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Dec 19th, 2017
FKB’s A. Michael Furman and Benjamin M. Oxenburg obtain dismissal of a legal malpractice action in the Appellate Division, First Department
FKB successfully obtained the First Department’s reversal of a New York County Supreme Court decision denying our pre-answer motion to dismiss. Plaintiff was the former co-CEO of Majestic Capital, Ltd. f/k/a CRM Holdings, Ltd. (“Majestic”), a public company traded on the NASDAQ exchange which managed a group of self-insured workers’…
Aug 12th, 2015
FKB’s A. Michael Furman and Florence N. Lishansky obtain dismissal of a legal malpractice claim arising from three separate underlying commercial litigations
This legal malpractice action arises from FKB’s client’s representation of the Plaintiff in three separate litigations over the course of two years. After the Plaintiff failed to remit payment for these legal services, FKB’s client initiated an action to recover unpaid legal fees. In response, the Plaintiff commenced this action…
Mar 7th, 2015
FKB to participate in Cycle for Survival- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Fundraiser
Team FKB is proud to once again participate in “Cycle for Survival,” a fundraiser for rare cancer research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center on March 7, 2015. Like so many millions of people worldwide, cancer has continued to impact the lives of many of us here at Furman Kornfeld &…
Jan 28th, 2015
FKB’s Mike Furman was honored at the New York State Bar Association Annual Meeting for his service as Chair of the Trial Lawyers Section, 2014-15
FKB’s Mike Furman was presented with a plaque commemorating his service as the Chair of the Trial Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association, 2014-15 at the Annual Trial Lawyers/TICL Dinner at Cipriani’s on January 28, 2015. In attendance at the 2015 Annual Trial Lawyers/TICL Dinner were prominent…
Jan 26th, 2015
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Florence N. Lishansky win summary judgment dismissing a legal malpractice action arising from an underlying construction arbitration
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Florence N. Lishansky won summary judgment of a legal malpractice action, wherein the plaintiffs sought $1.5 million. The plaintiffs, owners and operators of a Brooklyn diner, retained FKB’s client, the defendant law firm (“Firm”), to defend a claim brought by a contractor and lender to…
Jan 6th, 2015
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz Authors “A Primer on the Basic Rules and Guidelines for Defending Depositions,” Published in the Trial Lawyers Section Digest of the New York State Bar Association
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz contributed an article to the Trial Lawyers Section Digest, a publication of the Trial Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association. The article provides a primer on the basic rules and guidelines for defending depositions in New York State and Federal courts, and addresses…
Dec 15th, 2014
After a 6-week jury trial in The Supreme Court of the State of New York, New York County (Manhattan), on December 15, 2014 FKB’s Andrew R. Jones and Rachel Aghassi obtained a unanimous verdict in favor of their attorney-client.
The plaintiff real estate development company sought damages in excess of $10.6M against the defendant-attorney for work done in connection with a 2006 real estate project. The plaintiff planned to build 40 condominium units in upper Manhattan at a location situated immediately next to a large New York City-owned and…
Nov 20th, 2014
FKB’s Mike Furman was the moderator of a discussion with a nationwide panel of federal and state court judges at the annual ACI LPL Legal Malpractice Conference in New York.
FKB’s Mike Furman was the moderator of a discussion with a nationwide panel of federal and state court judges at the annual ACI LPL Legal Malpractice Conference in New York on 11/20/14. FKB’s Mike Furman served as the moderator for a panel discussion with several distinguished jurists entitled “View from…
Nov 14th, 2014
FKB’s Mike Furman was a lecturer at the New York State Bar Association CLE “Risk Management 2014” sponsored by the Law Practice and Management Committee in New York City.
FKB’s Mike Furman spoke on the topic of “Competency in Area of Practice” at the New York State Bar Association CLE seminar “Risk Management 2014,” sponsored by the Law Practice and Management Committee. Mr. Furman was part of a experienced panel of speakers, including Marian Rice, Esq., Mark Anesh, Esq.,…
Nov 13th, 2014
FKB’s Izabell Lemkhen and Mike Furman were speakers at the New York City Bar Association’s Annual Small Law Firm Symposium.
FKB’s Mike Furman led a panel discussion entitled “Worst Case Scenario – The Do’s and Don’ts of Case Selection, Management and Client Communications” at the New York City Bar Association’s Annual Small Law Firm Symposium on November 13, 2014. The panelists included Bryan Jordan, Claims Manager (Zurich), Sharon Eure Burns,…
Nov 5th, 2014
FKB’s Mike Furman was the Moderator at a NYSBA Trial Lawyers Section Panel Discussion on Trial Advocacy and Courtroom Conduct at Brooklyn Law School.
