tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66060952011-07-08T07:36:48.271-04:00Law, Current Events and Culture from a New York attorney's viewpointFrederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comBlogger2931100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-29850939832495129212010-03-03T21:45:00.002-05:002010-03-03T21:47:58.799-05:00

This blog is inactive. If you would like to read more from the Law Office of Frederic R. Abramson, go to my New York Business Law Blog.

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Only one in twenty new businesses will survive to achieve its fifth anniversary. So what will give you the edge in success? It is important to have a smart start. Here are some common challenges faced by today's small business owners:1. Having the proper attitude. Many people enter into a new business expecting instant success. However, being realistic will allow you to overcome the

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An important step in starting your business is naming it. Your name will provide a foundation for every marketing effort you ever launch. If the name that you have chosen is currently being used or trademarked by another company, obviously try a different name. To do otherwise is a recipe for trouble.A trademark search is a smart investment before officially adapting your name.

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Smart Business Planning requires preventing problems and making sure that your business is being protected from potential trouble.Your computer has the latest anti-virus software, but is your business protected from potentially damaging litigation?Contact the Law Office of Frederic R. Abramson at 212-233-0666 for a free business tune up.

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Is your company in search for a billion in new revenue? The New York Times, in the special small business section on May 1, discusses how the Google's of the world experienced growth:1. They had a breakthrough value position;2. They exploited a high growth segment;3. They secured marquee customers;4. They build alliances with larger companies;5. They split management duties, with one

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Any thoughts regarding bartering of legal services?

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1124891883891644602005-08-24T09:54:00.000-04:002005-08-24T09:58:03.896-04:00

There has been a vast amount of press regarding the "tort crisis." However, a survey conducted by the Department of Justice has found that tort trials have actually fallen by 80%. more...>

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States are no longer able to hold rental car companies vicariously liable for accidents that occur in their leased cars. more...>

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Doctors have been complaining about skyrocketing malpractice rates for years. Their primary scapegoat has been large jury awards. However, a recent study released by the Center for Justice & Democracy has found that even though insurance rates have climbed 120%, money paid on claims have risen only 5.6%. more...>

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Thinking about drinking a cup of coffee on the subway? Perhaps you should wait until you reach your destination. more...>

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What does "tort reform" mean, and why does it provoke such controversy? more...>

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Slate reviews the views of the candidates likely to replace Justice Rehnquist.

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After two wins on "legal reform" legislation, the tort reform lobby has taken a pause. Next on their agenda, the "Law Suit Reduction Act" which sanctions lawyers for filing frivolous lawsuits. more...>

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Looking to file a Federal Trademark? Before contacting my law office, this article, published by the American Bar Association, provides the basics.

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If studying does not work, why not sue? more...>

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For some key observations on how to protect your business from lawsuits, read this article that contains some quotes from a very good friend of mine, Marshall R. Isaacs.

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The Blawg of the Day is Bob Kraft's P.I.S.S.I.D. Its focus is personal injury and social security disability law. Thanks to Ernie the Attorney.

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The New York Times reports today that immigrants are being offered social security numbers by expatriates. more...>

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Don't forget to write a business prenup, formally known as a buy-sell agreement, before putting money in a venture. more...>

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As part of the "Class Matters" series, the New York Times focuses today on the plight of two immigrants, one Greek diner owner, one Mexican short order cook. more...>

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Are you looking to start up a business? Check out business.gov.

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According to a new study by the Economic Policy Institute, the "tort crisis" is overblown. For example, tort lawsuits have actually fallen significantly, despite continuing population growth. more...>

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In one high school, Asian's represent 22 percent of the population, but 94.4 percent of the math club. Why?

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Keep it. Sell it. Liquidate it. These are three alternatives available to owners of closely held businesses. Here is guide about the key issues regarding the sale process.

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The legal history site of the day is The Avalon Project at Yale University. The site contains a treasure trove of historical documents in law, history and diplomacy. For instance, follow this link to the Camp David Accords.

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The USCIS will be implementing 20,000 bonus H1-B visa's for graduates of US graduate degree programs. more...>

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The blawg of the day is ... Between Lawyers (thanks to the Blawg Channel). Today, the author's (this is a group blawg) discuss the value of blogging within the legal community.

