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Patricia Kane

Patricia Kane

Patricia Kane is the Courts Editor for the New York Law Journal.

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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 Digest

Scott 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 Estate

In 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 Businesses

A 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 Candidates

The 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 With

Self-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 Law

A 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. Squatters

Lawmakers 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 Thread

A 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 Prenups

Even though it is very difficult to set aside a New York prenup, it is not impossible.

By Alyssa Rower

8 minute read