New York Law Journal - This Week's News

Visiting Old Friends: Manifest Disregard, The Non-Existent Arbitral Institution and Section 1782

Thu, 21 May 2026 08:27:59 EST

]]>In their International Litigation column, the authors look at recent decisions that address issues discussed in this column over the years: manifest disregard of the facts, the non-existent arbitral...

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Thursday Newspaper

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:00:59 EST

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Meet the Fordham Law Prof Who's the New President of the New York City Bar

Wed, 20 May 2026 17:22:09 EST

]]>Matthew Diller is the first academic to serve as president of the New York City Bar Association in more than three decades. He brings extensive experiences as a legal aid practitioner.

Democratic Senators Press 2nd Circuit Nominee on His Legal Work for Trump

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:24:27 EST

]]>“What I will do is commit to you that, if I'm confirmed and take the oath of office, to be impartial and to rule without fear or favor, Matthew Schwartz told the Senate Judiciary Committee....

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The Bridge From Voir Dire to Final Argument: Using 'Brutal Honesty,' Personal Responsibility, and Juror Commitment to Shape the Verdict

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:21:26 EST

]]>The article highlights that effective trial advocacy starts during jury selection, not just at opening statements. Using honest, open questions about responsibility helps reveal jurors' core beliefs....

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Federal Appeals Court Bars Defunct Soccer League From Retrying Antitrust Case Against National Federation

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:01:20 EST

]]>The Second U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the North American Soccer League, a defunct league represented by Winston & Strawn antitrust attorney, Jeffrey Kessler, had waived the argument...

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Kaisa Wins Ch15 Recognition, New York Court Permanently Stays Bondholder Suit

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:16:44 EST

]]>Judge John Mastando in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York granted final Chapter 15 relief to Cayman Islands-incorporated Kaisa and its British Virgin Islands-subsidiary Rui...

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LULULEMON DUPE Is Not a Trademark Filing—It Is a Damages Argument

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:03:38 EST

]]>This article explores how Lululemon's recent federal trademark registration for the phrase "LULULEMON DUPE" signifies a strategic shift from traditional brand defense to monetization. By securing...

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Second Circuit Rejects Attempt Narrowly to Construe Settlement Agreement

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:45:27 EST

]]>In 2019, Visa and Mastercard settled a federal antitrust class action. Gasoline retailers who didn't opt out then filed their own state-law claims. The court ruled in 2026 that these retailers were...

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Bard Wins First PowerPort Bellwether: Early Edge, Not End Game

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:59:17 EST

]]>The first trial in the MDL against Bard ended with a verdict favoring Bard on infection claims, with more trials upcoming. In the Boy Scouts bankruptcy, survivors are receiving staged payments, but a...

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The Institutional Investor '90-Day Rule' Under Real Property Law Article 16

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:29:59 EST

]]>Peter Fisch and Salvatore Gogliormella discuss how New York's Article 16 law imposes a 90-day public listing requirement on the acquisition of single- and two-family homes by institutional investors,...

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The 'Rebalancing' of Paul Weiss Has Accelerated—and Litigators Are Feeling It

Wed, 20 May 2026 07:08:25 EST

]]>Leadership changes at the top, notable exits, associate cuts, and continued controversy over the firm's deal with the Trump administration have compounded the identity shift to a top M&A and...

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Wednesday Newspaper

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:00:59 EST

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'Her Word Versus Her Own Word': Inside the Defense Team Strategy Behind the Weinstein Mistrial

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:40:39 EST

]]>Agnifilo Intrater partners Teny Geragos and Jacob Kaplan discuss defense themes and share how they uncovered new evidence in Weinstein's third Manhattan trial, which ended last week in a mistrial....

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Defending the Tangential Caregiver in Medical Malpractice Cases

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:29:56 EST

]]>Medical malpractice cases are complex, often involving multiple specialists with limited duties. Defense attorneys should quickly identify whether a caregiver had a legal duty to the patient, as...

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NY Lawmakers Weigh Random Audits of Law Firm Escrow Accounts

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:29:14 EST

]]>The legislation would direct the courts' administrative arm to develop and implement a statewide random audit compliance program within the offices of the Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection.

Judge Blocks ICE's 'Unfettered' Immigration Court Arrests, After DOJ's 'Mea Culpa Letter'

Tue, 19 May 2026 13:23:06 EST

]]>ICE's practice of arresting people in or near New York City's immigration courts had been universally decried by immigration advocates. U.S. District Judge P. Kevin Castel had initially allowed the...