FKB’s Mike Furman led a panel discussion entitled “Pointers on Courtroom Conduct” at Brooklyn Law School on November 5, 2014. The presentation was sponsored by the Trial Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association, and the panelists included Hon. Yvonne Lewis, J.S.C. (Kings County), U.S. Magistrate Judge Ramon…
Sep 5th, 2014
FKB contributes Miscellaneous Professional Liability (MPL) Overview Article/White Paper to be published in the Fall of 2014 by Leading E&O and MPL Program MGA.
FKB’s Andrew Jones contributed a White Paper to the Fall 2014 publication of Instanteando™; entitled “Miscellaneous Professional Liability Overview.” The article: (i) gives an overview of Miscellaneous Professional Liability insurance; (ii) explains the differences between Professional and General Liability Insurance; and (iii) provided various solutions for ensuring adequate coverage for insureds….
Aug 21st, 2014
Andrew R. Jones obtains dismissal of a fraud and a negligent misrepresentation complaint alleging over $10M in damages against prominent attorney.
FKB’s client is a solo practitioner with significant experience in real estate transactions and environmental litigation. The matter arose from the defendant-attorney’s representation of a limited liability partnership (the “LLP”) in obtaining zoning approval to convert a commercial property into a residential property for purposes of creating a condominium complex….
Aug 1st, 2014
FKB’s Neil Kornfeld obtains a defense verdict in a podiatric medical malpractice action in Supreme Court, New York County.
FKB’s Neil Kornfeld obtains a defense verdict in a podiatric medical malpractice action in Supreme Court, New York County. Plaintiff, a 40 year old woman, claimed that the defendant doctor negligently performed foot surgery causing traumatic arthritis, two subsequent surgeries, and the need for a third surgery. The defendant doctor…
Jul 28th, 2014
FKB’s Neil Kornfeld was a featured Speaker at the Summer Meeting of the Trial Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association.
FKB’s Neil Kornfeld presented a CLE lecture on “How to Deliver Effective Opening and Closing Statements” at the 2014 Summer Meeting of the Trial Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association on July 28, 2014 at the MacArthur Place Inn and Spa in Sonoma, California. The attendees at…
Jul 22nd, 2014
FKB’s Andrew R. Jones presented a continuing education class at the National Association of Patent Practitioners (NAPP)’s annual conference in Alexandria, Virginia entitled: “Best Practices: Minimizing the Risk of Malpractice.”
Andrew R. Jones presented a continuing education class at NAPP’s annual conference on July 22, 2014. The full description of the session is as follows: Best Practices: Minimizing the Risk of Malpractice, Andrew Jones and Larry Hilton, with Diane Gardner, Chair (sponsored by NAPP’s Membership Committee). Practical tips to help…
Jul 10th, 2014
FKBs Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Jessica C. Serrano win a Plaintiffs verdict on behalf of a law firm following a four week jury trial in New York Supreme Court, New York County.
FKB’s client is a law firm, specializing in the practice of matrimonial and family law. The Firm was previously retained by the client/defendant in a contested divorce proceeding. After rendering extensive legal services on behalf of the defendant, the Firm, on consent, withdrew escrow funds to pay a portion of…
Jun 18th, 2014
FKB employees participated in the American Heart Association 3 Mile Wall Street Run & Heart Walk.
On June 18, 2014 Furman Kornfeld & Brennan LLP employees participated in the American Heart Association 3 mile Wall Street Run & Heart Walk. FKB employee Alec Bromka took first place out of 5,492 participants with a time of 15:21. The event was a fundraiser working to prevent, treat and…
Jun 5th, 2014
FKB employees participated in the 38th annual J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge 5K in Central Park.
On June 5, 2014 Furman Kornfeld & Brennan LLP employees participated in the 38th annual J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge 5K in Central Park. The event highlights fitness and camaraderie enjoyed by the 940 companies who participated, as well as the event’s commitment to the Central Park Conservancy, the race beneficiary….
May 22nd, 2014
Andrew S. Kowlowitz obtains dismissal of legal malpractice claim against a landlord-tenant attorney.
