Brian S Kabateck

Brian S Kabateck

June 11, 2020 | The Recorder

Cybersecurity Challenges for Remote Law Firms

Employees working from home are particularly vulnerable to phishing scams due to human errors and often have weak security protocols on their Wi-Fi networks, allowing hackers easier access to the network's traffic.

By Brian S. Kabateck and Joana Fang

5 minute read

March 05, 2019 | Litigation Daily

When Suing a Dead Person, Timing Is Everything

The death of a defendant before a lawsuit is filed or during the pendency of a lawsuit creates very complex issues and is procedurally taxing for any plaintiff lawyer.

By Brian S. Kabateck and Stephanie Charlin

6 minute read

March 05, 2019 | The Recorder

Timing Is Everything When Suing a Dead Person

The death of a defendant before a lawsuit is filed or during the pendency of a lawsuit creates very complex issues and is procedurally taxing for any plaintiff lawyer.

By Brian S. Kabateck and Stephanie Charlin

6 minute read

February 08, 2019 | The Recorder

How to Get Around the Dreaded Automatic Stay in Bankruptcy

For lawyers dismayed by the utility's bankruptcy filing or facing their own instances where a defendant has become a debtor amid litigation, there are ways to prevent an automatic stay from derailing your clients' civil cases for years.

By Brian S. Kabateck and Shant A. Karnikian

5 minute read

March 26, 2018 | The Recorder

#MeToo Wave Has Employers (and Their Insurers) Running for Cover 

Following the wave of attention garnered by high-profile cases involving sexual harassment and assault allegations against supervisors, employers are seeking out whatever help they can to prevent similar conduct from occurring under their watch.

By Brian S. Kabateck and Nicholas R. Moreno

6 minute read

November 27, 2017 | The Recorder

Massive Data Breaches Boost Demand for Cyber Insurance

Cyber security risks have become more significant as we store more consumer financial and health information in electronic form. Hardly a week goes…

By Brian S. Kabateck and Joana Fang

9 minute read

May 24, 2017 | The Recorder

Op-Ed: Claiming to Close the Gender Pay Gap, Google Opens Door to Potential Liability

The Department of Labor has subjected Silicon Valley companies such as the Mountain View search giant to increased scrutiny in recent months.

By Brian S. Kabateck and Natalie S. Pang

14 minute read

February 21, 2017 | The Recorder

Nightlife Violence: Who Is Responsible for Keeping It at Bay?

In an age of mass shootings and terrorist attacks, entertainment venues have a responsibility to implement stronger security measures to protect patrons.

By Brian S. Kabateck, Benjamin S. Hakimfar and Joana Fang

12 minute read

September 08, 2016 | The Recorder

Hello, College Football--and Bad-Faith Insurance Suits

Elite players who are projected to be high draft NFL picks often purchase pre-draft insurance policies. They're rarely adequate.

By Brian S. Kabateck and Justin F. Spearman

12 minute read

August 03, 2016 | The Recorder

Next Pokestop: The Courtroom?

If people walk off cliffs while playing Pokemon Go, the game's makers could be held responsible.

By Brian S. Kabateck and Natalie Pang

12 minute read