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Partner Rebecca Devlin Obtains Summary Judgment and Dismissal of Wrongful Death Claim

October 28, 2020

LJAA Partner Rebecca Devlin obtained summary dismissal of a wrongful death action brought against a motorist on behalf of a pedestrian who passed away due to the injuries he sustained in the accident. The wrongful death action was commenced by the deceased pedestrian’s spouse just after the passage of the statute of limitations. The plaintiff […]

Attorneys Amy E. Bedell and Michael Clancy Obtain Summary Judgment on Behalf of Out-of-Possession Landlord

October 22, 2020

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Partner Amy E. Bedell and Senior Counsel Michael Clancy obtained summary dismissal of a case alleging negligence and wrongful death arising out of the shooting death of plaintiff’s decedent following an incident occurring at the premises owned by a defendant landlord. Michael and Amy successfully argued that the defendant landlord retained no control over the […]

16 Lewis Johs Attorneys Named 2020 New York Super Lawyers

September 29, 2020

Accomplishments

Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP is proud to announce that Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers has recognized 16 attorneys from the firm on the New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists for 2020. The Super Lawyers selection process includes independent research, peer recognition and professional achievement. Each year, only five percent of attorneys in the New York metro area are […]

Christine Brunquell Selected as One of Long Island Business News’ 2020 “Who’s Who: Women in Professional Services

September 23, 2020

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Lewis Johs is proud to announce that Administrator of Human Resources, Christine Brunquell has been selected as one of Long Island Business News’ 2020 “Who’s Who: Women in Professional Services.” This special edition celebrates Long Island’s influential businesswomen whose dedication and commitment to their company and to those they serve remain at the forefront of […]

Shana Slawitsky and Greg Mondelli Obtain Summary Judgment on Behalf of Premises Owner

August 5, 2020

News

Shana Slawitsky and Greg Mondelli obtained a dismissal on behalf of their clients in a Nassau County premises liability action. The allegation was that plaintiff slipped and fell upon ice. Shana and Greg filed a motion for summary judgment and argued the defendants were entitled to a dismissal based upon the New York State doctrine […]

Partner Jason Katz Interviewed on HTOA Radio Podcast

June 17, 2020

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Partner Jason Katz was recently interviewed by Hilary Topper, for the Hillary Topper on Air (HTOA) radio podcast to discuss his recent blog entitled “On the Road Again, No Good Deed Goes Unpunished.” As New York’s re-opening progresses, Jason offers an important warning to all drivers, regardless of their level of experience. Inasmuch as people […]

Frederick C. Johs Featured in Primerus Video and Article

June 12, 2020

News

Co-Founding partner Fred Johs was selected to be the first guest speaker on Primerus’ weekly video series. Fred’s presentation acknowledges Jack Buchanan, President of Primerus, for his hard work in creating an international organization that connects great lawyers together. He shares insight of his own experience not only developing working relationships but forging good friendships. […]

Partner Tom Dargan Serves as a Panelist on a National Motorcoach Bus Webinar Regarding COVID-19 Implications

June 8, 2020

News

On June 4, 2020, Partner Tom Dargan served as a legal panelist for a national webinar organized by IMG (“International Motorcoach Group”) entitled “IMG COVID-19 Webinar – Insurance and Legal Consideration for Employees and Guests.” The panel discussed seven (7) major points regarding liability and worker’s compensation considerations as the industry emerges from various shut […]

Partners Tom Dargan and Jeff Pincus Lecture at the Annual Primerus Transportation Law Seminar

February 25, 2020

News

On February 21, 2020, Partners Tom Dargan and Jeff Pincus had the pleasure of speaking at the Annual Primerus Transportation Law Seminar. The national event was held at the Kimpton Hotel Palomar located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona. Tom and Jeff gave a presentation on “Nuclear Verdicts: What They Are, How to Spot Them, and How […]

Joseph Charchalis Successfully Obtains Summary Judgment

January 9, 2020

News

Joseph Charchalis was successful in obtaining summary judgment for a snow removal contractor in Supreme Court, Upstate New York County. The plaintiff was injured when she fell on “black ice” walking back to her car from inside a mall. The Court agreed with Joseph’s arguments that the snow removal contractor did not owe the plaintiff […]

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Partner Rebecca Devlin Obtains Summary Judgment and Dismissal of Wrongful Death Claim

Attorneys Amy E. Bedell and Michael Clancy Obtain Summary Judgment on Behalf of Out-of-Possession Landlord

16 Lewis Johs Attorneys Named 2020 New York Super Lawyers

Christine Brunquell Selected as One of Long Island Business News’ 2020 “Who’s Who: Women in Professional Services

Shana Slawitsky and Greg Mondelli Obtain Summary Judgment on Behalf of Premises Owner

Partner Jason Katz Interviewed on HTOA Radio Podcast

Frederick C. Johs Featured in Primerus Video and Article

Partner Tom Dargan Serves as a Panelist on a National Motorcoach Bus Webinar Regarding COVID-19 Implications

Partners Tom Dargan and Jeff Pincus Lecture at the Annual Primerus Transportation Law Seminar

Joseph Charchalis Successfully Obtains Summary Judgment