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Landlord-Tenant Decisions Clarify GCEL, Discovery Rules

Tue, 19 May 2026 13:08:26 EST

]]>This week, Scott Mollen discusses two landlord-tenant decisions: Bedrock Equities LLC v. Husain,' holding that a landlord pursuing a Good Cause Eviction Law holdover against a month-to-month tenant...

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NYC Lateral Hiring Reaches 3-Year High

Tue, 19 May 2026 11:22:17 EST

]]>Dechert, Sidley Austin, Kirkland & Ellis and Ropes & Gray were the top firms with the most Q1 laterals in New York, according to Macrae.

Your Estate Plan Might Be Worthless the Moment You Need It Most

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:29:59 EST

]]>A look at the gap between having estate planning documents and having a plan that actually functions during incapacity, family conflict, guardianship disputes, and long-term care crises. The article...

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Lost Notes and the Security Requirement Under UCC §3-804

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:16:47 EST

]]>Jeffrey Steiner, Scott Weinberg and Joel Haims discuss how New York courts handle enforcement of lost promissory notes under UCC §3-804, focusing on the tension between the statute's mandatory...

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New York's Highest Court Throws Out Murder Conviction on Speedy Trial Grounds

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:09:29 EST

]]>In People v. Woods, the New York Court of Appeals vacated Woods's murder conviction due to a three-year delay before his fourth trial, violating his right to a speedy trial. The court found the delay...

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Business Valuation in Divorce: Judicial Discretion Reigns

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:57:59 EST

]]>Alan Feigenbaum discusses how a recent New York divorce case involving the valuation of a family-owned construction business underscores the broad discretion courts have in determining business value...

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'Daugerdas v. Commissioner': The Seventh Circuit Addresses Tax Restitution

Tue, 19 May 2026 06:59:59 EST

]]>"This column examines the Seventh Circuit's reasoning in Daugerdas, including its textual analysis of section 6201(a)(4)(A), its treatment of Daugerdas's contention that the IRS was bound by the...

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Judges May Not Sit on Rent Guidelines Boards, Even Unpaid: Judicial Ethics Opinion 25-178

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:59:59 EST

]]>A full-time judge may not accept an appointment to serve on a city's Rent Guidelines Board, even if the judge is willing to decline compensation.

Judge's Involvement in a Not-for-Profit Organization That Excludes Women Explained: Judicial Ethics Opinion 25-177

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:59:59 EST

]]>(1) It is a judge's obligation to determine whether exclusion of women from a not-for-profit cultural or civic organization constitutes invidious discrimination. If so, the judge may not be an...

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Tuesday Newspaper

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:00:59 EST

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Uber Revs Up Calif. RICO Case, Citing Recent Ruling in Pennsylvania

Mon, 18 May 2026 18:11:14 EST

]]>Uber filed a notice of supplemental authority in its RICO case against two Los Angeles plaintiffs firms, citing a May 11 decision by a federal judge refusing to dismiss a similar case against...

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'Something I Never Imagined Was Possible': Protesters Rally After Woman Gives Birth in Brooklyn Court

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:42:48 EST

]]>"She deserved to give birth under the care of medical professionals, in a sterile environment, with the support, safety and privacy all people giving birth should have," said Kendall Cox, a staff...

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Deadline Extended: New York Legal Awards 2026

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:21:59 EST

]]>We are seeking nominations to honor attorneys, firms and legal departments in New York state.

Sixth Circuit Holds that NLRB's Cemex Ruling is the Product of an Unlawful Adjudication

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:48:06 EST

]]>The NLRB's 'Cemex' decision changed longstanding rules, allowing serious employer unfair labor practices to justify a bargaining order without a new election. The Sixth Circuit recently criticized...

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U.S. Authorities Move to Resolve Gautam Adani's Legal Woes

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:31:06 EST

]]>DOJ officials filed a motion to dismiss the criminal case against the Indian billionaire businessman on Monday in a short letter citing prosecutorial discretion and questioning the role of the judge...

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Letter to the Editor: Remembering My Judicial Branch Colleague & Friend Michael McEneney

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:10:24 EST

]]>In addition to the family's obituary published last week, retired New York Court of Appeals Judge Joseph W. Bellacosa memorializes former New York Court Administrator Michael McEneney, who died in...

