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_
April 02, 2024 | New York Law Journal
'Our System Is Not for Hire': Trial Opens Against Former Court Official Charged With Official MisconductProsecutors allege Melissa Ringel abused her position at the Appellate Division, First Department to benefit her husband's client. Defense counsel said she lacked the requisite intent to support the charge.
By Emily Saul
4 minute read
April 02, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Read the Order: Merchan Extends Curb on Trump's Speech to Bar Attacks on Family Members of Judge, DAThe ruling follows a request from prosecutors last week to clarify the scope of the ruling, in the wake of online attacks by Trump against Justice Merchan's daughter and DA Alvin Bragg's wife.
By Emily Saul
3 minute read
April 02, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Jury Awards $35M to Woman Injured by Shattering Glass DoorPlaintiff Meghan Brown was represented by Thomas Moore of Kramer, Dillof, Livingston & Moore.
By Emily Saul
4 minute read
March 29, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Prosecutors Accuse Trump of Violating Gag Order in Online Attacks Against Judge's DaughterTrump's lawyers say prosecutors are misinterpreting the order.
By Emily Saul
2 minute read
March 29, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Ex-Judge and Brooklyn Pol Frank Seddio Accused of Legal Malpractice, Attempted Judicial TamperingA new lawsuit alleges Seddio, once a Surrogates Court Judge in Brooklyn, was bought into a case by Cole Schotz in an attempt to influence Manhattan Commercial Division Justice Andrew Borrok. Borrok is not accused of any wrongdoing.
By Emily Saul
3 minute read
March 28, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Guggenheim Securities Sues Over Alleged $11 Million Contract BreachPlaintiffs claim entertainment firm Falcon's Beyond Global–which designs and operates experiences for venues like theme parks, zoos, and museums–has failed to pay them anything following a successful merger.
By Emily Saul
3 minute read
March 27, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Family of Teen Slain by Ghost Gun Files Wrongful Death Suit Against ManufacturerThe wrongful death suit against the manufacturer is believed to be the first of its kind filed in New York State.
By Emily Saul
4 minute read
March 26, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Merchan Issues Limited Gag Order Against Trump Ahead of TrialTrump is barred from speaking publicly about prosecutors and court staff, their families, known or foreseeable witnesses, and prospective jurors or seated jurors in the case.
By Emily Saul
3 minute read
March 26, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Investment Group Fortress Seeks Payment Over Default of $533 Million LoanPlaintiff Fortress Credit Corp. is asking a judge to find real estate developer Charles S. Cohen liable for almost $190 million in outstanding funds, per a motion for summary judgment in lieu of complaint filed Monday.
By Emily Saul
2 minute read
March 25, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Trump New York Criminal Trial to Begin April 15, Judge RulesThe case was originally scheduled to kick off on March 25, but was postponed by Acting Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan due to a last minute document dump.
By Emily Saul
3 minute read