By Samuel W. Buchbauer, Chair, LGBTQ+ Law Section | January 12, 2024
Samuel W. Buchbauer, chair of the LGBTQ+ Law Section, writes: Providing a state-wide community for LGBTQ+ identified legal professionals and allies through CLE programming, live events and advocacy work strengthens our Section's purpose to promote equality in the law for LGBTQ+ people.
By Kimberly Wolf Price, Chair, Women in Law Section | January 12, 2024
Kimberly Wolf Price, chair of the Women in Law Section, writes: Although there are varied protections for women, many stronger in New York than federally, the right of women to be free of discrimination exists only through a patchwork of laws and legal interpretation, subject to alteration by changing jurists and lawmakers.
By Vince Chang and Brian S. Cohen, Co-Chairs, Task Force on Combating Antisemitism and Anti-Asian Hate | January 12, 2024
Vince Chang and Brian S. Cohen, co-chairs of the Task Force on Combating Antisemitism and Anti-Asian Hate, write: Our task force has focused on statutory changes to address the hate crimes crisis and the problem of Internet hate speech, responses to the underreporting of hate crimes and an educational initiative to combat racial harassment and discrimination in schools.
By William T. Russell Jr., Chair, Task Force on Homelessness and the Law | January 12, 2024
William T. Russell Jr., chair of the Task Force on Homelessness and the Law, writes: Because there is no single cause of homelessness, the Task Force has created multiple subcommittees to focus on distinct areas of law and policy.
By Domenick Napoletano, President-Elect, NYSBA | January 12, 2024
Domenick Napoletano, president-elect of the New York State Bar Association, writes: The exclusion of lawyers from MSG facilities has not gone unnoticed, prompting legal challenges and responses from advocacy groups. Civil liberties organizations are advocating for clearer regulations on the use of AI in public spaces to ensure fairness, transparency and adherence to privacy laws.
By Ethan Bordman, Chair, Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law Section | January 11, 2024
Ethan Bordman, chair of the Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law Section, writes: During the recent strikes by the Writers Guild of America and the Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of TV and Radio Artists, AI was a major point of contention.
By Fern Finkel, Chair, Elder Law and Special Needs Section | January 11, 2024
Fern Finkel, chair of the Elder Law and Special Needs Section, writes: This year, 11 of our executive committee section members have seats on Governor Kathy Hochul's Master Plan on Aging, enabling us to further contribute to the roadmap for resolving some of the issues that confront our seniors and persons with special needs.
By Jeffrey K. Anderson, Chair, Dispute Resolution Section | January 11, 2024
Jeffrey K. Anderson, chair of the Dispute Resolution Section, writes: I submit that mediation as a means of seeking justice has proven itself when compared to trial by jury as a mechanism worthy of co-equal stature. Its success, offering the unique benefit of self-determination, is not disputed.
By Lisa Hayes, Chair, Health Law Section | January 11, 2024
Lisa Hayes, chair of the Health Law Section, writes: Changes to accreditation requirements, policy changes to abolish the race-based practice of medicine and expansion of innovative methods for service delivery to ensure racial justice will all work to impact the expanding role and responsibilities of health care attorneys.
By Robert E. Brown, Chair, General Practice Section | January 11, 2024
Robert E. Brown, chair of the General Practice Section, writes: The annual meeting is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals to learn about the latest developments and trends in the legal profession. Attendees will have the chance to network and engage with their peers and experts in the field.
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