Reevaluation of Jury Verdicts: Standards for Assessing Weight of Evidence and Damages in Personal Injury Cases Introduction The case of James Blair v. Deona Coleman et al. (211 A.D.3d 671) serves as...
Reaffirming Judicial Authority in Property Classification and Enforcement of Court Orders Introduction The case of Linda M. Belmonte v. Paul J. Belmonte (211 A.D.3d 1131), adjudicated by the Supreme...
Establishing Duty of Care and Liability in Educational Institutions: Novak v. Sisters of the Heart of Mary Introduction In the landmark case of William Novak v. Sisters of the Heart of Mary,...
Reevaluating Custody Best Interests: Parental Substance Abuse in Brittni P. v. Michael P. Introduction Brittni P. v. Michael P., 210 A.D.3d 1338 (Supreme Court of New York, Third Department, 2022),...
Piercing the Corporate Veil and Res Judicata: Insights from Hudson Spring Partners v. P & M Design Consultants Introduction The case of Hudson Spring Partners, L.P. v. P & M Design Consultants, Inc.,...
Supreme Court of New York Grants Broad Extensions of Time: A Procedural Milestone Introduction On November 21, 2022, the Supreme Court of New York, Second Department, issued an unpublished opinion...
Requiring Prior Written Notice for Municipal Liability: Garcia v. Town of Tonawanda Introduction In Osvaldo Garcia v. Town of Tonawanda and County of Erie, 210 A.D.3d 1483 (Sup. Ct. NY, 4th Dept,...
Establishing Nondelegable Duties in Elevated Work Sites: Analysis of Carranza v. JCL Homes, Inc. Introduction The case of Ronal Carranza v. JCL Homes, Inc. serves as a pivotal judgment in the realm...
Enhanced Liability Under New Precedent in Labor Law § 240(1) Claims Introduction In the landmark case of Jorge Victoria Otero v. 635 Owner LLC et al. (210 A.D.3d 435, Supreme Court of New York, First...
Reinstatement of Fraudulent Inducement Claims and Clarification on Negligent Misrepresentation under CPLR 3211(a)(7) Introduction The case of Eric Feldman, et al. v. Jeffrey Byrne, et al.,...
Establishing the Safety Exemption under FOIL in Correctional Facility Disclosures Introduction The case Prisoners' Legal Services of New York v. New York State Department of Corrections and Community...
Strict Notice Requirements for Reformation Claims Under CPLR 203(f): Insights from Seneca Insurance Company v. 34-06 73, LLC Introduction The case of Seneca Insurance Company v. 34-06 73, LLC...
Custody Determination Reinforces Best Interests of the Child Standard in New York Introduction The case of Steven U. v. Alisha V. (209 A.D.3d 1184) adjudicated by the Supreme Court, Appellate...
Standing in Mortgage Foreclosure Actions: New Precedent on Proper Note Endorsement Introduction In the landmark case of Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association, etc., v. Shaun...
Affirming the Necessity of Definite Damages in Fraud Claims: Supreme Court of NY's Ruling in Vice, Inc. v. Scott Stapp Introduction The case of Vice, Inc. v. Scott Stapp addresses significant issues...
Supreme Court Affirmation of EDTPA Immunity in COVID-19 Related Wrongful Death Case Introduction The case of Antonella Ruth, as Administrator of the Estate of Lucia Consiglio, Deceased versus...
Public Censure of Attorney for Undignified Conduct Before Tribunal: Establishing Standards in Attorney Discipline Introduction The case of In the Matter of Andrew H. Freifeld examines the...
Enforceability of Appeal Waivers and Preservation Requirements in Guilty Pleas: Insights from People v. Clark Introduction People of the State of New York v. Dayzhon Clark (209 A.D.3d 1063) is a...
Suspension of Attorney Antzoulatos Reinforces Strict Adherence to Professional Conduct Rules Introduction The case of In the Matter of Alex G. Antzoulatos serves as a pivotal instance reinforcing the...
Causation in Workers' Compensation Claims: Affirming Decedent's Occupational Exposure in Vaughan v. Heritage Air Systems Introduction In Vaughan v. Heritage Air Systems, Inc., et al., the Supreme...