Legal Alerts

Hurwitz Fine President/Managing Partner Jody Briandi has been ranked #39 on Buffalo Business First’s 2025 Power 200 Women list, recognizing the most influential and accomplished women driving economic, social, and cultural progress across Western New York.

The Seneca Nation of Indians annually celebrates July 4th as its Sovereignty Day, commemorating its ongoing sovereign status within New York’s borders. Long before the Canadians separated from Great Britain or the Mexicans from Spain, the Senecas—and the Hauenosaunee Confederacy to which they belonged—forged their own path attempting peaceful coexistence.

Governor Hochul vetoed the Grieving Families Act because the Legislature failed to examine the costs.  Will bills expanding the rights of sexual and correctional violence survivors face the same fate? 

A “revised” version of the Grieving Families Act was just passed by the New York Legislature, legislation that would completely overhaul wrongful death claims by permitting recovery for emotional damages and expanding the class of persons who can seek recovery for fatality. Governor Hochul vetoed the last three versions of this legislation, including the last version in December 2024.

Hurwitz Fine P.C. is proud to announce the promotion of Eric D. Andrew, Patrice C.S. Melville, and Ashley M. Cuneo to Members of the firm. This milestone is a testament to their outstanding legal skills, dedication to excellence, and consistent client-focused service.

Hurwitz Fine P.C. is proud to announce the appointment of V. Christopher Potenza and David R. Adams as Co-Chairs of the firm’s General Litigation Department. This leadership appointment recognizes their extensive litigation experience, longstanding dedication to client service, and strategic vision for the continued growth of the firm.