New York Supreme Court

Carter Ledyard Client Wins in Website Accessibility Suit in New York State Supreme Court

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Martedì, Maggio 14, 2024

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NEW YORK, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carter Ledyard announced a favorable decision in RODRIGUEZ, OMAR vs. BITCHIN' INC., Index No. 152619/2023, a website accessibility suit brought against our client, Bitchin' Inc., in New York Supreme Court. The plaintiff in this case alleged that Bitchin's website contained certain "access barriers" that prevented him and other visually impaired individuals from purchasing their products in violation of New York State and New York City equal-access public accommodation laws. We moved to dismiss the case on a number of grounds, including that the Complaint failed allege facts that could plausibly support an inference that Bitchin' discriminated against Plaintiff because of Plaintiff's disability. This decision is exciting because we believe it is one of the first (if not the first) decision rejecting this particular theory of liability and provides a good legal basis for challenging these types of lawsuits moving forward.

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NEW YORK, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carter Ledyard announced a favorable decision in RODRIGUEZ, OMAR vs. BITCHIN' INC., Index No.
152619/2023, a website accessibility suit brought against our client, Bitchin' Inc., in New York Supreme Court.
The plaintiff in this case alleged that Bitchin's website contained certain "access barriers" that prevented him and other visually impaired individuals from purchasing their products in violation of New York State and New York City equal-access public accommodation laws.
This suit was one of at least 43 others that plaintiff filed in 2023 against website owners and operators on the same grounds.

Practising Law Institute Holds Elections for Board of Trustees at Annual Meeting

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Mercoledì, Aprile 24, 2024

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NEW YORK, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the Annual Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Practising Law Institute (PLI), held on April 17, 2024, the following Trustees were reelected for a three-year term: Dawson Horn, III, AIG; Hon.

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NEW YORK, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the Annual Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Practising Law Institute (PLI), held on April 17, 2024, the following Trustees were reelected for a three-year term: Dawson Horn, III, AIG; Hon.
Dianne T. Renwick, New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department; Samuel W. Seymour, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP; and Lynn K. Neuner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, who also was reelected Vice Chair of the Board for an additional year.
At the meeting, the following PLI staff members were reelected as Officers: Sharon L. Crane, President; Alan G. Cohen, Chief Business Officer; Craig A. Miller, Senior Vice President; Kara L. O'Brien, Chief Content Officer; Joan D. Sternberg, Senior Vice President; Christopher Rousseau, Chief Information Officer; Emilia Sima, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer; David M. Smith, Chief Marketing Officer; and Samantha Goldsberry, Secretary.

Investors File Complaints Against Former Lighthouse Insurance CEO and TigerRisk Advisors for Massive $65 Million Fraud in New York Supreme Court and Florida’s Ninth Judicial Circuit Court

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Lunedì, Aprile 22, 2024

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Filed on behalf of an investment group including HT Investments and its advisor Fortinbras Enterprises, the suit states that the defendants willfully defrauded the plaintiffs out of $65 million.

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Filed on behalf of an investment group including HT Investments and its advisor Fortinbras Enterprises, the suit states that the defendants willfully defrauded the plaintiffs out of $65 million.
Patrick White and TigerRisk were obligated to disclose these facts, but deliberately omitted them.
The White Family, White Family Trusts, and TigerRisk all financially benefited from the $65 million.
Lighthouse’s subsequent liquidation led to thousands of homeowners in Florida and Louisiana losing their insurance coverage in Spring 2023.

MAISON SOLUTIONS DEADLINE ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors that a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Maison Solutions Inc. and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

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Sabato, Marzo 2, 2024

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Investors have until March 4, 2024 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.

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Investors have until March 4, 2024 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.
Click here to participate in the action.
On May 22, 2023, Maison Solutions filed a registration statement on Form S-1, which after six amendments (and three post-effective amendments) was declared effective on September 29, 2023.
On October 5, 2023, Maison Solutions filed a prospectus on Form 424B4 with the SEC in connection with the IPO, which incorporated and formed part of the Registration Statement (the “Prospectus” and, together with the Registration Statement, the “Offering Documents”).

MAISON SOLUTIONS ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Announces that a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Maison Solutions Inc. and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

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Giovedì, Gennaio 4, 2024

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Investors have until March 4, 2024 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.

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Investors have until March 4, 2024 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.
Click here to participate in the action.
On May 22, 2023, Maison Solutions filed a registration statement on Form S-1, which after six amendments (and three post-effective amendments) was declared effective on September 29, 2023.
On October 5, 2023, Maison Solutions filed a prospectus on Form 424B4 with the SEC in connection with the IPO, which incorporated and formed part of the Registration Statement (the “Prospectus” and, together with the Registration Statement, the “Offering Documents”).

