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RIT students compete in cyber defense contest
As participants in the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition in San Antonio last weekend, a group of Rochester Institute of Technology students found out what it’s like to be a network or security administrator in control of a company’s information system with the responsibility of managing and protecting an existing network structure. The students from […]
Cyberbullying law enacted in Erie Co.
Cyberbullying, or the use of an electronic device for harassing or bullying a minor or student, is now an unclassified misdemeanor in Erie County, punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 and/or up to one year in prison. Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz signed the bill into law on Monday, but expressed some […]
Fisher students compete in mock trial
Ten St. John Fisher College students recently participated in the American Mock Trial Association Regional Tournament at Buffalo State College. They competed against Penn State, Buffalo State and Ithaca College. This was their second year competing, and they received The American Mock Trial Association Spirit Award. Team members are Bridget Alberts, Katherine Lennon, Jennifer Coleman, […]
Ex-teacher admits luring students to send photos
BUFFALO — A former substitute teacher in western New York admits he collected child pornography and lured male students to send him explicit photos of themselves by posing as a teenage girl on Facebook. Timothy Bek of West Seneca pleaded guilty Monday to five counts of producing child pornography and one count of possession of […]
Bausch + Lomb providing eyewear
More than 150 students from the Rochester City School District are benefitting from the gift of clear vision through OneSight Clinics this week at the Bausch + Lomb Global Eye Health Center. The clinics started Monday and continue today.
Test measures abilities of lawyers, law students
Ever wanted a test to show you your aptitude at your job?
Legal Currents: The lure of law school and harsh realities
As Nicole Black explains, it’s time for law schools to truly prepare students for the realities of the job market following graduation.
Poll: Students optimistic despite money doubts
WASHINGTON, D.C. — For young people who came of age in the recession, the American dream of life getting better for each new generation feels like a myth. A majority expect to have a harder time buying a house ...
Roberts Wesleyan hosts campus preview
Roberts Wesleyan College invites students and parents to a free “Preview Day” Monday to learn more about the college, its academic programs and campus life.
Supreme Court divided on taxing medical residents
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday seemed divided on whether student doctors are students or employees when it comes to collecting Social Security taxes.
Urban League salutes black scholars
The Urban League of Rochester on Tuesday honored local high school seniors at its 31st annual Salute to Black Scholars recognition dinner at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center.
Case Digests
- Fourth Department – Breach of contract: Hausrath Landscape Maintenance Inc. v. Caravan Facilities Management LLC
- Second Circuit – New York Child Victim’s Act: Kane v. Mount Pleasant CSD; Coe v. Eastport Union Free School
- NYS Advisory Committee on Judicial Ethics – Appointing law clerk: Opinion 22-149
- Fourth Department – Bill of particulars: Harris v. Rome Memorial Hospital, et al.
- NYS Advisory Committee on Judicial Ethics – Accusations against co-judge: Opinion 22-148
- Fourth Department – Medicaid: Washington Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Home v. NYS Dept. of Health
- Fourth Department – Criminal possession of a firearm: People v. Wilson
- Fourth Department – Promoting prostitution: People v. Watts
- Second Circuit – Class certification: Arkansas Teachers Retirement System V. Goldman Sachs Group Inc.
- Fourth Department – Show-up identification: People v. Waggoner
- Fourth Department – Association: Victory Village Tenants Assoc. v. Evergreen Communities, et al.
- Second Circuit – In personam jurisdiction: Kaplan v. Bank Saderat PLC
Law News
- Greenlight Networks selects Buffalo-based attorney as general counsel
- Barclay Damon hires attorney Matt Smith
- Rochester man sues Geneseo police, alleging false arrest, assault
- The Daily Record’s Power List for Intellectual Property 2023
- NY ethics panel says judges can join NRA
- Harter Secrest & Emery LLP names partner-in-charge of Buffalo office
- Banned professor sues SUNY Fredonia leaders
- Hochul signs law requiring unemployment insurance information from employers
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