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Fifth Wachtell Partner Moves to Latham

Mon, 18 May 2026 11:40:48 EST

]]>Latham & Watkins is adding its fifth lateral partner from Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz since February 2025, this time bringing in an executive compensation, employment & benefits...

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In Mixed Ruling, Judge Permits Key Evidence in Mangione Murder Trial

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:19:13 EST

]]>Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Gregory Carro on Monday ruled that prosecutors may introduce the contents of the accused killer's backpack, which include the alleged murder weapon and a notebook in...

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Amid Mass Recall, Litigator Explains Why Waymo Legal Claims Aren't Yet Ripe

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:05:35 EST

]]>Despite a recent recall of more than 3,700 self-driving Waymo rideshares, products liability litigator Rebekah Cooper told Law.com legal claims are not yet ripe.

Four Successful Tactics for Criminal Defense Attorneys Representing Traumatized Clients

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:25:59 EST

]]>This article offers four trauma-informed strategies for criminal defense attorneys to better support clients with trauma histories, emphasizing safety, understanding memory, transparent...

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Highlights from the ABA's 2026 Antitrust Spring Meeting

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:08:59 EST

]]>"The American Bar Association held its 74th Antitrust Spring Meeting in Washington, D.C. from March 25 27, bringing together thousands of antitrust lawyers, economists, and practitioners for three...

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NYC Bar Discusses How State Privacy Amendment Could Expand Rights Beyond US Constitution

Mon, 18 May 2026 07:59:59 EST

]]>If passed, New York would join the dozen other states that have enshrined robust privacy protections in their constitutions, like Alaska, Hawaii and Washington, and it would establish a...

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Navigating Cybersecurity Risks in the Era of Agentic AI

Mon, 18 May 2026 05:59:59 EST

]]>As companies and their workforces embrace agentic AI in business operations and the corporate environment, unique cybersecurity risks are introduced, including novel attack vectors such as prompt...

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Privileged by Design: Protecting Attorney-Client Privilege Across the Cybersecurity Lifecycle

Mon, 18 May 2026 05:59:59 EST

]]>"Courts have developed a substantial body of case law examining when privilege protections apply to cyber-related work. The decisions are fact-intensive, and outcomes often turn on operational...

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Big Law Real Estate Practices See More Momentum Amid Boom in Data Center Deals

Mon, 18 May 2026 05:59:59 EST

]]>Amid some of the latest lateral moves, Latham & Watkins, Jones Day and Mayer Brown have all, in the last week, hired real estate partners, all of whom point to growing client activity in their...

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Data Breach Liability in New York: What Companies Need to Know

Mon, 18 May 2026 05:59:59 EST

]]>New York companies face high legal risks from data breaches, especially involving vendors. Laws like the SHIELD Act require strong cybersecurity measures and vendor oversight. Regulators and courts...

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From Paper to Practice: What the SEC's Reg S-P Amendments Actually Demand of Investment Advisers

Mon, 18 May 2026 05:59:59 EST

]]>This article explores the practical legal and compliance implications of the Reg S-P amendments for registered investment advisers, providing a roadmap for what defensible compliance looks like as of...

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Monday Newspaper

Mon, 18 May 2026 01:00:59 EST

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Attorney for GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Blakeman Says Match Funds Suit Isn't Just About Money

Fri, 15 May 2026 17:20:56 EST

]]>The litigation to unlock $3.5 million also centers on "notice, cure and due process," said Adam Fusco, the attorney for GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman.

Mistrial Concludes Third Weinstein Sex Crimes Trial in Manhattan

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:05:35 EST

]]>Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Curtis Farber granted the defense request, after a previous admonition failed to move the seven-man, five-woman jury to a decision. The District Attorney's Office did...

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Feds Appear Set to Drop Criminal Case Against Adani Following SEC Civil Settlement

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:18:28 EST

]]>The DOJ is expected to ask a judge to dismiss the criminal case against the Indian billionaire businessman Gautam Adani and his nephew on Monday, a source confirmed. The federal Office of Foreign...

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Problem Solving Courts: Strengthen Communities, Save Lives and Reduce Crime

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:33:26 EST

]]>May is National Treatment Court month. In honor of this, Judge Debra Young, the statewide coordinating judge for problem solving courts, discusses the importance of problem solving courts and...

