Employers are using artificial intelligence to make hiring decisions – but they must ensure that the AI does not enable discrimination. A recent Continuing Legal Education course – sponsored by the Labor & Employment Law Section and the Committee on Technology and the Legal Profession – covered new developments in employment law as it relates … Continued
On June 29, 2023, the U.S Supreme Court in Students for Fair Admissions (“SFFA”) v. President and Fellow of Harvard; SFFA v. University of North Carolina (“UNC”) effectively prohibited the consideration of an applicant’s racial status as a factor in admissions. Although the court made clear that direct consideration of an applicant’s race as an admission … Continued
While Coinbase Inc. v. Bielski has been hailed as a victory for arbitration, it should also be celebrated as no less a victory for equal justice under the law. This article will examine both victories, as well as suggest a way to ensure a uniform rule of law in the future. The Arbitration Victory Under … Continued
The investiture of Chief Judge Rowan D. Wilson on Tuesday morning marked a historic moment as he was formally welcomed to his role before a standing room only crowd inside the Court of Appeals Hall. Gov. Kathy Hochul presided over the investiture and delivered the oath of office. Above: Chief Judge of the Court of … Continued
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD as it is commonly known, is not only a childhood condition. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that begins in childhood and stays into adulthood, although symptoms may change over time. The challenges for adults, specifically lawyers, living with ADHD was the subject of a recent program sponsored by the … Continued
The New York State Bar Association is hosting a virtual career fair on Sept. 28 to connect new lawyers with firms looking to hire. Whether you’re a paralegal, recent law school graduate, newly-admitted attorney, or an attorney practicing for years, this career fair is the place for you. The two-hour event will connect applicants with … Continued
Serhiy Hoshovsky is a native of Ukraine and joined the New York State Bar Association 20 years ago while studying for his LLM at Fordham University School of Law. His New York City practice focuses on both domestic and international law. Hoshovsky is one of the co-chairs of the Ukraine Task Force in the International … Continued
After the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that race-conscious admissions at Harvard and the University of North Carolina are unconstitutional, employers, educators and the judiciary are trying to adjust to this new reality while preserving their diversity goals. The New York State Bar Association gathered a panel of experts in a webinar to discuss the impact … Continued
Some Practical Tips When Applying for Professional Liability Insurance In recent years, buyers of lawyers’ professional liability (“LPL”) insurance have enjoyed a “soft market” (many competing carriers and lower premium costs due to price competition). But it doesn’t necessarily feel that way when the bill is paid each year. Malpractice premiums are still a large … Continued
New York State Bar Association President Richard Lewis addressed 29 new Americans with roots in 19 countries at a naturalization ceremony marking Constitution Day. For the new citizens, it is the culmination of years of waiting, and studying, to become U.S. citizens. Dutchess County Family Court and Acting Supreme Court Judge Joseph Egitto presiding over … Continued