Marcin Kurzatkowski obtained a summary judgment dismissal of the plaintiff's Labor Law 200 and 241(6) claims against a subcontractor at the construction site
On March 18, 2021, Marcin Kurzatkowski obtained a summary judgment dismissal of the plaintiff's Labor Law 200 and 241(6) claims against a subcontractor at the construction site. The plaintiff alleged that he tripped and fell over a copper pipe that was left behind on the floor. Mr. Kurzatkowski represented the subcontractor that was responsible for providing carting and cleaning services at the construction site.
Defending Nursing Homes
Representing nurses is different from representing doctors. Doctors implement orders and nurses follow them, so their mindset is different. Doctors are more likely to have their own insurance policies, and because some require the doctor''s consent to settle, medical malpractice cases are more likely to go to trial. Nurses on the other hand are less likely to be familiar with, and more apprehensive about, being the subject of litigation since they are but one employee among many on the same nursing home policy.
Lawline Names Florina Altshiler to Top Women Faculty List for 2020
Our partner, Florina Altshiler, has once again been named to Lawline''s Top Women Faculty List. Florina is a litigation partner in our Buffalo office and an adjunct law professor at Columbia and SUNY Buffalo.
Giving Back: Russo & Gould in the DANY 5K Virtual Run
Russo & Gould is a proud supporter of the Defense Association of New York (DANY), helping to raise money for two good causes - The Food Bank for New York City and The DANY Scholarship Fund.
Dan Schiavetta presented a 3-hour webinar for the National Business Institute on various aspects of electronic discovery.
On January 22, 2021, Dan Schiavetta presented a 3-hour webinar for the National Business Institute on various aspects of electronic discovery.
New York's New Amended Uniform Court Rules: How to Make Them Your Friend
This program will address the implementation of significant amendments to the Uniform Court Rules for the Trial Courts of the State of New York. The program will focus on the most important rule changes that will materially affect the day to day practice in the Civil Trial Courts. The course will not only focus on the changes but how to best adjust your practice habits to be in compliance.
Lee-David Weiner Wins Summary Judgment On Behalf Of A Project Manager In A Trip And Fall On The Side
Mr. Weiner wins summary judgment In Stakey v. Town of Riverhead et al. Suffolk County Index No: 15-00089. The Court in an 8-page decision held that our client did not perform any work on the subject sidewalk and was not responsible for the safety or means and methods of each individual contractor pursuant to the contract between our client and the subcontractor performing the work.
Employing Generally Accepted Principles of Neuroscience and Memory in the Legal Field to Address False Eyewitness Testimony Through Trial
On May 12, 2015, a suspect who attacked an NYPD officer with a hammer was shot by police in the middle of the day, on a crowded Midtown Manhattan street. There were multiple eyewitnesses to the incident. Almost all of the witness reports were incorrect. Several people inaccurately reported that the police officers shot an unarmed man while he was on the ground and handcuffed. The incident was recorded on surveillance video, documenting the suspect attacking one of the officers with a hammer and that officer''s partner then shooting the man while he was in the midst of the attack.
Northern Exposure - Florina Altshiler wanted to work high-level felonies. She found them in Anchorage
One wall is adorned with uniform patches gifted to her from various law enforcement organizations she worked with as a prosecutor. Another boasts a mix of commendations and media profile...
On July 11, 2019, at 2 p.m. Florina Altshiler will be presenting a CLE course entitled "Insurance Coverage for Sexual Assault Claims"
On July 11, 2019, at 2 p.m. Florina Altshiler will be presenting a CLE course entitled "Insurance Coverage for Sexual Assault Claims"
Alexandra Alvarez Wins at the Appellate Division on Theodora Renee Harrison v. Andrea M. Toyloy and Andrew Toyloy
Alexandra Alvarez was victorious after oral argument before the Appellate Division in the Second Department.
Terre Villani Sworn in As Mediator for The New York Supreme Court, Commercial Division
Russo & Toner, LLP is pleased to announce that Terre Villani Esq., residing in the Firm's New York City office, has been certified and appointed to the New York Supreme Court Commercial Division Panel of Mediators/Neutrals.
Florina Altshiler Sworn in As Court Mediator in The Western District of New York
Russo & Toner, LLP is pleased to announce that Florina Altshiler, Esq., whom resides in our Buffalo, New York has been sworn in as a Certified Federal Court Mediator and has been added to the Western District of New York Panel
Summary Judgment for Employer in Labor Law 241(6) Case
The Firm successfully obtained summary judgment dismissing all claims against our client, the plaintiff''s employer, on the date of plaintiff''s accident. Plaintiff alleged that he was seriously injured after tripping and falling at a construction site in the course of his employment. The owner, tenant, and general contractor sought contractual indemnity from our client. Through our written motion and subsequent oral argument, we convinced the court that the Firm''s client was not was not negligent in its performance of its work at the subject construction site and therefore, not obligated to contractually indemnify any party. The Firm''s client was the only party that was dismissed from the case; the case continues against several defendants and third-party defendants.
Kevin Horbatiuk Obtains Reduction In Fees And Interest In ERISA Case
Kevin Horbatiuk received a favorable decision for our client in the case Cohen v. Life Insurance Company of North America, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (Civil Action No. 17 CV 9270) from District Judge J. Paul Oetken.
David Gould Wins With A Unanimous Defense Verdict
David Gould obtained a unanimous defense verdict in the Supreme Court Suffolk County, Mario Sequene v. Jose Indor Campino, Index Number 12345-15.
John Komar Wins Damages Only Defense Verdict in Brooklyn Supreme Court
After deliberating for nine hours over the span of two days in the damages only trial of Brent v. Sheskin a Brooklyn jury returned a defense verdict on February 28, 2019 in favor of our client, a livery car driver based in Coney Island.
ESIS Presentation - How to Defend Snow and Ice Cases by Alan Russo & Lee-David Weiner
Alan Russo & Lee-David Weiner made an ESIS presentation at AMTrust on "How to Defend Snow and Ice Cases" on Thursday, March 7, 2019.
Plaintiff Claims She Tripped and Fell Over an Extension Cord in Defendants' Basement - Defense Verdict
David Gould obtained a unanimous liability defense verdict in Supreme Court Suffolk County before Justice Martha L. Luft, Piazza v. Zito, Index No.: 605403-16.
Unanimous Defense Verdict for Livery Driver
The Firm obtained a unanimous defense verdict on behalf of a local livery driver in a Kings County Supreme Court case involving a motorcycle crash in Brooklyn. The plaintiff alleged that the defendant caused him to crash his motorcycle and sustain serious, permanent injuries. Through our cross-examination of the plaintiff, the jury learned that plaintiff gave inconsistent accounts of how the accident occurred, had prior accidents and lawsuits, had been in trouble with law enforcement following prior accidents, and testified inconsistently while under oath on several occasions with regard to both the accident and his subsequent medical treatment.