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April 23, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Legal Community Divided on NY Lawmakers' 'Landmark' Housing Deal

One lawyer said of lawmakers including new standards to combat discrimination in the provision of insurance to affordable housing that it's "an extremely important statement for the state of New York to be making, that we're not going to tolerate this, and I believe that we're the first in the nation to take action like that. It's 100% a national issue; not a New York State-specific issue."
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April 23, 2024 | The Recorder

Pornhub Accused of Sharing Users' Personal Data With Third Parties for Targeted Advertising

This suit was surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. Law.com Radar now offers state court coverage nationwide.
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April 23, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Understanding Website Surf-By Accessibility Lawsuits in New York

Eric Lanter of Offit Kurman discusses New York ADA website accessibility lawsuits. Court dockets are ballooning in New York with these types of "surf-by" cases. The article addresses five strategic tips for businesses to protect themselves and reduce exposure and liability.
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April 23, 2024 | Law.com

Eighth Circuit Affirms Denial of Qualified Immunity to Mayor and Police Chief of Missouri City in First Amendment Retaliation Lawsuit Brought by Former Police Officers

The Eighth Circuit recently affirmed the Western District of Missouri's denial of summary judgment based on qualified immunity to two individual defendants who had been sued for First Amendment retaliation under Section 1983.
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April 23, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Abolishing the 'Crime' of Adultery: Should Related Civil Fault Statutes Also Be Discarded?

In 1907, the state of New York made it a crime to commit adultery. That Class B misdemeanor was carried over from prior law when the Penal Law was revised in 1965. Now, New York State Assembly Bill No. 4714 calls for the repeal of that provision.
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April 23, 2024 | Supreme Court Brief

Lisa Blatt Makes History With 50 Arguments

The University of Texas School of Law grad brings a swashbuckling, no-holds-barred approach to high court oral advocacy that is unique in the staid world of appellate law.
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April 22, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Decision of the Day: Blind Drummer Lacks Standing to Assert ADA Claims Over Music Instrument Website

This ruling was selected and summarized by the New York Law Journal's decision editors. 
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April 22, 2024 | Legaltech News

E-Discovery Masters Conference Takeaways: ESI Protocols, Linked Files and More

To disclose or not disclose—that seems to be the key to many ESI protocols. During the Masters Conference in D.C., e-discovery experts explored if, and how, attorneys should negotiate the use of generative AI in their ESI orders.
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April 22, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

What Does 'File' Mean in Workers' Comp Cases? High Court Clarifies

"This is an important decision for all injured workers," Andrew Wallace said. "When a worker is injured, they often need medical treatment and payments for lost wages right away. Most injured workers do not have the luxury of waiting more than the 28-day statutory response period."
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April 22, 2024 | Law.com

In Wake of Arrests, Student Protester Suspensions, Columbia Holds Classes Remotely, Beefs Up Security

"To deescalate the rancor and give us all a chance to consider next steps, I am announcing that all classes will be held virtually on Monday," Columbia President Minouche Shafik wrote in a letter to the Columbia community Monday, adding that faculty and staff could also work remotely.
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