FKB’s client is a New York law firm with significant experience representing clients in landlord-tenant litigation. The matter arose from the defendant-attorney’s representation of the plaintiff (a landlord/housing cooperative) in connection with the prosecution of a non-payment summary proceeding against a commercial tenant, a Cuban restaurant. The landlord alleged that…
May 22nd, 2014
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Bain R. Loucks presented a CLE at the Bronx County Bar Association entitled “Risk Management Practices and Legal Malpractice Basics.”
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Bain R. Loucks presented a CLE at the Bronx County Bar Association entitled “Risk Management Practices and Legal Malpractice Basics.” The CLE focused on law practice management, strategies for reducing risk as well as an in-depth discussion of common claims and defenses to legal malpractice…
May 19th, 2014
Andrew S. Kowlowitz wins dismissal of a legal malpractice action against a personal injury attorney, arising from the prosecution of a catastrophic injury to a minor claim.
FKB’s client is a personal injury attorney with a solo practice. This matter arose from the attorney’s representation of a four (4) year-old minor who fell out of an apartment window without window guards and suffered irreversible brain damage. FKB’s client prosecuted an action against the plaintiff’s landlord through trial,…
May 16th, 2014
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz obtains a defense verdict of a legal malpractice counter-claim following a bench trial.
FKB’s client is a law firm, specializing in the practice of family law. The Firm was previously retained by the defendant in a guardianship proceeding. The Firm rendered extensive legal services on behalf of the defendant, and requested payment of invoices on several occasions. The defendant failed to remit payment….
May 2nd, 2014
FKBs Andrew R. Jones and Bain R. Loucks win motion for summary judgment dismissing a $5 million legal malpractice claim.
FKB’s Andrew R. Jones and Bain R. Loucks won motion for summary judgment to dismiss a $5 million legal malpractice claim on 5/2/14. The plaintiff, a sophisticated real estate speculator, retained FKB’s client, the defendant law firm (“Firm”), in connection with plaintiff’s investment in a resort hotel located in upstate…
Apr 29th, 2014
FKBs Andrew R. Jones and Florence N. Lishansky Lectured at the 2014 Annual Professional Fiduciary Association of California (PFAC) Conference in San Diego, California. The Conference took place from April 23-26.
FKB’s Andrew R. Jones and Florence N. Lishansky, along with guest panelists Larry Hilton, Esq. and Sheri Sudweeks, Esq. hosted a 2.5 hour General Session focusing on Risk Management and Insurance Coverage considerations for professional fiduciaries. Topics discussed included: suggested methods for avoiding claims, disputes, and lawsuits; understanding the professional…
Mar 7th, 2014
FKB participated in 2015 Cycle for Survival- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Fundraiser.
Team FKB proudly participated in Cycle for Survival on March 7, 2015 and raised over $40,000 for rare cancer research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Photos from the day’s events are below. FKB is grateful for all the wonderful and generous support for this great charitable cause- and donations are…
Feb 27th, 2014
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew S. Kowlowitz
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew S. Kowlowitz Re: FKB Legal Malpractice Advisory: Legal Malpractice Claims Arising from Underlying Arbitrations; The Vast Discretion Afforded Arbitrators Often Proves to be an Insurmountable Hurdle Precluding a Legal Malpractice Plaintiff from Establishing Causation. Dear Clients & Colleagues: Attached please find our client advisory discussing…
Jan 31st, 2014
A. Michael Furman is Named Chair of the New York State Bar Trial Lawyers Section.
FKB’s A. Michael Furman is named the new Chair of the Trial Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association on January 31, 2014. The New York State Bar Association is the largest voluntary state bar association in the nation with 75,000 members. It was founded in 1876. The…
Jan 31st, 2014
Andrew S. Kowlowitz wins appeal in the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, affirming dismissal of a legal malpractice action.
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz wins an appeal in the Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirming the dismissal of legal malpractice action against a New York law firm in connection with its legal representation of a condominium board and the individual unit owners in an action against the builder and developer…
Jan 30th, 2014
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Bain R. Loucks presented a CLE at the Annual Meeting of the New York State Bar Association’s Real Property Law Section Committee entitled “Risk Management Practices for the Landlord/Tenant Practitioner.”
