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New York State Bar Association Examines Legality of Federal Law Enforcement Policing American Cities
New York State Bar Association President Scott M. Karson has asked the Committee on Civil Rights to examine whether the Trump administration has the legal authority to send in armed federal law enforcement agents to put down violence occurring in communities across the U.S. – including New York City. “The deployment of federal law enforcement … Continued
The President, The States and Policing American Cities
NYSBA President Scott M. Karson asked for the opinion of the Committee on Civil Rights (CCR) as to whether President Trump has the constitutional authority to involve federal personnel in the policing of American cities.
NYSBA President Scott M. Karson Issues Statement Marking 30th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
Thirty years ago, the Americans with Disabilities Act gave people with disabilities the rights to equal access, opportunity and employment, leading our society to become more inclusive. Now is a great opportunity to recognize the importance of ensuring inclusive environments for New Yorkers with disabilities.
How A Sign-Stealing Scandal Ruined A Former MLB Pitcher’s Career
Ben Meiselas, the attorney representing former MLB pitcher Mike Bolsinger in his lawsuit against the Astros, is this week’s guest on the Miranda Warnings podcast. Meiselas who is a partner at the Los Angeles law firm Geragos & Geragos discusses the legal arguments his client is making, his strategy for deposing Astros owner Jim Crane, and what legal battles are on the horizon.
Making Sense of New Technologies for New Lawyers
If a fire breaks out, a Fitbit could be the key piece of evidence to determine a witness’ alibi. By checking a witness’ heartrate at the alleged moment of the incident, investigators can determine the credibility of testimony. A flat heartrate might indicate that a fire took place long after a witness says it did, … Continued
NYSBA Issues Statement Regarding New York’s Remote Bar Exam
Scott M. Karson, President of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement regarding the decision of the New York Court of Appeals to administer a one-time emergency remote bar exam on October 5-6, 2020. “Chief Judge Janet DiFiore and the New York State Court of Appeals have wisely provided recent law school … Continued
Daily Coronavirus Update: Temporary Authorization Program for Recent Grads Now Effective
Good morning Members, The New York State Court of Appeals has amended Part 524 of its Rules, effective July 22, 2020, to establish a program by which eligible graduates of ABA-approved law schools may apply for temporary authorization to practice law under the supervision of an attorney who is admitted to practice in New York … Continued
Vicarious Trauma is Real…and Really, Really Common with Lawyers
Teaching people how to create healthy emotional boundaries will allow them to also hold onto the passion and deep meaning that attracted them to law in the first place.
Pro Bono Service Stronger Than the Virus
Not even COVID-19 could stop lawyers from performing pro bono service as it ravaged New York State during this spring.