Unusual New York State Laws

February 26, 2013  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

Click on the video above to see my commentary on WKBW Channel 7's report on "Wacky" New York State Laws.  The report provides insight on some obscure laws that are still on the books in New York State that you may find useful and certainly will find interesting.

Law Enforcement Seeks More Access to Text Messages

December 5, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

Click the video above to watch WGRZ Channel 2's report on law enforcement agencies' efforts to gain greater access to individuals' text messages.  They report includes my commentary on potential problems with law enforcement agencies pressuring cell phone companies to keep text message data for extended periods of time.

Corasanti Censured and Reprimanded by State Health Department

August 9, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS, PROFESSIONAL LICENSING DEFENSE  |  Share

I recently provided analysis for WKBW Channel 7 on the state Board for Professional Medical Misconduct's ruling regarding Dr. James Corasanti.  The doctor was censured and reprimanded by New York State following a recent drunk driving conviction. You can watch my complete analysis of the state Board for Professional Medical Misconduct's ruling by clicking on the video above courtesy of WKBW.

Jury Analysis on Corasanti Verdicts

June 7, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

As word arrived that verdicts were reached in the manslaughter trial of Dr. James Corasanti; I provided live commentary on the jury process, court room activity, and key components of the trial on WKBW Channel 7. You can watch my live commentary by clicking on the video above, courtesy of WKBW.

What To Do If Your Law Firm Collapses

June 7, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

Dewey & LeBoeuf, a large international law firm based inNew York, recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.  The collapse of such a large firm brings a question to the forefront of clients' minds; what should I do if my law firm goes bust? The Wall Street Journal addressed this very issue in an article recently published on their SmartMoney.com site.  I provided comments for the article addressing how quickly clients need to act if their law firm declares for bankruptcy, what obligations law firms have regarding clients' retainers, and the importance of having files transferred to another firm when court dates are pending. Click on the link below to read my comments and the Wall Street Journal's entire article "When Your Law Firm Goes Bust" on their SmartMoney.com site. http://blogs.smartmoney.com/advice/2012/05/29/when-your-law-firm-goes-bust/

Analysis of Evidence in Corasanti Trial

May 14, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

As part of WKBW Channel 7's continuing coverage of the manslaughter trial of Dr. James Corasanti; I was recently in studio providing analysis on some of the latest evidence presented during the trial. You can watch my analysis by clicking on the video above, courtesy of WKBW.

Analyzing Texts In Corasanti Case

May 11, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

Text messages made by Dr. James Corasanti and the victim in the fatal accident were recently introduced during Dr. Corasanti's trial.  I provided analysis on the significance of the text messages in the case on WKBW Channel 7.  Click the video above to watch my analysis on the matter.

Why Did The Defense Ask For A Mistrial?

May 11, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

I continue to provide analysis for WKBW Channel 7 on the ongoing trial of Dr. James Corasanti.  Above is a video of my analysis of the Defense’s recent request for a mistrial.

Analysis as DWI Hit and Run Trial Begins

April 26, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

The trial of Amherst Doctor James Corasanti begins this morning.  Dr. Corasanti has pled not guilty to charges including Vehicular Manslaughter and Leaving the Scene of an Accident, resulting in death.  I appeared on WKBW Eyewitness News to provide analysis as the case begins.  You can watch my commentary by clicking on the video above, courtesy of WKBW.

What Goes Into The Jury Selection Process?

April 26, 2012  |  IN THE NEWS  |  Share

I was recently in studio at WKBW-TV Channel 7 discussing the upcoming trial of Dr. James Corasanti, accused in a fatal hit and run.  I specifically provide commentary on what goes in to the jury selection process.  You can watch my analysis by clicking on the video above, courtesy of WKBW.