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Emily Saul

Emily Saul

Emily Saul is a Litigation Reporter for the New York Law Journal, covering white collar crime and business courts in New York City. She can be reached via email at [email protected] or on Twitter @emily_saul_

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August 10, 2023 | New York Law Journal

First Department Says Employee Affidavit Not Enough to Validate Contract, Venue Change

In a 3-2 vote, the panel found that an affidavit from an employee with no direct knowledge of the circumstances surrounding an electronic signature was not sufficient to enforce a contract.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

August 09, 2023 | New York Law Journal

'Excuse After Excuse': Smartmatic Says Court Should Force Giuliani to Comply With Discovery

Smartmatic is also asking a judge to sanction Giuliani, alleging he's obstructing the litigation.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

August 09, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Judge Dismisses Airbnb Lawsuit Aimed at Blocking NYC Law Regulating Short-Term Rentals

Judge Arlene Bluth found it was "inherently rational" for New York City to require hosts register with a local agency and does not create an "overly onerous obligation" to the company or hosts.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

August 07, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Judge Dismisses Scott Stringer's Defamation Claims Against Accuser

Judge Richard Latin granted a motion to dismiss filed by defendant Jean Kim, finding Stringer's claims were time-barred.

By Emily Saul

2 minute read

August 07, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Meet the New Justices: Three Jurists Bring Litigation Experience to NY's Busy 2nd Dept.

While Lourdes Ventura's effective designation date is Monday, Carl Landicino took up his new role on Aug. 3. Laurence Love will be officially join the court Aug. 14.

By Emily Saul

9 minute read

August 04, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Bronx Defenders Executive Director Justine Olderman to Step Down

Olderman has agreed to stay on as the organization conducts its nationwide search for a new executive director.

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3 minute read

August 03, 2023 | New York Law Journal

First Civil Action Filed in Wake of Manhattan Crane Collapse, Seeks Damages for Emotional Distress

Plaintiffs including a woman who, while in her car, saw debris raining down and pelting the vehicle, are represented by Kline & Specter.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

August 03, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Paralegal Sues Cozen O'Connor and Partner, Alleging Bias and Harassment

The lawsuit accuses the chair of Cozen O'Connor's strategic risk and complex litigation group, John McDonough, of verbal abuse and discrimination.

By Emily Saul

5 minute read

August 03, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Fox Accuses Smartmatic of Manufacturing 'Controversy' in Defamation Lawsuit

Attorneys for the voting technology company last week accused Fox of leading them on a "wild goose chase" as they attempted to obtain recordings of meetings they say are relevant to their lawsuit.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

August 02, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Giuliani Accuser Seeks Sanctions, Alleging Ex-NYC Mayor Made 'Demonstrably False Statements' in Motion

"Ms. Dunphy is forced to bring this motion because Giuliani and the corporate Defendants repeatedly lied to the Court in their pending motion to strike certain allegations from Ms. Dunphy's Verified Complaint," states plaintiffs motion for sanctions.

By Emily Saul

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