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Inbox Under Attack: Why Data Hygiene Is Your First Line of Defense in Email Security

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:21:59 EST

]]>While security to keep criminals out of email is key, businesses should also focus on good data hygiene to ensure sensitive or personal information is not being stored unnecessarily in user accounts...

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Fear and Loathing: AI Intoxication and the Hallucinations Keeping Lawyers Employed

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:59:59 EST

]]>A look at how the growing reliance on generative tools are reshaping the legal profession, raising ethical concerns and potentially undermining the training of future attorneys.

Judicial Ethics Opinion 25-176

Fri, 15 May 2026 03:59:59 EST

]]>Subject to appropriate administrative approvals, an individual judge may use personal funds to commission lapel pins and challenge coins featuring the Unified Court System seal and/or logo to give as...

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Friday Newspaper

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:00:59 EST

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Potential Impact of Proposed Changes to New York Estate and Property Taxes

Thu, 14 May 2026 21:51:43 EST

]]>NYC Mayor Mamdani's proposed estate tax reforms aim to lower the exemption from $7.35 million to $750,000 and raise the top tax rate to 50%, significantly increasing estate taxes for many residents....

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Wilson Sonsini Offers Nearly $1M in Stipends to Summer Associates, Nonprofits to Encourage Pro Bono Partnerships

Thu, 14 May 2026 18:16:50 EST

]]>So-called “signing bonuses for summer associates who do public interest work are growing in popularity, but Wilson Sonsini took it a step further, compensating nonprofits and government...

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Authors Who Opted Out of $1.5B Anthropic Settlement File Copyright Suit, Request Jury Trial

Thu, 14 May 2026 18:08:20 EST

]]>Twenty-eight writers say class action treatment lets AI companies extinguish high-value copyright claims on the cheap in a new lawsuit accusing Anthropic of infringing their work.

In Partnership With Localities, NY Court Leaders Have Drastically Reduced Court Buildings' Deficiencies

Thu, 14 May 2026 16:24:28 EST

]]>The administrative arm of New York courts is hailing progress toward addressing deficient court buildings. But some lawmakers are moving to eliminate its key enforcement mechanism—the...

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Boosted by Transactional Demand, Croke Fairchild Expands Into NYC

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:34:24 EST

]]>The midsize firm from Chicago is seeking to build out its talent pool in the New York area to meet increasing client demand for fund formation, venture capital, mergers and acquisitions and debt...

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NY City Bar White Collar Chair Laments DOJ Withdrawal From Conference

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:21:53 EST

]]>In remarks at the New York City Bar's annual White Collar Crime Conference, White Collar Crime Institute Chair James Loonam called it "a shame" that DOJ attorneys were directed last-minute to pull...

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Defamation Claims at the Intersection of Church and State

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:01:07 EST

]]>"This article explores how New York courts have drawn the line between abstention and adjudication in church-related defamation disputes, surveys the divergent approaches taken in other...

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Squaring Off Against Law Firms, DOJ Argues Trump Can Revoke Their Security Clearances

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:51:03 EST

]]>While the case was squarely about the EOs against the four law firms, Trump's EO against Paul Weiss, and subsequent deal, was also of interest to the lawyers and panel of judges.

Second Circuit Backs Federal Reserve's Discretionary Power Over Master Accounts

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:21:53 EST

]]>A unanimous Second Circuit panel ruled that Banco San Juan Internacional, a Puerto Rican bank with Big Law representation, did not have a statutory right to gain access to the Federal Reserve's...

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What ‘Van Dyke' Does (and Does Not)Tell Us About the Limits of Insider Trading Prosecutions

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:59:59 EST

]]>Pryor Cashman attorneys examine how the prosecution in ‘United States v. Van Dyke' reflects the expanding reach of insider trading law into prediction markets and government information, while...

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Bob Hall: How the Father of Wheelchair Racing Changed the New York City Marathon and Inspired a Generation of Pro Bono Attorneys

Wed, 13 May 2026 23:09:47 EST

]]>Bob Hall, the father of wheelchair racing and a two-time Boston Marathon winner, was the lead plaintiff in a groundbreaking lawsuit under the Americans with Disabilities Act that opened up the field...

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Fore! Court of Appeals Reaffirms Assumption of Risk

Wed, 13 May 2026 22:52:03 EST

]]>The article explains that New York courts are reaffirming that assumption of risk applies mainly to sports and recreation, where participants accept inherent dangers. Recent cases show that injuries...