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Bain R. Loucks presented a CLE at the Annual Meeting of the New York State Bar Association’s Real Property Law Section Committee entitled “Risk Management Practices for the Landlord/Tenant Practitioner.” The CLE focused on law practice management, strategies for reducing risk as well as an…
Jan 3rd, 2014
FKB’s Mike Furman appears on Good Morning America in support of Cycle for Survival, a fundraiser for cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
FKB’s Mike Furman appears on Good Morning America in support of Cycle for Survival, a fundraiser for cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Cycle for Survival is an indoor team cycling fundraising event (like a huge “spin” class). Attached are some photos and a video clip (http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/cycle-survival-raises-money-cancer-research-21410128) from…
Dec 23rd, 2013
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Bain R. Loucks
FKB Legal Malpractice Advisory: Settler’s Remorse and Subsequent Claims for Legal Malpractice Dear Clients and Colleagues: In the context of civil litigation, it is fairly well known that most cases eventually settle, or otherwise resolve some time prior to trial. When a litigant elects to settle, it is not uncommon…
Dec 23rd, 2013
FKB’s Patrick J. Brennan obtains directed verdict in Nassau County Supreme Court in a legal malpractice action against a prominent plaintiff’s personal injury law firm.
FKB’s Patrick Brennan obtained a directed verdict on behalf of a prominent plaintiff’s personal injury law firm at the close of the plaintiff’s case in a legal malpractice trial before Justice F. Dana Winslow in Nassau County Supreme Court. The central issue in this legal malpractice action was whether FKB’s…
Dec 18th, 2013
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew R. Jones
FKB Professional Liability Practice Alert: Two Recent Decisions show New York State is Solidifying its Position as a Jurisdiction that Permits Insurers to Recoup Underlying Litigation Costs. When disclaiming coverage, insurers may attempt to recover costs paid defending the underlying claim in subsequent declaratory judgment proceedings. Although many states reject…
Dec 12th, 2013
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew R. Jones and Evan W. Bolla
December 12, 2013: FKB Client Advisory by Andrew R. Jones and Evan W. Bolla. Re: DLJ Mortgage Capital Inc. v. Thomas Kontogiannis, Chicago Title Insurance Company, et. al.: New York Court of Appeals holds that third-party purchasers of mortgages on the secondary market cannot rely on pre-closing documents to establish…
Dec 2nd, 2013
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew S. Kowlowitz
December 2, 2013: FKB Client Advisory by Andrew S. Kowlowitz. Re: FKB Accountant Malpractice Advisory: New York Courts utilize the “Tooley” derivative/direct standing test to preclude claims brought by non-clients against accountants Dear Clients and Colleagues: In the context of accounting malpractice, the general rule is that non-clients do not…
Nov 14th, 2013
FKB’s Michael Furman Andrew Featured Speakers 2013 NYC Bar 10th Annual Law Firm Practice Management Symposium.
On Thursday, November 14, 2013, FKB’s Michael Furman and Andrew Jones spoke at the New York City Bar Association’s 10th Annual Small Law Firm Practice Management Symposium, with their topic entitled: “Worst Case Scenario – The Do’s and Don’ts of Case Selection, Management and Client Communications.” Michael and Andrew prepared…
Oct 29th, 2013
FKB’s Patrick J. Brennan gave a presentation at the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management annual conference in Austin, Texas.
Patrick J. Brennan gave a presentation at the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management annual conference on October 29, 2013 in Austin, Texas. The presentation, entitled “The Patient Grievance Process and Preserving Confidentiality”, was attended by well over 450 people and discussed federal regulations and interpretive guidelines governing hospitals’ responses…
Oct 18th, 2013
FKB’s Mike Furman was a lecturer at the New York State Bar Association CLE- “Protecting Your Practice- Risk Management 101 for Lawyers” in NYC.
FKB’s A. Michael Furman was a featured speaker at the New York State Bar Association CLE- “Protecting Your Practice- Risk Management 101 for Lawyers” at the New Yorker Hotel in NYC. Mike Furman lectured on the topic of “Competency in Area of Practice & Insurance Considerations” along with Mike Mooney…
Oct 10th, 2013
FKB’s Andrew Jones and Izabell Lemkhen were featured speakers at the 2013 Professional Liability Defense Federation Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.
On Thursday, October 10, 2013, FKB’s Andrew Jones and Izabell Lemkhen, spoke at the 2013 Annual Meeting and CLE/CEU Presentation of the Professional Liability Defense Federation. Andrew and Izabell, along with Erin Higgins, Esq. and Timothy Gephart, CPCU, lead an interactive discussion regarding common ethical and practice issues raised by…
Oct 5th, 2013
FKB’s Andrew Jones, along with others, cycles 50 kilometers around Manhattan to raise $50,000 for charity.
