Since the enactment of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act in 2019, New York has prioritized – and made strides toward – developing the once-nascent renewable energy industry into the backbone of the state’s electric grid. One cornerstone of New York’s clean energy strategy is offshore wind development. The new act directs the state … Continued
With a new secretary of education and a new administration determined to cut federal spending, we are faced with the prospect of drastically reducing (or abolishing) the U.S. Department of Education’s role in today’s education system. The message from the Trump administration is to return the oversight of education to the states and make major … Continued
The ongoing tension between privacy and government enforcement continues to grow. With rising global instability, federal governments have increased efforts against international threats. These efforts have taken many forms, from tightening national border security to considering a nationwide ban on TikTok. An ongoing controversy that has gained the fear of the corporate world is the … Continued
Sometimes following tradition does not work. In legal writing, it can lead to a stodgy style as well as missed chances to advance goals of equity and inclusion. We are on the brink of the publication of the 22nd edition of The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation. Given the exalted status of the Bluebook, … Continued
In January, a question of first impression in the context of prenuptial agreements came before the New York Supreme Court: Must a self-represented future spouse be provided with presumptive calculations of waived maintenance to knowingly waive that maintenance? Yes, the court held, he must. In J.M. v. G.V.,[1] Justice Jeffrey S. Sunshine of Kings County … Continued
Richard Kokel’s connection with the New York State Bar Association has come full circle. His ascension to chair of the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section marks the latest chapter since he became reengaged with the association some 15 years ago after his daughter was 7 or 8 years old. A no-fault arbitrator and a … Continued
If you are a land use practitioner, you have likely been approached by a prospective client who insists that he or she has an absolute right to obtain a zoning variance because the facts of their application resemble those on which prior variances were granted for other properties in a different zoning district on the … Continued
In an era of unprecedented access to information, navigating the digital landscape has become a critical skill for students. Media literacy – the ability to analyze, evaluate and create media content responsibly – is no longer an optional component of education but a necessity. As misinformation proliferates and social media platforms dominate communication, the need … Continued
The continuing travails of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol following his December 2024 declaration of martial law have presidential impeachment back on the front page, and if the Democrats retake the House of Representatives in 2026, we may hear about impeachment in the U.S. again as well. While impeachment is a common feature of … Continued
Good morning. It is great to see everyone here at the Bar Center. It has been my honor and privilege to serve as President of this great association, the largest voluntary state bar in the nation. As President I always remembered that when I spoke, I spoke on behalf of all of you, our members, … Continued