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'I Can't Say It Without Gasping': Calif. Judge Blasts Class Counsel's $85M Fee Request in Google Settlement

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:35:17 EST

]]>"The pyramids were built in less time than it took to litigate this case," U.S. District Judge James Donato, in the Northern District of California, told class counsel at an April 30 hearing.

Retaliation Claims in Ex-Staffer Suit Revived Against Campaign Committee for NYAG Letitia James

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:38:01 EST

]]>The Appellate Division, First Department said retaliation claims can continue, but affirmed a lower court's ruling to dismiss the case against New York Attorney General Letitia James. Plaintiff Sofia...

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Ex-Celsius Officer Receives Time-Served Sentence After Cooperating With Feds

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:32:56 EST

]]>U.S. District Judge John G. Koeltl sentenced Roni Cohen-Pavon to time served based, in part, on his “substantial cooperation with the federal government's investigation and prosecution of his...

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Attorney Greets NY Senate Action to Give Lifeline to Hundreds of Child and Adult Victims' Claims

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:29:27 EST

]]>Hillary Nappi, an attorney specializing in sexual assault lawsuits filed under lookback windows, urges New York lawmakers to relax a New York State Court of Claims requirement for victims to recall...

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2025 Annual Report of Clerk of the Court of Appeals

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:03:30 EST

]]>The 2026 Court of Appeals report shows fewer appeals in 2025, with quick case resolutions and mostly affirmed criminal decisions. Civil appeals mainly involved permission from higher courts. The...

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Ex-Brooklyn Supreme Court Judge Taken Into Custody in Federal Investigation

Wed, 13 May 2026 11:37:15 EST

]]>Edward Harold King resigned from the bench in February while under investigation by the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct.

Trust Nothing; Verify Everything: AI in the Legal Profession

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:49:12 EST

]]>Judge A. Gail Prudenti (ret.) argues that the legal profession and law schools need to strengthen AI literacy and oversight as even elite firms are falling victim to artificial intelligence...

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The Legal Profession Is Still Under Attack—Silence Is Not an Option

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:44:45 EST

]]>The author states "On May 14, the D.C. Circuit Court will hear arguments in one of the most significant cases on the independence of the legal profession. In Perkins Coie LLP v. U.S. Department of...

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Supreme Court Hears Argument on Broker Liability in ‘Montgomery v. Caribe'

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:39:09 EST

]]>Steven Saal examines the U.S. Supreme Court's oral arguments in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, where the justices grapple with whether federal law shields freight brokers from state negligence...

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Do Lawyers Talk to the Press to Influence the Judge?

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:12:07 EST

]]>The article discusses how lawyers might try to influence judges through media coverage, intentionally or not. Judges often read about cases in the press, which can affect their perceptions and...

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Judicial Ethics Opinion 25-175

Wed, 13 May 2026 03:59:59 EST

]]>A judge who believes that one litigant illegally recorded another litigant's conversations has no ethical obligation to take any action, but may do so in his/her discretion. We cannot comment on any...

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Debevoise Harnesses Client Practice, Internal Experimentation to Navigate AI Era

Tue, 12 May 2026 17:39:07 EST

]]>Along with a robust internal AI program, Debevoise is turning to its client AI advisory tool STAAR to help steer its tech transformation

Defense, Prosecution Clash Over Credibility in Closing Arguments at Harvey Weinstein Rape Retrial

Tue, 12 May 2026 17:04:53 EST

]]>Weinstein, 74, is standing trial for a third time in Manhattan on sex crimes charges. A jury is expected to begin deliberations on Wednesday.

Barclay Damon Highlights Efforts Blocking NY Ban on Refrigerants

Tue, 12 May 2026 16:34:24 EST

]]>The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation engineered the regulation to combat climate change. But opposing counsel said the agency failed to comply with procedural rulemaking...

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Court Dismisses FHA Claims Tied to Alleged Assault, Eviction and Sex-Work Accusations

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:57:41 EST

]]>Scott Mollen discusses "Tell v. 9 West 73rd St. LLC," where a federal court dismissed a transgender tenant's Fair Housing Act claims, finding the complaint failed to allege severe discriminatory...