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Here is a list of what I am current reading:Dale Carengie: "How to Win Friends and Influence People"Thomas L. Friedman: "The World is Flat, A brief history of the 21st Century"Harold McGee: "On Food and Cooking, The Science and Lure of the Kitchen"Keith Farrazi: "Never Eat Alone, and Other Secrets of Success, One Relationship at a Time"

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1115232196228955942005-05-04T14:38:00.000-04:002005-05-04T14:43:16.556-04:00

Insurance companies have been calling for tort reform. They state that there is a litigation crisis. Here is a piece of interesting news: St. Pauls/ Travelers Insurance company has posted record profits for the First Quarter. more...>

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Congress is ready to enact a stricter law that would outlaw driver's licenses for illegal aliens and it would make it tougher for immigrants to seek asylum. more...>The USA is a nation of immigrants. Many (including my ancenstors) have sought refuge here to escape persecution. Unfortunately, in times of "war" we tend to limit immigration because of a perceived security risk. As an immigration

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1115051652716053622005-05-02T12:30:00.000-04:002005-05-05T16:25:58.433-04:00

Efforts to deport immigrants who are thought to be gang members or sexual predators have snarred those with no criminal record. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1114706681057914802005-04-28T12:42:00.000-04:002005-04-28T12:44:41.056-04:00

There is a plethora of hype regarding the growth of hi-tech businesses and its effect on the US economy. However, the biggest opportunity for entrepeneurs are mundane ventures that have existed for decades. more...>

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Business Week, The Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal even Law.com have been urging everyone to blog. Is the hype regarding blogs as a marketing tool warranted?I have been posting to my blog for over a year and it is my belief that blogs are overrated as a marketing tool. This blog has received thousands of hits, has an rss feed and has been mentioned in numerous blogs. However, I have

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1114026117651066522005-04-20T15:37:00.000-04:002005-04-20T15:41:57.650-04:00

The New York Post reports today about the dismissal of an action brought against the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. The article, entitled "Court can't see eye to eye with suit" states that the hospital was found not liable for negligently removing the wrong eye from a patient because the patient signed a waiver. more...>

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Some plaintiffs finance their expenses before their lawsuit is settled. Are these "investments" in lawsuits loans? If they are loans, should they be regulated by usury statutes? more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1113516537315633752005-04-14T18:04:00.000-04:002005-04-14T18:10:40.060-04:00

A Chinese deliveryman who was stuck inside an elevator paid $60,000 in smuggling fee's to enter the country. How do these poor immigrants pay such a large fee to smuggler's when they only make $300 a week? more..>

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The Blawg of the Day is ..... Blawgreview.Thanks to Bag and Baggage.

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Although this article is geared towards lawyers, its lesson is clear. There is great bang for your marketing dollar by entertaining clients at sporting events. more...>

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The National Law Journal lists the top defense wins of 2004. The top win was awarded to Latham & Watkins for an antitrust victory. more...>

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Since anyone can write a blog, why is the blogoshere dominated by white males? more....>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1112199155027521842005-03-30T10:38:00.000-05:002005-03-30T12:00:10.140-05:00

I appeared in court yesterday of counsel in Judge Richard Braun's courtroom in Supreme New York County for a simple preliminary conference. For those who do not practice law in New York, at a preliminary conference, the parties set a basic discovery schedule. Most lawyers believe that this conference is completely bogus. If the court system would like to save resources, they should set a

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Tenants of a burned out building where two people died haved sued the New York Fire Department because they were slow to arrive. more...>

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Although it is not the custom of this blog to list large awards because they are frequently misused by proponents of tort reform, here is a list from the New York Law Journal of New York's Highest Awards for 2004.

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Is the random poisoning of a large number of people, if it is a side-effect of the deforestation of a battleground, a crime against humanity? more...>

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I have been blogging for over a year!

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Do American lawyers have anything to learn from Bruce Springsteen? Widener School of Law seems to think so. more...>

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Another jury held Ford liable due to a malfunction in its Explorer model. This time, a jury found the seat belt and roof system to be faulty when the vehicle flipped five times. more..>

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Lun Bao Zheng, a Chinese Immigrant who became a US citizen, became enraged by his wife whom he thought married him only for a green card, went on a murder-suicide rampage yesterday. more..>

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The New York Daily News reports today that JP Morgan Chase and North Fork banks will close "money service" accounts by the end of the month. These accounts are used to send funds from the US to other nations. The move will likely hurt millions in other nations who are dependent on US immigrants sending funds abroad for basic needs. more...>

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Reforms to US immigration law in the late 1980's and early 1990's- part of a "Free Trade of Ideas" campaign were ment to end the practice of ideological based visa denials. Unfortunately, it appears that the use of an ideological litmus test has been revived. more...>

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The New York Post reports on two car accidents today. In one accident, an elderly man, Donald Hennessey, was killed by a hit-and-run driver. In another accident, a 18 year old volunteer firefighter was killed when a speeding car plowed into him.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1110478334687402102005-03-10T13:02:00.000-05:002005-03-11T12:14:26.973-05:00

