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French & Casey, LLP Article Featured in Scaffolding Industry Magazine

French Casey — 2010-07-16T12:43:56+01:00

The July 2010 issue of Scaffolding Industry Magazine features an article authored by Douglas Rosenzweig and Joseph French entitled, "Sidewalk Bridges and the General Public, How to Minimize Liability for Trips, Slips and Falls Underneath Sidewalk Bridges." Please contact the firm if you would like a copy of this article.

French & Casey, LLP attends Metropolitan Black Bar Association's Annual Awards Dinner

French Casey — 2010-06-28T00:00:00+01:00

On June 28, 2010, French & Casey, LLP. joined the Metropolitan Black Bar Association in congratulating: Trailblazer Award winner Honorable Eric Holder, Attorney General of the United States; Jurist of the Year Honorable Yvonne Lewis, Supreme Court, Kings County; Lawyer of the Year Lisa E. Davis, Partner, Frankfurt Kurnit Klien & Selz, PC.; and Corporate Counsel of the Year Atiba D. Adams, Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, Pfizer Inc. The esteemed group was honored at the Metropolitan Black Bar Association's Twenty-Sixth Anniversary Awards Diner in Brooklyn New York. The event was attended by associate Bryan F. Tiggs.

French & Casey to Participate in 2010 JP Morgan Corporate Challenge

French Casey — 2010-06-16T00:00:00+01:00

On June 16, 2010, associates and support staff competed in the JP MorganChase Corporate Challenge, "a global celebration of corporate fitness, camaraderie and goal-setting." The challenge consists of a 3.5 mile race through Central Park.

We are proud to report that all participants beat their personal best times from last year, clear evidence of French & Casey's commitment to physical and mental fitness. Congratulations to all participants.

French & Casey to Host "Opening Your Presence" Seminar

French Casey — 2010-06-11T00:00:00+01:00

On June 11th Greta Muller will present a seminar on “Opening Your Presence”. The seminar will focus on maximizing communication skills to deliver the right message. “Opening Your Presence” will help you see yourself more objectively and become more in command of your verbal and non-verbal messages.

Ms. Muller is the President of Team Women, a women’s networking group based in Manhattan. Please contact Susan Romano for additional details.

Liability Defense Blog Goes Live

French Casey — 2010-05-13T13:14:49+01:00

French & Casey is thrilled to launch the Liability Defense Blog which is up and running and can be accessed from our home page. The blog will cover a multitude of legal topics and will be updated at least twice per month. We hope that you will considering subscribing to this blog and sharing the content with your friends, clients and associates.

French & Casey, LLP participates in St. John's Roundtable Program

French Casey — 2010-02-04T10:37:04+01:00

French & Casey, LLP recently participated in the Small to Mid Size Firm Specialty Roundtables program of St. John's University School of Law. The program offered students the opportunity to network with small to mid size firm practitioners and speak informally to the practitioners about their firms' legal setting and practice areas. The program was recognized as a great success with generally heavy student participation and multiple law firms represented.

French & Casey, LLP partner Barry Meade volunteers to judge St. John's Negotiation Competition

French Casey — 2010-01-31T00:00:00+01:00

In support of the Gov. Hugh Carey Dispute Resolution Society at St. John's University School of Law, Barry Meade again volunteered his time as a judge for the law school's fifth semi-annual negotiation competition held on Sunday, January 31, 2010.

The competition provided St. John's law students with practical experience in developing the skills they will need to successfully resolve disputes utilizing negotiation.

French & Casey to speak at Queens Chamber of Commerce

French Casey — 2010-01-26T16:33:20+01:00

On January 29, 2010, Moira Casey, Susan Romano and Rosalyn Maldonado are giving a presentation entitled "Emerging Developments in 2010 for Small Business Owners and Construction Contractors" to the Queens Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit the Queens Chamber of Commerce website at www.queenschamber.org or look us up on facebook.

French & Casey, LLP participates in NY Cares Winter Wishes Program

French Casey — 2009-12-15T14:07:08+01:00

French & Casey, LLP once again participated in the NY Cares Winter Wishes Program. Children throughout Manhattan were the recipients of holiday gifts thanks to the generous support of the firm.

State Tax Day: Multiple Taxes: Governor Signs Amnesty Measure

French Casey — 2009-12-09T10:26:07+01:00

New York Gov. David Paterson signed tax amnesty legislation (Ch. 501 (A.B. 21), Laws 2009, Fourth Special Session) on December 4, 2009, that authorizes the PAID (Penalty and Interest Discount) program. The measure allows the Department of Taxation and Finance to administer an accounts receivable discount program, for certain outstanding tax, fee, or surcharge liabilities, that are or were imposed under the Tax Law and administered by the department.

The program will begin January 15, 2010, for eligible taxpayers, and requires such taxpayers to make all payments by the program's expiration date on March 15, 2010. Under the program, taxpayers are liable for 80% of accrued penalty and interest on unpaid bills that were issued on or before December 31, 2003, or 50% of accrued penalty and interest on unpaid bills that were issued after December 31, 2003, and on or before December 31, 2006. In January 2010, the department will mail letters to taxpayers who qualify for the PAID discounts. As of January 15, 2010, taxpayers will be able to use the department's Web site (http://www.tax.state.ny.us) to participate in the program.

Ch. 501 (A.B. 21), Laws 2009, effective December 4, 2009; Release, New York Department of Taxation and Finance, December 4, 2009.

