Author: Alexandre Petraglia [ADMIN]

Ethics Opinion 1297: Advising private client regarding deceptive conduct while investigating alleged fraud involving federal government funds in violation of False Claims Act

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Committee on Professional Ethics Opinion 1297 (07/22/2026) Topic: Advising private client regarding deceptive conduct while investigating alleged fraud involving federal government funds in violation of False Claims Act Digest: Currently, no authority under the New York Rules of Professional Conduct (the “Rules”) would permit the inquirer to induce, assist or supervise a client in engaging … Continued

Ethics Opinion 1296: Representing an Alleged Incapacitated Person in Article 81 Proceedings

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Committee on Professional Ethics Opinion 1296 (07/08/2026) Topic: Representing an Alleged Incapacitated Person in Article 81 proceedings Digest: In a proceeding under Article 81 of the Mental Hygiene Law, an attorney for an alleged incapacitated client may not advocate for the appointment of a guardian or other restriction if the client opposes it. Rules: 1.2(a), … Continued

New York State Law Digest: May 2026

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CASE LAW DEVELOPMENTS Majority of Court of Appeals Holds That Graves Amendment Preempts VTL § 370’s Requirement That Rental Companies Provide Primary Liability Insurance Coverage to Renters To Rule Otherwise Would Defeat Purpose of Amendment Second Child v. Edge Auto, Inc., 2026 N.Y. Slip Op. 02436 (April 23, 2026) concerns the Graves Amendment (49 U.S.C. … Continued