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By Alan Feigenbaum | January 8, 2024
"Perhaps the simplest way to assess the issue is this: Would you ever consider listing a dog, or a cat, as an 'asset' on a statement of net worth? If so, would you list the pet under the heading 'household furnishings,' or would you list the pet in the 'other' assets category?" Alan Feignebaum discusses Judge Edmund M. Dane's recent decision in C.M. v. E.M. on this issue.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Karen Hoffman Lent and Kenneth Schwartz | January 8, 2024
In their Antitrust Trade and Practice Column, Karen Hoffman Lent and Kenneth Schwartz recap the major antitrust events of 2023 and highlight developments to look for in 2024.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Michael B. Titowsky | January 4, 2024
In this Mediation column, Michael B. Titowsky of NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation) explores what steps can be taken, by the lawyers, their clients and by the insurance carriers, to properly prepare for a labor law mediation.
By Matthew Biben and Olivia Radin | January 4, 2024
A curated roundup of significant federal and state enforcement actions against cryptocurrency companies in the past several years.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By William C. Donnino | January 4, 2024
In a split decision, the Court of Appeals in 'People v. Debellis' held that defense counsel did not provide meaningful representation because counsel failed to request a jury instruction on the "defense of voluntary surrender" of a firearm pursuant to Penal Law §265.20(a)(1)(f).
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Curtis B. Leitner and Justyn B. Stokely | January 4, 2024
Sometimes the "cause" standard in employment contracts specifies particular misconduct and a minimum level of culpability, such as "gross negligence" or "recklessness." Sometimes it's undefined. Either way, these provisions leave open a critical issue: the relevance of the employer's honesty, good faith and evenhandedness in applying the "cause" standard. Surprisingly, the New York case law on this point is a mixed bag.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Evan T. Barr | January 3, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court granted certiorari in 'McIntosh v. United States' to determine whether a district court may enter a preliminary order of forfeiture divesting a defendant of his or her property outside the time limits set forth in the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. The court's decision in 'McIntosh' may clarify whether the government can be strictly held to the kinds of deadlines that bedevil every other litigant.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Clay Steward and Kelsey Eidbo | January 3, 2024
In their Law Firm Management column, Clay Steward and Kelsey Eidbo of Infinite Global discuss the concept of reputational resilience and emphasize how firms steadfastly building a positive reputation well in advance of any real or perceived threat are most likely to withstand a crisis when it does inevitably emerge.
By Anita W. Laremont and Penny King | January 3, 2024
A discussion of the proposals Mayor Eric Adams has announced to modernize New York City zoning regulations in an effort to promote economic development. The authors cover the potential impact of the proposals as well as the next steps in the process.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Timothy M. Tippins | January 3, 2024
In his Matrimonial Practice column, Timothy M. Tippins explores the historic role of fault in equitable distribution and considers recent decisions that suggest the forces of change may be afoot.
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Frederick D. Miceli has joined the firm as Of Counsel
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