Virginia K Trunkes

Virginia K Trunkes

August 13, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Court Allays Tensions in Underpinning Dispute

Despite the strict liability imposed on a developer, until recently Appellate Division precedent indicated that a statute commonly used to compel licensed access to neighboring properties could not be used to compel a neighbor’s consent to underpinning. A new dispute has prompted the Supreme Court to give a much-needed fresh, new look at the case law and relevant statutory and regulatory framework. But whether this new Supreme Court decision serves as a victory for every developer is now a new question.

By Virginia K. Trunkes

12 minute read

June 17, 2010 | New York Law Journal

Getting Paid: Interplay Between Judiciary Law and Part 137

Paul F. Millus, a partner at Snitow Kanfer Holtzer & Millus, and Virginia K. Trunkes, an associate at the firm, write that in today's economic climate, attorneys must be mindful of their rights and obligations concerning collection of fees from former clients. They explore these issues and also highlight a significant bill under consideration that will affect all attorneys, if passed.

By Paul F. Millus and Virginia K. Trunkes

11 minute read

February 18, 2011 | New York Law Journal

Court's Discretion in Changing Venue, Counsel's Obligation to Act Promptly

Paul F. Millus and Virginia K. Trunkes of Snitow Kanfer Holtzer & Millus discuss a recent First Department case in which the sole issue on appeal was whether the trial court properly exercised its discretion in granting the defendants' motions to change venue. Arising from circumstances which at first glance may not seem terribly egregious to many litigators, the decision sends a signal not to take the court's calendar lightly.

By Paul F. Millus and Virginia K. Trunkes

11 minute read

August 23, 2010 | New York Law Journal

Caution on Whistleblowing: Not All Reporting Is Protected

Paul F. Millus and Virginia K. Trunkes of Snitow Kanfer Holtzer & Millus discuss the devil in the details of whistleblowing, particularly with regard to at-will employment.

By Paul F. Millus and Virginia K. Trunkes

10 minute read