On Saturday, October 5, 2013, FKB’s Andrew Jones cycled 50 kilometers – around the perimeter of Manhattan – in order to help raise $50,000 for Harlem Grown – an independent, non-profit organization whose mission is to create a network of neighborhood farms and spread its produce and social benefits through…
Aug 30th, 2013
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz featured as columnist in the New York Law Journal.
Tools for Recovery of Unpaid Legal Fees Andrew S. Kowlowitz New York Law Journal August 30, 2013 An important risk-management issue for lawyers involves ethically and effectively securing payment of unpaid fees from current or former clients. This issue is especially prevalent where there is a breakdown in the attorney-client…
Aug 8th, 2013
Patrick J. Brennan Wins Post-Trial Motion to Dismiss Medical Malpractice Action.
FKB’s Patrick J. Brennan obtained dismissal of medical malpractice claims, following a two-week trial in Bronx County Supreme Court that resulted in a jury verdict for the plaintiff. The focus of the trial centered on whether a surgeon committed malpractice when he injured the plaintiff’s right common iliac artery during…
Aug 5th, 2013
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz and Partnership Dispute Litigation team, obtains summary judgment for a matrimonial law firm and secures judgment in excess of $200,000 for unpaid legal fees.
FKB’s client is a matrimonial law firm, who was previously retained by the defendant/client in a divorce proceeding. Pursuant to the retainer agreement, the defendant agreed to pay the firm based upon its regularly established hourly rates. The firm rendered extensive legal services on behalf of the defendant, and mailed…
Jul 25th, 2013
FKB’s Neil Kornfeld obtains a Defense Verdict in Supreme Court, Richmond County in a medical malpractice action.
FKB’s Neil Kornfeld obtains a Defense Verdict on 7/25/13 in Supreme Court, Richmond County in a medical malpractice action. The case involved allegations that the defendant doctor failed to refer and properly treat plaintiff’s diabetic ulcer. The plaintiff underwent a partial heel resection and extended treatment due to healing problems….
Jul 12th, 2013
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz obtains dismissal of a legal malpractice action brought against FKB’s client in the Southern District of New York.
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz obtains a dismissal of legal malpractice action against a New York law firm, including a partner and associate of the firm, in connection with its legal representation of a condominium board and the individual unit owners in an action against the builder and developer of the…
Jun 21st, 2013
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew R. Jones
The Scope of Documents a Court may Consider Under CPLR 3211(a)(1) Two recent New York cases hold that Courts can properly dismiss legal malpractice actions, pre-discovery, based upon the “documentary evidence” of underlying pleadings, testimony, and affidavits. Warshaw Burstein Cohen Schlesinger & Kuh, LLP v. Longmire: The Appellate Division, First…
Jun 21st, 2013
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew R. Jones
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew R. Jones . FKB Professional Liability Practice Alert: New York’s Highest Court rules that a liability insurer who improperly disclaims coverage and declines to defend an insured is precluded from later asserting otherwise valid indemnity coverage exclusions. (“An insurance company that has disclaimed its duty to…
Jun 11th, 2013
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz Obtains Dismissal of a Legal Malpractice Action Brought Against a Real Estate Attorney in the New York County Supreme Court.
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz obtains dismissal of a claim for legal malpractice action arising from an underlying purchase of a Cooperative apartment in Manhattan. FKB’s client are a New York City law firm and its partners. The Firm was retained to represent the Plaintiffs, purchasers of a Cooperative apartment on…
May 29th, 2013
FKB Client Advisory by Andrew Jones and Evan Bolla – U.S. Supreme Court holds that State Courts may decide legal malpractice claims involving underlying patent law issues.
May 29, 2013: FKB Client Advisory by Andrew Jones and Evan Bolla – U.S. Supreme Court holds that State Courts may decide legal malpractice claims involving underlying patent law issues. FKB Professional Liability Practice Alert: The U.S. Supreme Court in Gunn v. Minton has held that State Courts can decide…
Apr 25th, 2013
Andrew Jones And Florence Lishansky Lecture At The 2013 Annual Professional Fiduciary Association of California Conference in Monterey, California
FKB’s Andrew R. Jones and Florence N. Lishansky Lectured at the 2013 Annual Professional Fiduciary Association of California (PFAC) Conference in Monterey, California. The Conference took place from April 23 – April 27, 2013. Andrew and Florence, along with guest panelists Larry Hilton, Esq. and Sheri Sudweeks, Esq. discussed Risk…
Apr 2nd, 2013
FKB’s Neil Kornfeld obtains a Defense Verdict After a Five Week Trial in Supreme Court, Bronx County in a Medical Malpractice Action.
