#legal-representation

#legal-representation

Nick Reiner, who's charged with the murder of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, was previously under a yearlong conservatorship in 2020, according to the New York Times. Licensed fiduciary Steven Baer, who was appointed as the conservator for Nick, said to the Times that mental illness "is an epidemic that is widely misunderstood, and this is a horrible tragedy."

Economic damages compensate for the financial losses you've incurred as a result of your injury. These include current and future medical expenses, such as hospital bills, rehabilitation costs, surgery, and prescription medications. Additionally, economic damages cover lost wages if you were unable to work due to the injury, as well as reduced earning capacity if your injury has impacted your ability to work in the future. Property damage, such as vehicle repairs in a car accident, can also be included in this category.

Real estate data company Crexi has brought on celebrity lawyer Alex Spiro - known for defending billionaires, rappers, and professional athletes - in its scrap with CoStar Group. According to court filings on Wednesday, Spiro will now defend Crexi in its legal battle with the real estate data giant. The $3,000-an-hour lawyer has represented clients like Elon Musk, Jay-Z, and Megan Thee Stallion, and has also worked for a variety of businesses in disputes with short-sellers, rivals, and regulators.

His attorney, Richard Ceballos, filed a motion Nov. 24 asking to continue the hearing to Jan. 28, citing "a breakdown in the attorney-client relationship." "The reason for the continuance is that Mr. Huffaker has advised me that he no longer wants me to represent him and has taken affirmative steps to obtain new counsel for his sentencing hearing," Ceballos wrote. "Furthermore, Mr. Huffaker has expressly directed me not to file any sentencing memorandum on his behalf until he has secured new counsel."

As evictions climb to pre-pandemic levels, most New Yorkers facing eviction may not be getting the legal representation they are entitled to, according to a new report from the New York City Independent Budget Office. The report, released Thursday, highlights ongoing challenges with the city's Right to Counsel program, which promises free legal counsel to low-income tenants facing eviction. But the report finds that only a fraction-30 percent-of eligible tenants got full legal representation under the program last year.

Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, leaving victims injured, overwhelmed, and unsure of their rights. Whether it's a car crash, slip and fall, or workplace incident, the aftermath can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. During this stressful time, many people hesitate about seeking legal assistance. However, hiring a personal injury lawyer can make a decisive difference in how your claim is handled and the compensation you ultimately receive.

"If you’ve ever received a legal notice like a Cease and Desist, you know that the 'oh shit' moment doesn’t happen once you actually read the letter; it happens the second you open it and realize a lawyer is mad at you."

A couple appearing in eviction court faced a judge without legal representation, only an interpreter, as the landlord’s attorney communicated via phone. The judge denied their request to return home.

Attorney James McManis successfully argued that District Attorney Jeff Rosen's motion to reduce Richard Farley's death sentence should be rejected, emphasizing legal arguments ignored by Rosen.

He is anxious to get through with this process and move on to the next stage.

Michael D. Bonanno, the chair of Quinn Emanuel's antitrust practice, has a history of representing NAR in major antitrust cases, showcasing his expertise in the field.

Microsoft's shift from Simpson Thacher to Jenner & Block reflects a growing trend among general counsels choosing firms that resist capitulating to political pressures.