Malpractice reform is a high priority for President Bush, who contends that juries have run amok, multimillion dollar lawsuits are on the rise and greedy trial lawyers are filing frivolous lawsuits. His solution: cap malpractice awards. His problem: after studying a database maintained by the Texas Department of Insurance that contains all malpractice claims from 1998 to 2002, there is no

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1110225521557571772005-03-07T14:55:00.000-05:002005-03-07T14:58:41.556-05:00

President Bush has proposed limiting "pain and suffering" damages in medical malpractice lawsuits. Will such a cap actually limit the total amount awarded? more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1109950441118813692005-03-04T10:27:00.000-05:002005-03-04T10:35:37.336-05:00

Religion may be a survival mechanism. So are we born to believe? more...>We are what we buy at the mall, see at the multiplex, and hear on our iPods. Is that a good thing? more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1109874237328879972005-03-03T13:22:00.000-05:002005-03-03T13:23:57.330-05:00

A Texas jury found Ford liable for the death of 2 women who were killed in an Explorer rollover accident. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1109800412026249422005-03-02T16:52:00.000-05:002005-03-02T16:53:32.030-05:00

It may come as no suprise to learn that there has been a sharp increase in cellphone use by drivers. more...>

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A 42nd Street Shuttle train pulling into Grand Central Station overshot the end of its track. more...>

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Following victory with class action lawsuits, the Bush admistration is now targeting Malpractice lawyers in his crusade on tort reform. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1109270130890127212005-02-24T13:31:00.000-05:002005-02-24T13:38:24.876-05:00

Last Thursday a New York judge halted a Department of Motor Vehicles crackdown on giving New York State licenses to noncitizens. New York State officials announced yesterday that they are appealing the ruling. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1109097622098166192005-02-23T12:00:00.000-05:002005-02-23T11:57:38.420-05:00

Newsday reports that the City of New York paid $570 million in Personal Injury lawsuits last year. more...>

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For all you small business owners, the New York Times contains a special section on Small Business. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1109096932630865042005-02-22T13:23:00.000-05:002005-02-22T13:28:52.633-05:00

President Bush, speaking in a St. Louis suburb a few weeks ago, blammed high medical malpractice prices on malpractice lawsuits. But for all the worries over higher medical expenses, legal costs do not seem to be the root of the most recent increase in malpractice premiums. Last year malpractice claims against doctors dropped 8.9%. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1108739510400875282005-02-18T09:52:00.000-05:002005-02-18T10:20:18.316-05:00

Yesterday, I appeared of counsel on an Order to Show Cause before Hon. Jonathan Lippman, at 80 Centre Street in New York County. The plaintiff was a 64 year old man who fell in a hole in the roadway because a New York City Transit Bus stopped at a significant distance from the curb. The plaintiff was seriously injured due to the accident. The plaintiff improperly told his attorney that the

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1108662083115207182005-02-17T12:38:00.000-05:002005-02-17T12:41:23.116-05:00

The New York Times today reports that the 2004 Lexus RX330 is under federal inquiry after receiving complaints regarding its power brakes. more....>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1108591501118753302005-02-16T17:02:00.000-05:002005-02-16T17:05:01.120-05:00

Are American's so successful because they are nuts? Are we a nation of Crazy Eddies? more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1108494833429364822005-02-15T14:11:00.000-05:002005-02-15T14:13:53.430-05:00

The New York Sun posts this article about the new class-action tort reform bill that recently passed in the Senate. It quotes a Yale law professor who believes that the Bush administration will have a hard time passing other tort reform measures.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1108144520542098332005-02-11T12:50:00.000-05:002005-02-11T12:57:16.596-05:00

President Bush won his first tort reform victory as the Senate approved a bill that would limit class action lawsuits. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1107986378527480412005-02-09T16:58:00.000-05:002005-02-09T16:59:38.526-05:00

Drumroll please. The site of the day is Center for Justice and Democracy.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1107887495680943842005-02-08T13:28:00.000-05:002005-02-08T13:31:35.680-05:00

The New York Times reports in its front page today that thousands of people seeking asylum in the United States are treated poorly. Cuba has the highest precentage of applicants approved for asylum. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1107803965810662142005-02-07T14:16:00.000-05:002005-02-07T14:19:25.810-05:00

The New York Times reports on this odd story about two men who were arrested for disorderly conduct for telling lawyer jokes outside the Nassau County courthouse. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1107540597738334472005-02-04T13:08:00.000-05:002005-02-04T13:09:57.740-05:00