FKB’s Neil Kornfeld obtains a defense verdict after a five week trial in Supreme Court, Bronx County in a medical malpractice action. The case involved allegations that the defendant doctor failed to diagnose and treat an infection in the plaintiff’s foot that resulted in the development of osteomyelitis and amputation…
Apr 1st, 2013
Andrew S. Kowlowitz obtains dismissal of a legal malpractice action brought against FKB’s client, a transactional attorney, in the New York County Supreme Court.
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz obtains a dismissal of legal malpractice action against a New York based solo practitioner in connection with legal representation he provided to a seller (“Plaintiff-seller”) of commercial business assets (the “underlying transaction”). The terms of the sale agreement included a sale price, a down payment and…
Mar 4th, 2013
FKB Takes Leading Role in the New York State Bar Association Legal Malpractice CLE Seminar.
Mike Furman served as the Over-all Planning Chairman for the New York State Bar Association’s biennial Legal Malpractice CLE Seminar entitled “Legal Malpractice Professional Liability Claims, Litigation Strategies and Ethics.” This Legal Malpractice CLE seminar was sponsored by the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section and the Law Practice Management…
Mar 2nd, 2013
FKB raised over $40,000 in charitable donations for “Cycle for Survival” a nationwide cancer research fundraiser for Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
On Saturday, March 2, 2013, FKB participated in Cycle for Survival, a fundraiser for cancer research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Cycle for Survival is an indoor spin biking fundraising event that was held in various Equinox Health Clubs across the United States. The FKB team was a proud corporate…
Feb 27th, 2013
FKB’s Andrew R. Jones obtains a unanimous defense verdict after a two-week trial in a Queens County general liability action.
Furman Kornfeld & Brennan LLP’s Andrew R. Jones obtained a unanimous defense verdict in a general liability (alleged trip-and-fall) action following a two-week jury trial in Queens County Supreme Court before Justice Howard. G. Lane. The trial involved claims that the defendant – a community gym and karate center located…
Feb 19th, 2013
FKB’s Andrew S. Kowlowitz was a featured columnist in the New York Law. Journal
Preserving Statute of Limitations Defense to Legal Malpractice Claim Andrew S. Kowlowitz New York Law Journal February 19, 2013 One of the “cleaner,” more effective defenses to a claim of legal malpractice is premised on the expiration of the statute of limitations. Typically, a legal malpractice claim must be brought…
Feb 16th, 2013
FKB Wins Appeal in Legal Malpractice Action Arising from an Alleged “Forced Settlement” in an Underlying $5 Million Civil Rights Case.
Furman Kornfeld & Brennan LLP successfully defended an appeal by a wealthy former client who alleged that his lawyer “forced” an improvident settlement on the eve of a civil rights trial in the Eastern District of New York which involved $5 million in claimed damages. In Bellinson Law LLC, v. Iannucci,…
Nov 12th, 2012
FKB Client Advisory: How Not to Get Lost In the Singletree Forest: Avoiding Expert Preclusion Under CPLR 3101(d)(1)(i) 11/12
The Appellate Division, Second Department has finally shed light on the perplexing trend surrounding the timing of expert disclosure that has plagued practitioners in recent years. New York courts long agreed that the identification and exchange of expert witnesses pursuant to CPLR 3101(d)(1)(i) was permitted until near the time of…
Oct 27th, 2010
FKB contributes three articles that were published in the Fall 2010 Edition of Travelers Insurance Company’s LPL Risk Management Newsletter “The Better Lawyer.”
FKB’s A. Michael Furman and Bain Loucks contributed articles to the Fall 2010 edition of Travelers Insurance Company’s Lawyers Professional Liability Newsletter, “The Better Lawyer.” The articles were on the topics of (1) New York Estate and Trusts Attorney Risk Management; (2) Creditor and Collection Attorney LPL Risks; and (3) Debtor Attorney…
Sep 15th, 2010
FKB’s Mike Furman was a featured speaker at the New York State Bar Association CLE seminar entitled “Protecting Your Practice: Risk Management for Solo/Small Firms” in New York City.
On September 15, 2010, Mike Furman and several New York lawyers professional liability practitioners participated in an LPL continuing legal education seminar for the New York State Bar Association CLE seminar entitled “Protecting Your Practice: Risk Management for Solo/Small Firms.” This seminar, which took place at the Concierge Conference Center…
