At the end of 2023, Minden Gross LLP—a 73-year-old law firm with 35 partners, 20 associates and a coveted client roster—caught the legal community by surprise when it published a terse notice on its website. Citing the “challenges facing mid-size law firms in Canada” and an “unsuccessful” attempt to strengthen the firm through a merger,…
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Connolly v Nina 2024 NY Slip Op 51045(U) Decided on August 13, 2024 Supreme Court, Kings County Maslow, J.: “The instant matter pertains to the custody of two dogs, Mary Alice and Henry. This Court conducted a hearing over the course of three days: July 5, 2024; July 12, 2024; and July 18, 2024. The…
Are social media companies more like newspapers or phone companies? This oft-debated question in social media legal circles, while seemingly trivial on the surface, represents a momentous debate over whether—and how much—social media companies should be allowed to moderate user-generated content on their platforms. If social media companies are more like newspapers, they have the…
Covid-19 has caused New York courts to operate in a limited capacity. In the early days of the pandemic, before things settled down, parties went to extreme measures to have courts adjudicate their pressing issues, including divorce. Going the Extra Mile Take, for example, the case of a Manhattan couple seeking divorce during this time….
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Getting injured at work is always a challenging experience. If your injury was caused by a third party, meaning someone other than your employer was at fault, you may be entitled to more than just workers’ compensation. Understanding your rights and the steps to take after an injury can significantly impact your recovery and financial…
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Eleventh Circuit concurrence could be a watershed moment for discourse on the judiciary’s future use of AI. In a very thought-provoking recent ruling, Judge Kevin Newsom of the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals discussed the potential use of AI-powered large language models (LLMs) in legal text interpretation. Known for his commitment to textualism and plain-language…
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This post, like my last one, comes from the weird and wonderful world of judicial ethics in Quebec. This time, though, it’s mostly not a judge’s fault, but that of a particularly creative advocate. And yet a judge still manages to step right into it. The story comes from Malo c Directeur des poursuites criminelles…
Florida’s vibrant real estate market and thriving tourism industry make it an attractive destination for property investors and landlords. However, with the allure of sandy beaches and sunny days comes a unique set of challenges for those in the rental business. From unpredictable weather to evolving legal regulations, Florida landlords must be well-prepared to handle…
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Thomas Kearns Publishes Article in NYREJ on Subchapter V Bankruptcy Filings for Multi Property Real Estate New York Real Estate Journal published an article on May 28 authored by Co-Chair of Olshan’s Real Estate Law practice Thomas Kearns entitled “Subchapter V Bankruptcy Filings for Multi Property Real Estate” (or here for NYREJ subscribers). I have…
Apple had until 7 March 2024 to adopt the necessary measures to ensure that the terms and conditions it applies to app developers and app users within its mobile ecosystem comply with the app store-related provisions of the Digital Markets Act (“DMA”). These provisions essentially seek to stimulate competition in app distribution and content acquisition…
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