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Classifying Personal Injury Settlements in the Second Department
In article in last month's issue of this newsletter discussed the facts of the recent case of Howe v. Howe, ___ A.D.3d ___, ___ N.Y.S.2d ____, 2009 WL 3136332 (2d Dept. 2009), and its outcome in the Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department. The case addressed several important issues concerning the classification of personal injury awards and disability benefits in a divorce action. It also dealt with the quantum of evidence required to show that an asset should be treated as economic, rather than disability, compensation.
There are some important lessons matrimonial attorneys practicing in the Second Department should take from this case. Let's explore some of them.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
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How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.