefit the Foundation of the Monroe County Bar. […]
An evening of Jazz for Justice to benefit Monroe County Bar
Jazz for Justice is an evening of great jazz, fine food and fun in collaboration with the Eastman School of Music to benefit the Foundation of the Monroe County Bar. […]
The hostile work environment | Commentary
The Second Circuit recently rescued a significant civil rights matter that addressed working conditions at the General Motors plant in Lockport, New York.
Things to do when filing for divorce in N.Y. | Commentary
Filing for divorce in New York can be a complex and difficult process. To navigate this journey successfully, it’s important to understand the specific requirements and take proactive steps to […]
New York’s mandatory nurse overtime law amendments take effect
Significant amendments to New York law regarding mandatory overtime for nurses took effect on June 28, 2023. The changes resulted from New York Assembly Bill 970 / Senate Bill 850, […]
What the expansion of the CAURD program means for the NYS cannabis industry
In March, the New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced the expansion of the conditional adult-use retail dispensaries (CAURD) program, doubling the anticipated 150 business licenses for dispensaries […]
Traps for the unwary: Nursing home admission agreements and third-party liability | Commentary
Federal regulators have found serious fault with the nursing home industry’s collection practices against third parties, such as family members or close friends of nursing home residents. Attorneys should be […]
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