Are you looking to start up a business? Findlaw lists ten suggestions to get your business off to smooth start. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1107364450652283922005-02-02T11:11:00.000-05:002005-02-02T12:14:10.653-05:00

Blog 702 posts its analysis of Tort Reform in the states.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1107273054921743412005-02-01T10:43:00.000-05:002005-02-01T10:52:06.950-05:00

Manhattan Justice Milton Tingling awarded 29 year old Ethan Ruby a large judgment against Budget Rent-A-Car. The ruling is based on state law that holds rental agencies responsible for the the negligent acts of its customers. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1107207709858089242005-01-31T16:25:00.000-05:002005-01-31T16:41:49.856-05:00

Insurance companies are the driving force behind tort reform. They have influenced many in the Republican party (including the President), corporations and physicians that the reason for the steady increase in insurance premiums is due to large tort verdicts. Because they do not have facts to back up their assertions, they have relied on myths. more....>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1106928185563383672005-01-28T10:59:00.000-05:002005-01-28T11:03:05.563-05:00

Lawyers Weekly takes a look at medical liability reform, class action reform, frivolous lawsuit sanctions, asbestos trust fund and "fast food" lawsuit legislation in Congress for the coming year. more...>

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A new tort reform bill has been introduced in Congress that would impose sanctions on lawyers for "frivolous" lawsuits. The bill would also attempt to reduce forum shopping. more...> On the topic of tort reform, New York State should enact a stronger good faith law. If, for example, an insurance company fails to pay a claim in which they do not have a good faith defense, they should be subject

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1106760212984355092005-01-26T13:17:00.000-05:002005-01-26T12:23:32.983-05:00

It may not come as a surpise that a study conducted by the Farmers Insurance Group has found that running a red light is a leading cause of car accidents. A staggering 36% of all drivers admitted to running a red light in the past year. The study also concluded that women are more observant of traffic lights than men. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1106672418062422712005-01-25T11:55:00.000-05:002005-01-25T12:01:46.316-05:00

I have been blogging about tort reform extensively. However, how many people really know what tort reform is? Check out Whatistortreform, a site billing itself as a user-friendly guide to tort reform.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1106587455065088732005-01-24T13:20:00.000-05:002005-01-24T12:24:15.066-05:00

The New York Times reports that immigation in New York is at record levels. 60% of all babies are born to at least one foreign born parent. What effect does immigation have on NYC's neighborhoods? more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1106252953597362322005-01-20T15:07:00.000-05:002005-01-26T12:11:19.176-05:00

How do judges reach their decisions? Do they use intuition or logic? Judge Posner has written a book on this subject. more...> Actually, he reviewed the book blink. ... thanks for the comment.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1106159248209239432005-01-19T13:24:00.000-05:002005-01-19T13:37:50.043-05:00

The tsunami catastrophe has created thousands of orphans. Should these orphans be allowed to immigate into the United States? The USCIS doesn't think so. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1106077277287642482005-01-18T14:37:00.000-05:002005-01-18T14:41:17.286-05:00

The A.P. reports that reducing malpractice awards ranked 11th out of 12 on a list of items people thought should be health care priorities in Congress. President Bush has focused on tort reform as the main priority in reducing health care costs. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1105645498142768302005-01-13T14:37:00.000-05:002005-01-13T14:44:58.143-05:00

Following President Bush's symbolic appearance in Illinois last week kicking off the tort reform debate for the New Year, there has been much reaction to the issue in the press. The New York Daily News posts this editorial which calls for revoking the licenses of doctor's have lost a substantial number of malpractice verdicts.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1105459599906383592005-01-11T10:58:00.000-05:002005-01-11T11:06:39.906-05:00

The New York Times on Sunday, posted this editorial entitled "Tort Mythology," which attacks the Bush administration's view of "tort reform."

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1105052666084446692005-01-06T18:00:00.000-05:002005-01-06T18:04:26.086-05:00

Yesterday I blawged about a boy who was killed after he fell down a chute. Newsday reports today that the fall was ruled an accident. Nevertheless, I still feel strongly that there must be some action against "ambulance chasing" attorneys.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1104947073359812182005-01-05T13:24:00.000-05:002005-01-06T17:50:38.476-05:00

A 9 year old retarded boy was killed yesterday when he fell down a Harlem nursing home chute. The family blames the accident on inadequate supervision. more...> Has anyone from the press contacted the family regarding the number of law firms that have approached them? I could almost guarantee that 10 runners, (independent contractors who receive a fee upon a personal injury referral) have

