Legal Alerts
Ryan Maxwell Quoted in P&C Article
For a recent Inside P&C article, Hurwitz & Fine Attorney Ryan Maxwell provided insight into the current appellate landscape confronted by insurance carriers and policyholders alike in ongoing COVID-19 business interruption litigation.
Joseph Brown Featured in Buffalo Business First Article on Mental Health in the Workplace
Labor and Employment Member Joseph S. Brown, Esq. was featured in an interview with Buffalo Business First for his input on various labor employment law scenarios related to mental health in the workplace.
Jody E. Briandi Featured as a Woman of Influence by Business First
Hurwitz & Fine President/Managing Partner Jody E. Briandi was honored as a 2021 Woman of Influence by Buffalo Business First in the Corporate Executive category.
Telework as a Reasonable Accommodation During COVID: EEOC Takes a Stance
Determining whether to grant a particular accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) can be a tricky area for employers to navigate. Adding COVID-19 considerations to the discussion has complicated matters even further. Labor and employment attorney Katherine L. Wood examines a recent lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) that should be taken into consideration when analyzing whether to grant or deny telework accommodations.
Hurwitz & Fine, P.C. Announces Participation in National Midsize Mansfield Rule Certification to Expand Law Firm Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The law firm is the only Western New York law firm to participate in the national certification process.
Child Victims Act FAQs
Anastasia M. McCarthy, attorney in Hurwitz & Fine's Child Victims Act practice group, answers questions recently received in regards to the close of the Look-Back Window and the next steps in CVA cases.
Lee Siegel Featured in Law360 Article on the Demand for Insurance Attorneys
Insurance Litigator Lee S. Siegel was featured in a Law360 article, "Pandemic, Cyberattacks Fuel Demand for Insurance Attys," on his take on the recent demand for insurance attorneys.
President Biden Proposes New Federal Rule to Require Businesses with 100+ Employees to Mandate Vaccinations
On September 9, 2021, the White House issued Path Out of the Pandemic: President Biden’s COVID-19 Action Plan. The Plan sets forth a six-pronged approach aimed at reducing “the number of unvaccinated Americans by using regulatory powers and other actions to substantially increase the number of Americans covered by vaccination requirements.” Attorney Joseph Brown discusses how this plan may affect employers in the coming weeks.
HERO ACT UPDATE: What New York Employers Need to Know About Implementing Their Workplace Safety Plans
Labor & Employment attorney Joseph S. Brown offers insight on what New York employers need to know about implementing their workplace safety plans.
Hurwitz & Fine Corporate Paralegal Appointed to the Daemen College Paralegal Studies Advisory Committee
Hurwitz & Fine Corporate Paralegal Janet Beamer has been appointed to the Daemen College Paralegal Studies Advisory Committee.
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Amend the Open Meetings Law
News for those who serve on the boards of municipalities, IDAs, public authorities and other public entities: Governor Hochul has signed legislation to amend the Open Meetings Law, which authorizes board meetings to be conducted remotely.
Take Labor Law § 200 Seriously… Seriously
Labor Law § 200 isn’t flashy, it doesn’t rely on an archaic set of regulations that hasn’t been updated in years, it’s simple and straightforward, yet it repeatedly trips up attorneys who aren’t paying it the respect it deserves. Labor Law § 200 matters, and in this article, we tell you why it matters and what needs to be considered when defending a claim under this statute.
Hurwitz & Fine Recognized as a Buffalo Business First Healthiest Employers Finalist
Hurwitz & Fine has been honored as a finalist in the small company category (10 - 100 employees) for Buffalo Business First's 2021 Healthiest Employers.
Edward C. Robinson Featured in The Daily Record's Power 20 Trusts & Estates List
Hurwitz & Fine Attorney Edward C. Robinson was recognized by The Daily Record as a "Power 20" Trusts & Estates Attorney.
Ann E. Evanko Named Best Lawyers® 2022 Mediation “Lawyer of the Year” in Buffalo
28 Attorneys Named to 2021 Upstate New York Super Lawyers List
28 attorneys from Hurwitz & Fine, P.C. have been selected to the 2021 Upstate New York Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.
21 Hurwitz & Fine Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
Mondaq: "The Age-Old Argument Of Who Qualifies As An Independent Contractor"
Hurwitz & Fine Labor and Employement Chair Ann E. Evanko and Law Clerk Evan Gestwick were recently published in Mondaq, a syndication platform that provides content and insights from professional service firms.
Dan Kohane Featured Speaker at 2021 ADTA Annual Meeting
Insurance Coverage attorney Dan D. Kohane was featured as a speaker while attending the 80th Association of Defense Trial Attorneys (ADTA) annual meeting in Ashville, North Carolina on August 12, 2021. He spoke on his experiences as a first-generation American and how the rule of law affected his family and continues to affect millions every day.
Jody E. Briandi Included in Buffalo Business First’s 2021 Power 200 Women
Firm President and Managing Member Jody E. Briandi was recently chosen for the #71 spot in Buffalo Business First’s 2021 Power 200 Women.