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_
August 10, 2023 | New York Law Journal
First Department Says Employee Affidavit Not Enough to Validate Contract, Venue ChangeIn 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 DiscoverySmartmatic 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 RentalsJudge 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 AccuserJudge 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 DownOlderman has agreed to stay on as the organization conducts its nationwide search for a new executive director.
By Emily Saul
3 minute read
August 03, 2023 | New York Law Journal
First Civil Action Filed in Wake of Manhattan Crane Collapse, Seeks Damages for Emotional DistressPlaintiffs 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 HarassmentThe 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 LawsuitAttorneys 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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