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Retiring Practitioner Set to Receive Local Bar's Lifetime Achievement Award

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:31:45 EST

]]>Barbara King, a longtime Tully Rinckey partner in Latham, reflected on her 38-year career in family and matrimonial law that concludes upon her May 21 retirement. King is set to receive an award for...

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4 Partners Exit Sidley for Akin Gump in New York, London

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:48:04 EST

]]>The private equity quartet are the latest partners in Akin's recent hiring drive.

Navigating New York's Fragmented System of Commercial Property Tax Appeals

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:28:31 EST

]]>New York's property tax appeal system is highly complex and varies significantly by location. While all cases follow a general two-step process—an administrative appeal under the Real Property...

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Kirkland, Hogan Lovells, Linklaters Steer Angelini's $4.1B U.S. Pharma Deal

Tue, 12 May 2026 06:18:16 EST

]]>U.S., British and Italian law firms guide Italian pharma company Angelini into the world's largest pharmaceutical market.

Splicing Patent Eligibility: The Federal Circuit Restores § 101 Eligibility for Engineered Cells in 'REGENXBIO v. Sarepta'

Tue, 12 May 2026 05:50:59 EST

]]>"This article reviews the background of the dispute, the Federal Circuit's reasoning, and the practical implications for patent strategy in the field of biologics."

Judicial Ethics Opinion 25-174

Tue, 12 May 2026 03:59:59 EST

]]>A part-time town justice may serve on the town's strictly advisory historic preservation commission, but must disqualify in all matters involving the commission or its recommendations. Should...

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Watchdog Reveals Grievance Action Against Head of U.S. Attorney's Office in Albany

Mon, 11 May 2026 17:36:38 EST

]]>An attorney grievance committee, answering a D.C.-based watchdog organization, said it was forced to be vague in finding "sufficient basis for a finding of professional misconduct" against President...

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Trump Taps Ex-Personal Attorneys for Bench, Raising Recusal Questions

Mon, 11 May 2026 17:29:18 EST

]]>“Considering the kind of representation that you've provided President Trump ... I would say that in any case involving President Trump's personal interests, you should recuse yourself, because...

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Federal Judge Sanctions NYC Law Department Over E%E2%80%91Discovery Failures in IVF Bias Case

Mon, 11 May 2026 17:26:13 EST

]]>A federal judge in Manhattan has ordered the New York City Law Department to pay attorney fees and costs after it failed for months to produce electronic discovery in a lawsuit alleging fertility...

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NY State Appellate Court Hears Arguments Over Judge's 80% Reduction of $100M Verdict

Mon, 11 May 2026 17:07:14 EST

]]>The Appellate Division, Fourth Department in Rochester heard arguments for close to two hours, setting aside time limits due to the case's impact on civil rights. It concerns an incarcerated man who...

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Analysis: OpenAI Sued Over ChatGPT's Alleged Role in FSU Shooting

Mon, 11 May 2026 15:44:20 EST

]]>"Unfortunately, I think this is just the beginning," a products liability and personal injury attorney not involved in the litigation told Law.com.

Letter to the Editor: Responding to Glenn Hardy's 'Case for Protecting Defense Attorneys'

Mon, 11 May 2026 15:34:03 EST

]]>Patricia Warth, Director of the New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services, counters Hardy's assertion that harsher sentences would make defense attorneys safer, but credits him with shedding...

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Michael F. McEneney, Legal Luminary Who Helped Shape the Courts of New York, Dies at 93

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:27:26 EST

]]>McEneney, whose nearly four-decade career helped shape the modern New York State court system, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, in the Woodlawn neighborhood of the Bronx, at the age of 93.

Supreme Court Decision Clarifies Protection of ISPs From Liability

Mon, 11 May 2026 11:01:04 EST

]]>The Supreme Court in Cox Communications v. Sony Music clarified that internet providers are not liable for user copyright infringement unless they show clear intent to promote or facilitate piracy....

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TAR and Feather Them: How Principles of TAR can Influence Use of GenAI

Mon, 11 May 2026 10:38:23 EST

]]>This article discusses how, in light of parties' increasing use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) to facilitate document collection and production, courts may neatly apply...

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Court of Appeals Rules that DVSJA Hearings Are Not Waivable as a Condition of a Guilty Plea

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:52:20 EST

]]>Elizabeth Langston Isaacs discusses the New York Court of Appeals' ruling in ‘People v. N.H'. that Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act sentencing hearings cannot be waived as part of plea...

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