French & Casey, LLP wins summary judgment on appeal

French Casey — 2009-12-09T10:11:06+01:00

The Second Department reversed the Supreme Court and granted summary judgment in favor French & Casey, LLP's client Rockledge Scaffold Corp. For more information, please see the "Recent Accomplishments" page of our website. http://www.frenchcasey.com/recent-accomplishments.

French & Casey, LLP scores directed verdict

French Casey — 2009-12-09T10:08:24+01:00

French & Casey, LLP won a directed verdict for client, third-party defendant Adco Electrical Corp. For more information, please see "Recent Accomplishments" page of the website. http://www.frenchcasey.com/recent-accomplishments.

French & Casey, LLP welcomes litigation associate Jenna E. Elkind

French Casey — 2009-08-31T00:00:00+01:00

French & Casey, LLP is thrilled to welcome Jenna E. Elkind as our newest litigation associate. Ms. Elkind has extensive experience in the areas of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings, personal injury, commercial, and real estate litigation as well as general contractual disputes. Ms. Elkind received her undergraduate degree in Economics, cum laude from Barnard College and received her J.D. at Boston University School of Law. While at Barnard, Ms. Elkind participated in the New York Fed Challenge Competition hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York where her 5 member team won first place and a $50,000 prize from Moody's Foundation. We have no doubt that she will make a superb addition to the firm. Ms. Elkind can be reached via e-mail at Jelkind@frenchcasey.com

2nd Annual Staten Island Yankee Firm Outing set for Thursday August 13, 2009

French Casey — 2009-08-13T00:00:00+01:00

On August 13, 2009, the partners, associates and support staff will travel to Richmond County Bank Ball Park to watch the Staten Island Yankees take on the Auburn Doubledays. This annual tradition is the most recent in a long line of firm events designed to increase teamwork, camaraderie and synergism which ensures the best possible work product for our clients.

French & Casey, LLP attends SIA Northeast Regional Meeting

French Casey — 2009-06-26T00:00:00+01:00

On June 26, 2009, French & Casey, LLP attended the Scaffold Industry Association ("SIA") Northeast Regional Meeting in Newark, New Jersey.

French & Casey, LLP attends Annual NYWBA Awards Dinner

French Casey — 2009-06-15T07:39:52+01:00

On June 9, 2009, French & Casey, LLP attended the Annual New York Women's Bar Association Awards and Installation Dinner. The event honored the Chief Judge of the State of New York, Hon. Jonathan Lippman, as well as the new president of the NYWBA, Donna M. Praiss. French & Casey, LLP also participated in an auction to benefit the Hon. Betty Weinberg Ellerin Fellowship, which was held prior to the awards dinner.

French & Casey, LLP will participate in the New York JP Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge

French Casey — 2009-06-10T00:00:00+01:00

The JP Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge is "a global celebration of corporate fitness, camaraderie and goal-setting. " The challenge consists of a 3.5 mile race through Central Park.

For more information: http://www.jpmorganchasecc.com/index.php.

French & Casey, LLP Welcomes Tara Bhupathi as a Summer Associate

French Casey — 2009-05-18T14:35:50+01:00

On May 18, 2009, French & Casey, LLP will welcome Tara Bhupathi as our 2009 summer associate. Ms. Bhupathi recently completed her first year at the University of North Carolina School of Law. After Ms. Bhupathi graduated from Georgetown University in 2006, she worked as a litigation paralegal for two years at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Warton & Garrison. Ms. Bhupathi's academic excellence and prior work experience will further enhance our ability to provide the most prompt and cost-effective service to our clients. We look forward to welcoming her to our team.

Construction Safety Week

French Casey — 2009-04-27T16:50:25+01:00

From April 27th to May 1st, 2009, the Department of Buildings has scheduled an exciting week of events and discussions related to Construction Safety. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, see: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dob/html/news/cons_safety_week_2009.shtml.

Malingering and Misperception in Traumatic Brain Litigation

French Casey — 2009-04-01T00:00:00+01:00

On April 1, 2009, Dr. Jeffrey A. Brown will be appearing at the offices of French & Casey, LLP in order to present a talk entitled “Malingering and Misperception in Traumatic Brain Litigation.” Insurance professionals and clients interested in attending this discussion should contact Joseph French.

National Association of Railroad Trial Lawyers, Special Litigation Conference XIX

French Casey — 2009-01-22T00:00:00+01:00

Mr. Douglas Rosenzweig was an attendee and featured speaker at the NARTC’s Special Litigation Conference XIX in Vail, Colorado which took place from January 22nd through 24th 2009. Mr. Rosenzweig’s presentation was entitled Potential Liability from Falling Trees; How to Protect a Railroad’s Interest in a Cost-Effective Manner. For further information regarding this presentation, please contact Douglas Rosenzweig.

French & Casey, LLP participates in 20th Annual “New York Cares Winter Wishes for Kids”

French Casey — 2009-01-02T00:00:00+01:00

During the 2008 holiday season, French & Casey, LLP, participated in the 20th Annual “New York Cares Winter Wishes for Kids,” a program dedicated to fulfilling the winter holiday wishes of children and families living in shelters throughout the New York metropolitan area. French & Casey, LLP was proud to participate this year, assisting the program with answering a record-breaking 32,000 holiday wishes for children, teens, and families.