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1104794688171305372005-01-03T18:20:00.000-05:002005-01-03T18:24:48.170-05:00

President Bush is planning to fire his first shots in his war to reform tort law in Madison County, Illinois. The county is known for its heavy docket of tort cases. more....>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1104339012429641892004-12-29T11:43:00.000-05:002004-12-29T11:50:12.430-05:00

After 9/11, New York DMV has taken the lead in cracking down on fraudulantly obtained drivers licenses. The Daily News, in a confusingly written article, quotes DMV Commissioner Raymond Martinez, who defends his agency's anti-fraud tactics. Immigrant groups have been opposed to the new measures because they have the effect of harming immigrants who may not have a valid social security number

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1104214239380372142004-12-28T01:54:00.000-05:002005-01-26T12:13:44.523-05:00

Malaysia and Indonisia are two Asian nations that share a common backround. They are similar in terms of geography, religion and they speak the same language. However, the citizens of Malaysia are three times more prosperous. The Malaysian legal system, like the US, is based on English common law. As a Dutch colony, the Indonisian legal system is premised on French civil law. Are countries based

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1104163217845752042004-12-27T10:55:00.000-05:002004-12-27T11:00:17.846-05:00

Even though it was one of the least productive years for the New York State legislature, dozens of new laws will take effect on the first day of the new year. Among the new state laws are a hike in the minimum wage and slight cut in the personal income tax. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1103808961849610072004-12-23T08:25:00.000-05:002004-12-23T08:36:01.850-05:00

According to the blawg Uncivil Litigator, there are two types of lawyers: manipulators and straight shooters. The manipulators, practice their trade with dishonesty and lack of decency. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1103731614810467312004-12-22T11:02:00.000-05:002004-12-22T11:06:54.810-05:00

Robert Ambrogi of Lawsites lists a roundup of the best of 2004 non-blog legal websites.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1103654717982973462004-12-21T13:35:00.000-05:002004-12-21T13:45:17.983-05:00

The New York Daily News lists a few strange lawsuits brought against the City of New York. Here is their list: "The case of the one eyed driver," "The case of the crooked car buyer," and "The case of the 16-year old shooting." more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1103563722430845852004-12-20T13:18:00.000-05:002004-12-20T13:17:11.726-05:00

After filing a lawsuit against the City of the NewYork, an answer is usually filed on behalf of Michael Cardozo, General Counsel. But who is he and what exactly does he do? more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1103303898587488582004-12-17T13:11:00.000-05:002004-12-17T12:18:18.586-05:00

Auto accidents allegedly caused by tire-separation have been at issue in an increasing number of lawsuits. The suits allege that tires over six years old, even if they have not been used, could cause a fatal accident due to degredation of the treads. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1103227883362879052004-12-16T15:01:00.000-05:002004-12-16T23:02:23.973-05:00

The conservative daily, The New York Sun, reports on a fee dispute between two personal injury law firms over referral fees. Following a large Fen-Phen settlement, Parker & Waichman and Napoli Bern are duking it out. It may come as a surprise that the Sun casts the two law firms as greedy trial lawyers. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1103144960961202332004-12-15T15:36:00.000-05:002004-12-15T16:09:41.976-05:00

Looking to hire an employee on commission? Before drafting a contract, you should be aware of these tips.

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1102959487045156222004-12-13T13:30:00.000-05:002004-12-13T12:38:07.046-05:00

The New York Times reported on November 30, 2004 about the effect of New York State's current divorce law, which requires one party to be "at fault" before a divorce may be granted. New York may be the only state that does not allow no-fault divorce. Today, the Association of the Bar of the City of New York has urged legislators to ammend state law to allow "no fault" divorce. more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1102702737657888472004-12-10T13:12:00.000-05:002004-12-10T13:18:57.656-05:00

Upon entering law school, one of the first cases taught in torts class is Palsgraf v. Long Island Railroad. The case involves an explosion that occurred at the LIRR's Jamaica Station and illustrates the theory of duty and proximate causation. Since the case has been decided in 1924, the Palsgraf family has been subject to numerous accidents. Is the Palsgraf family cursed? more...>

Frederic R . Abramsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13197109198262937131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606095.post-1102614580071121872004-12-09T13:34:00.000-05:002004-12-09T12:49:40.073-05:00

Thankfully the New York Post, in an exclusive combining the talents of two reporters, tells us that an Orthodox Jew is suing his employer - claiming that he was not fed kosher food at a holiday party. Moshe Marc Cohen, a former supervisor at National Provident, a large finanicial firm, is suing his former employer for discrimination. more...>

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