Brian Lee

Brian Lee is an Albany-based litigation reporter for the New York Law Journal. He has worked at daily newspapers in Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey. He can be reached at [email protected]. Twitter: @bleereporter

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October 24, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Wang Hecker Wins $25M CVA Judgment on Behalf of Client Abused by Her Brother

The Wang Hecker law firm won a $25 million judgment on behalf of its client who, under New York's Child Victims Act, sued her brother on allegations…

By Brian Lee

3 minute read

October 23, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Illicit Marijuana Business Operator Is Ordered to Pay New York $9.5M

The state attorney general is authorized on request by the Office of Cannabis Management to bring a proceeding against any person who violates the cannabis law.

By Brian Lee

3 minute read

October 22, 2024 | New York Law Journal

NY Justice Who Died in Motorcycle Accident on LI Expressway Remembered for Fairness, Warmth

State Supreme Court Justice Dawn Jimenez-Salta, 60, is remembered for her "no-nonsense" rulings and care for the community.

By Brian Lee

5 minute read

October 21, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'He Didn't Get the Message': Albany DA Nominee Kindlon Aims to Fend Off Defeated Incumbent's Write-In Bid

Lee Kindlon, who defeated incumbent David Soares in the primary, said he is ready to serve as DA with all of the rules that are in place.

By Brian Lee

5 minute read

October 18, 2024 | New York Law Journal

NYC Judge Holds Immigration Restriction Group in Contempt for Inadequate Response to AG Subpoena

State Supreme Court Justice Sabrina Kraus awarded the office of Attorney General Letitia James a $43,500 judgment, upped the VDARE Foundation's daily penalty to $1,000, and ordered VDARE to produce all unredacted documents within seven days.

By Brian Lee

2 minute read

October 17, 2024 | New York Law Journal

NY's Top Court Mulls Whether State Can Investigate Fired Catholic Priest's Bias Claim

Among the issues is whether the ministerial exception in employment cases applies to hostile work environment allegations.

By Brian Lee

6 minute read

October 17, 2024 | New York Law Journal

NY Judge Admonished for Writing Recommendation Letters for Pistol Licenses

A Westchester judge was also charged with engaging in ex parte communications, and failing to timely file his financial disclosure statement.

By Brian Lee

2 minute read

October 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Longtime Albany County DA Who Lost Primary Says His Write-In Campaign Has 'Statewide Consequences'

David Soares said he's remaining in the running because the November election has implications beyond the county's three cities, including the state capital, nine towns and five villages.

By Brian Lee

6 minute read

October 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

NY Financial Services Watchdog Unveils Recommendations to Manage AI Cybersecurity Risks

State-regulated entities operating under the state's banking, insurance or financial services laws must assess and take appropriate steps to address those evolving cybersecurity risks, New York State Department of Financial Services Superintendent Adrienne Harris said in a statement.

By Brian Lee

2 minute read

October 15, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'Solid Footing': NY's First Latino Chief Administrative Judge Assesses History, Budget Challenges

Judge Joseph A. Zayas, 16 months into his tenure, points to strides in diversity and morale, and taming case backlog.

By Brian Lee

8 minute read

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