In May 2022, a jury in Virginia state court awarded one of the biggest trade secrets verdicts in history in Pegasystems, Inc. v. Appian Corporation – a whopping $2 billion. Nearly 2 ½ years later, that verdict was wiped out on appeal in July 2024.[1] The plaintiff, Appian Corporation, sued the defendant, Pegasystems, Inc., under … Continued
The proliferation of cell phones into the daily lives of almost every person on the planet has changed how we all communicate both personally and professionally. Allowing employees to use their own cell phones for work can save a company money, help employees to stay connected, and increase productivity. On the other hand, personal devices … Continued
In the spring of 2024, the biggest story in entertainment was the rap battle between Aubrey Graham (better known as Drake) and Kendrick Lamar, which sent shockwaves through the industry. Though the bad blood between the artists and the songs ultimately caught people’s eyes, Drake’s use of a digital replica of the deceased rapper Tupac … Continued
University of Connecticut School of Law Professor Leslie Levin will receive the New York State Bar Association’s Sanford D. Levy Professional Ethics Award for her lifetime of work in legal ethics, media law and evidence. Levin, who has taught at the law school since 1994, will be honored at a hybrid meeting of the association’s … Continued
As artificial intelligence continues to draw our attention, imagination and concern, this article focuses on the laws and regulations that have been adopted to begin to regulate the use of this technology in the insurance industry. These initiatives identify the concerns of regulators in connection with artificial intelligence and insurance. This article offers alternative dispute … Continued
Integrating generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) into law firms presents a transformative opportunity to enhance efficiency, accuracy and client service. However, this integration must be approached thoughtfully, adhering to ethical guidelines and being mindful of potential risks. Notable Misuses of Gen AI in Law In one notorious case, a New York attorney faced sanctions after … Continued
Artist Estate Planning – Plan Early and Often News articles abound about the epic legal battles over the right to control the estates of blue-chip artists, especially if they left behind fortunes to accompany the art and prestigious foundations that manage those artists’ legacies. However, for the vast majority of artists – even successful, respected … Continued
The New York State Bar Association filed a motion today to the United States Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit urging the court to keep unproven allegations against New York attorneys confidential as they have been for 80 years. The association seeks to submit an amicus curiae brief in the appeal of Civil Rights … Continued
What made you become involved and stay with the New York State Bar Association? I joined the New York State Bar Association, as well as my local bar association and the ABA, when I was first admitted to the bar. I have always felt that being a member of the bar association is part of … Continued
As we’ve come to realize, it is indeed demanding to practice law given the fact that our work has a dramatic impact on the quality of our clients’ lives and the welfare of our state’s residents. In New York, this pressure is even more intense because our successes serve as a model for the rest … Continued