The future is a blend of uncertainty and opportunity, particularly in the dynamic world of law. From the integration of Generative AI (GenAI) in enhancing productivity and reimagining legal roles, to crucial strategies for recruiting and retaining top legal talent, these advancements are reforming the future of law firms. In this article, we dive into … Continued
This compilation of recent court decisions is a member benefit of the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law (TICL) Section. To get more content like this, join TICL. If you are interested, please email Gina Bartosiewicz at [email protected]. CHILD VICTIMS ACT: Anonymity granted Plaintiff commenced a personal injury action pursuant to the Child Victims Act (CPLR … Continued
Since March 1, 2002, R.P.L. § 462(1) of the Property Condition Disclosure Act (Article 14) (PCDA)1 has provided that a seller of residential real property shall deliver to the buyer or the buyer’s agent a Property Condition Disclosure Statement (PCDS), making representations by the seller in answer to 48 questions, in a form set forth … Continued
In 2019, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act, which allows both prosecutors and defense attorneys to look back at cases where a defendant was a documented victim of abuse. Alexandra Harrington of the University of Buffalo Criminal Justice Advocacy Clinic outlined the provisions of the new law during a panel sponsored … Continued
The New York State Bar Association Committee on Leadership Development is profiling the association’s leaders in a series of articles that will appear on the website. In each profile, we examine the path they took to become a leader, the mentors that inspired them and the beliefs that made them successful. We hope these interviews … Continued
This article was adapted from the MyCase e-book, “2024 Legal Tech Buyer’s Guide: 8 Must-Have Technologies for a Competitive Law Firm.” With a wide variety of technology solutions on the market, from specialized tools like e-signature software to comprehensive offerings such as legal practice management (LPM) software, choosing the right technologies with the right features … Continued
Richard Lewis, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about Gov. Kathy Hochul’s executive budget, which returns $100 million to a fund that pays for low-income New Yorkers to receive civil legal services: “The New York State Bar Association commends Gov. Kathy Hochul for reversing her decision to remove $100 … Continued
As of July 2023, there were more than 2,100 direct primary care practices operating in the United States, spread out over 48 states.[i] As the direct primary care concept continues to grow and become an attractive model for patients, physicians and self-funded employers, it will be important to monitor the changing legal and regulatory landscape … Continued
New York State Bar Association President Richard Lewis joined lawmakers calling for an increase in funding for New York’s Family Courts to address a crisis in the courts affecting children, parents and caregivers. He joined the chairs of the state Senate and Assembly Judiciary and Children and Families committees, Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Assembly Members … Continued
Building on the momentum of the New York State Bar Association’s Government Relations Department successes in 2023, the Association will begin this month advocating for key legislative initiatives in both the state and national capitals for 2024. After consultation with the sections, committees and task forces, NYSBA’s legislative policy committee works with the government relations … Continued