July 30, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Landlord Ordered To Return Security Deposit; Request To Stay Foreclosure Sale Denied: This Week in Scott Mollen's Realty Law DigestScott Mollen discusses "Masseroli v. Gatfield," and "U.S. Bank, National Association v. Nosratabdi."
By Scott Mollen
13 minute read
July 30, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Applying Merger Doctrine to Contracts for Sale of Real EstateIn their Transactional Real Estate column, Peter Fisch and Sal Gogliormella discuss the merger by deed doctrine including how New York courts apply it compared to other states.
By Peter E. Fisch and Salvatore Gogliormella
9 minute read
July 29, 2024 | New York Law Journal
The Knowns and Unknowns of Crossing the AI Frontier"There are a number of open questions with all regulation of AI, and in particular with regard to Frontier models. Over the next year or more, there will be additional clarity (I predict) around what capabilities and quantification measures constitute a Frontier model, how to measure those metrics, and what kind of controls should or need to be imposed."
By Katherine B. Forrest
6 minute read
July 29, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Breakup Shakeup: How Couples Navigate Co-Owned BusinessesA discussion of the challenges faced by couples who co-own businesses and are going through a breakup or divorce, emphasizing the importance of careful planning and clear agreements to address issues such as decision-making, responsibilities, additional capital needs, and exit strategies.
By Margaret Donohoe
7 minute read
July 29, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Mayor's Advisory Committee To Hold Hearing on Fitness of Judicial CandidatesThe public hearing, scheduled for Monday, August 5 is for receiving information regarding Mayor Eric Adams' nominees for Interim Civil Court judges.
By Patricia Kane
2 minute read
July 26, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Self-Representation: A Right To Be Reckoned WithSelf-represented litigants are no less deserving of a proper day in court. Having judges and attorneys who are aware of the distinctiveness of dealing with pro se parties and diplomatic with the self-represented mindset promotes a smoother and more efficient environment for all concerned.
By Sondra Mendelson-Toscano
8 minute read
July 26, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Get Ready for New York State's COPPA-Like Privacy LawA discussion of the New York Minor Data Privacy Law including practical nuances people should be aware of.
By Idara Udofia and Larisa Gamberg
5 minute read
July 25, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Get Outta My House! Property Owners vs. SquattersLawmakers at the state and city level have responded to the increase in squatting with new legislation and regulations designed to address this issue. Real Estate attorneys Scott Smiler and Michelle Quinn, partners at Gallet Dreyer & Berkey, explain these new changes and why they're happening now after decades of squatter-friendly laws.
By Scott M. Smiler and Michelle P. Quinn
6 minute read
July 24, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Piercing the Corporate Veil: Finding the Common ThreadA look at the key factor(s) present in most recent cases where the corporate veil was pierced.
By Thomas C. Lambert and Steven Shackman
13 minute read
July 24, 2024 | New York Law Journal
The Art of Drafting Enforceable PrenupsEven though it is very difficult to set aside a New York prenup, it is not impossible.
By Alyssa Rower
8 minute read
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