The Future of AI Is More Ironman than Terminator
February 01, 2023
Many fear cyborgs stealing corner offices from rainmakers, that the future will be Robolawyers instead of humans. The reality is that the most powerful AI today, when applied to complex areas like legal, is more reliant on human interaction, not less.
U.S. Supreme Court Will Hear Political Football Section 230 Case — Why This One?
February 01, 2023
The Supreme Court has decided in the context of national security to consider the parameters of, and possible limits to, "Section 230" liability protections for social media companies. The question is why this case? The Supreme Court has decided to accept a case that, while sounding narrow and technical, actually goes to the heart of the way many Internet platforms operate — algorithmic targeted content recommendations.
Legal Tech: The Attorney-Client Privilege Purpose Requirement and E-Discovery
February 01, 2023
On Jan. 9, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument on whether the attorney-client privilege protects against disclosure of dual-purpose communications — where the communications contain both legal and nonlegal advice.
Live Webinar: The Crypto Landscape Post-FTX
February 01, 2023
On Feb. 15 at 4 p.m. ET, Cybersecurity Law & Strategy will present a complimentary live webinar titled "The Crypto Landscape Post-FTX." The presentation will cover the current status and near-future outlook for the blockchain (crypto) sector.
Development
February 01, 2023
Invalid Condition on Special Permit Does Not Invalidate Permit
Landmark Commission's Certificate of Appropriateness Upheld
Area Variances Upheld
Negative Declaration on Zoning Amendment Upheld
BSA Misconstrued Curb Level Provision In Zoning Resolution
How Much Deference to Public Use Determinations?
February 01, 2023
How closely will New York courts scrutinize exercises of the eminent domain power? Until recently, courts have been quite deferential when entities clothed with eminent domain power have determined that private property is necessary for public use. Two recent decisions, however, suggest that there are limits to that deference.
Real Property Law
February 01, 2023
Tax Deed Invalid for Inadequate Notice
Mistaken Description In Foreclosure Action on Neighboring Parcel Does Not Affect Landowner's Parcel
Co-ops and Condominiums
February 01, 2023
Unit Owner Failed to Establish Full Title As Surviving Joint Tenant
Association Denied Summary Judgment In Unit Owner's Claim Of Improper Waiver of Dues
Eminent Domain Law
February 01, 2023
Claimant Not Entitled to Consequential Damages of Lack of Access
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