New York State Supreme Court Justice Esther “Micky” Morgenstern to Join Oaktree Solutions’ Litigation Support Practice

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Venerdì, Novembre 3, 2023

Global public affairs strategy firm Oaktree Solutions today announced the addition of outgoing New York State Supreme Court Justice Esther “Micky” Morgenstern to their dynamic and fast-growing team.

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Global public affairs strategy firm Oaktree Solutions today announced the addition of outgoing New York State Supreme Court Justice Esther “Micky” Morgenstern to their dynamic and fast-growing team.
Morgenstern, who earlier announced her retirement from the bench effective at the end of December 2023, will be Managing Director of Oaktree’s litigation support practice to provide strategic advice to clients with complex legal situations.
Morgenstern was the architect of the protocol for Best Practices in the problem solving Integrated Domestic Violence (IDV) Courts.
Morgenstern’s Best Practices were instituted statewide in all 62 counties of New York State.

Columbus Citizens Foundation announces Grand Marshal and Honorees for the 2023 Columbus Day Parade

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Mercoledì, Ottobre 4, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Columbus Citizens Foundation is proud to announce Beth Paretta as Grand Marshal of the largest parade celebrating Italian American heritage in the United States. Ms. Paretta, the founder of Paretta Autosport, has broken barriers in the field of auto racing and has made a special commitment to STEM Education for Girls. She is the first female director of a performance brand and motorsport for an automotive company. She started her career in auto dealerships and moved into the business side working for Volkswagen, addressing wholesale and retail financing. She later worked for Aston Martin, and then joined Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in 2011 as the director of marketing and operations for their performance division, SRT. Beth launched Paretta Autosport in 2021 to lead diversity initiatives across professional racing disciplines, starting with the NTT Data INDYCAR series and the Indianapolis 500. Her dynamic spirit, deep interest in her Italian heritage, and her accomplishment make her an ideal Grand Marshal.

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Columbus Citizens Foundation announces Beth Paretta as Grand Marshal to be joined at the front of the 2023 Columbus Day Parade by Honorees Don DeCarlo, Janet DiFiore, Thomas DiNapoli and Father Zachariah F. Presutti
NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Columbus Citizens Foundation is proud to announce Beth Paretta as Grand Marshal of the largest parade celebrating Italian American heritage in the United States.
She started her career in auto dealerships and moved into the business side working for Volkswagen, addressing wholesale and retail financing.
Her dynamic spirit, deep interest in her Italian heritage, and her accomplishment make her an ideal Grand Marshal.
They all have a demonstrated interest in education, which is an important characteristic that the Foundation seeks in its honorees.

New Podcast Asks Whether Justice has Been Delivered in America's Legal Battles

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Mercoledì, Settembre 27, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dror Bikel, bestselling author, and two-time New York Divorce Trial Lawyer of the Year, will host Was Justice Delivered?, a new podcast that delves into high-stakes legal cases to find the real story behind the flashy headlines. The first two episodes of season one will be available on Sept. 27.

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add nuance to legal issues that have often been sensationalized and misunderstood," said Bikel.
"My guests this season provide incredible insight into the inner workings of the justice system that will make listeners question what they think they know."
In recognition of October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the first season of Was Justice Delivered?
If you or your client would like to be a guest on Was Justice Delivered?

Popular Westchester New York Starbucks Faces LGBTQ+ Discrimination Lawsuit Just Months After Pride Month Decoration Controversy

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Martedì, Settembre 26, 2023

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NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Joseph & Norinsberg LLC announced today a civil action case in the New York Supreme Court, Bronx County, resulting from allegations that their client, Jahmelia "Jay" Peters, was denied a Starbucks promotion despite her previous experience in the role due to her sexuality, gender identity, and gender expression.

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Starbucks is being sued for unlawful discrimination and retaliation.
The suit seeks compensatory damages for lost wages and emotional distress, including back and front pay, as well as punitive damages for Starbucks' outrageous conduct.
Earlier this year, Starbucks employees across New York complained that stores were banned from the usual pride celebration with store decor and pride month merchandise.
The firm reports that it is looking forward to affirming it's client's complaints with overwhelming evidence of illegal discrimination as they seek rightful justice in court through the New York Supreme Court.

The Honorable Paul J. Baisley, Jr. (Ret.) Joins NAM’s Esteemed Panel of Neutrals

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Martedì, Settembre 12, 2023

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NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation) is proud to announce the addition of the Honorable Paul J. Baisley, Jr.

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NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation) is proud to announce the addition of the Honorable Paul J. Baisley, Jr.
Justice Baisley has had a long and distinguished legal career that includes substantial experience as both a judge and a litigator.
Justice Baisley is known and respected for his legal acumen and his ability to resolve conflict in an unbiased manner.
Roy Israel, Chairman and Founder of NAM, stated, “Justice Baisley is a welcome addition to NAM's exceptional roster of neutrals.