Patricia Kane

November 06, 2020 | New York Law Journal

The New York judicial system provides a legal method for parties who have legal disputes to hire a "private judge" to resolve their dispute while affording all the remedies and protections that the formal court system offers. This article explains the legal authority and benefits.

By Kevin Schlosser

8 minute read

November 06, 2020 | New York Law Journal

A focus on how the pandemic has affected litigators and litigation practices, which developments may and should be here to stay, and some best practices for navigating the new normal of virtual advocacy, whether in discovery or in trials.

By Alison Arden Besunder

10 minute read

November 04, 2020 | New York Law Journal

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.

By Patricia Kane

3 minute read

November 03, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Scott E. Mollen, a partner at Herrick, Feinstein, discusses the land use case "Am. Patriot Express v. City of Glens Falls," and a foreclosure action case "George v. 1429 Pacific Inc."

By Scott E. Mollen

13 minute read

November 03, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Years ago, bringing, or defending, a Fair Market Rent Appeal was a routine part of any rent regulatory practice. Because there are so few rent-controlled apartments left, FMRAs have become somewhat of a rarity.

By Warren A. Estis and Jeffrey Turkel

9 minute read

November 02, 2020 | New York Law Journal

The Appellate Division, Fourth Department has suspended 35 attorneys for failing to comply with attorney registration requirements in violation of Judiciary Law §468-a.

By Patricia Kane

1 minute read

October 30, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Covid-19 has forced many employers to quickly adapt to a remote work arrangement, often without much preparation or consideration of applicable law. Consequently, there is a surge in Covid-19 related litigation. In order to minimize legal risk and to ensure legal compliance, employers are faced with an increased need to monitor remote workers, especially non-exempt employees. This article addresses key issues and best practices for employers to navigate these challenging times.

By Mitchell Boyarsky and Jillian Hart

8 minute read

October 30, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Post-employment restrictions may prove unenforceable if decided by the wrong court.

By Reid Skibell

8 minute read

October 30, 2020 | New York Law Journal

A look at what this new "teleworking world" mean for employees who previously needed, and relied on, accommodations to perform the essential functions of his or her job and how employers should approach new requests for accommodations in a remote environment.

By Garrett Kennedy and Cherelle Glimp

9 minute read

October 30, 2020 | New York Law Journal

What will the employer world look like post the presidential election? This article summarizes the positions the candidates have taken on various leading employment issues and how key employment related matters may be addressed under the respective administrations.

By Robert J. Brody and Mark J. Taglia

12 minute read