FAILED TO ADDRESS RECURRING LEAK CONDITION After slipping and falling on a wet hallway floor, S.G. filed a personal injury case against the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), and others, seeking recompense for her injuries. When she later moved for pre-trial relief – via motion for summary judgment – and asked the Kings County Supreme Court to find the defendants liable for her injury, the judge agreed and granted S.G.’s request. On its review of the dispute, the Appellate Division, Second Department, noted that S.G. was required to demonstrate that the defendants had “actual or construc ..read more

THIS WEEK’S GUESTS ARE CHARLES PAYNE & JOAN NEEHALL If you’re looking for some insights on the latest real-estate market trends, or for a discussion on some of the news and developments of the day, join us on AM970’s “EYE ON REAL ESTATE,” starring Dottie Herman and co-hosted by yours truly. ▫️ Dottie is the quintessential New York success story. In only two decades, she climbed to the top of the housing industry, serving as Vice Chair of Douglas Elliman — the #4 ranked real-estate company in the United States. ▫️ The radio program airs LIVE on Saturdays, from 10am to 12 noon, on AM970: THE ..read more

Whether you’re searching for happiness … or happen to like cute, little puppies … you’ll love SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & LUCAS, LIVE — a new radio show which airs on Sunday, from 7-9 PM (Eastern), on AM970. ▫️ In addition to chatting about some of the latest news of the day, our special guests will be Pamela Gail-Johnson and Wendy Lyons Sunshine. ▫️ Pamela Gail-Johnson, founder of the “Society of Happy People,” has been featured in a variety of publications — including Glamour, Harper’s, People magazine, Redbook, USA Today, and The Washington Post — and has made an array of TV appearances, i ..read more

APPELLATE COURT DECLINES TO DISMISS CASE AGAINST DOCTOR & HOSPITAL After Z.G. filed a malpractice case against Dr. S.C.P. and others seeking compensation for injuries which arose from a botched cataract removal procedure, the latter moved – via a motion for summary judgement – seeking a pretrial determination dismissing the case. And when the Queens County Supreme Court denied that request, an appeal followed. On its review of the record, the Appellate Division, Second Department, noted that since Z.G. had demonstrated (via an expert’s affidavit) that the defendants had veered from the “ac ..read more

SOUGHT RELIEF UNDER THE WRONG STATUTORY SECTION After the Queens County Supreme Court granted A. Caesar’s motion to amend his complaint to add the New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA) as a party to his personal-injury case, the agency moved to vacate that order pursuant to CPLR 5015(a). And when NYCTA's motion was denied, an appeal ensued. On its review of the case, the Appellate Division, Second Department, noted that because the agency was asking for dismissal-related relief that wasn’t expressly noticed in its underlying motion papers, the judge assigned to the matter had the “discretion ..read more

Whether you’re searching for happiness … or happen to like cute, little puppies … you’ll love SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & LUCAS, LIVE — a new radio show which airs on Sunday, from 7-9 PM (Eastern), on AM970. ▫️ In addition to chatting about some of the latest news of the day, our special guests will be Pamela Gail-Johnson and Wendy Lyons Sunshine. ▫️ Pamela Gail-Johnson, founder of the “Society of Happy People,” has been featured in a variety of publications — including Glamour, Harper’s, People magazine, Redbook, USA Today, and The Washington Post — and has made an array of TV appearances, i ..read more

PROFIT-SHARING AGREEMENT WAS VIOLATIVE OF NY STATE LAW Alleging that the defendant – a dentist – had breached the terms and conditions of an asset purchase agreement, “A.D.A., PLLC” filed suit against T.B., alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment. When TB later sought to dismiss those claims, the Westchester County Supreme Court denied that request, and an appeal followed. On its review, the Appellate Division, Second Department, thought that the court below had committed reversible error by denying the motion. Apparently, the parties’ agreement allowed for the splitting of fees earn ..read more

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REPEATEDLY STABBED CABBIE IN THE NECK WITH A KNIFE After J.L. was convicted of “attempted assault in the first degree and robbery in the second degree,” and was sentenced (as a second felony offender) by the Bronx County Supreme Court “to an aggregate term of 15 years,” J.L. appealed. On its review, the Appellate Division, First Department, noted that the verdict was supported by “legally sufficient evidence, and was not against the weight of the evidence.” J.L.’s stabbing of a cabbie in the neck supported the finding that he intended to cause “serious physical injury.” And his driving off wit ..read more

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, these Chinese made rattles will really rattle your baby. Approximately 3000 units recalled. # # # Sassy Baby Recalls Manhattan Toy Brilliant Bee Rattles Due to Choking Hazard Name of Product: Brilliant Bee Rattles Hazard: The wooden base can detach from the wooden rod and release the three plastic rings, posing a choking hazard to young children. Remedy: Refund Recall Date: July 18, 2024 Units: About 3,000 Consumer Contact Manhattan Toy at 800-541-1345 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. CT on Friday, email ..read more