“Federal Practice 301: A Seminar on Dispositive Motions”

 

Please join the NDNY FCBA for a CLE Program in Albany on Wednesday, June 5, 2013. This program is recommended for experienced attorneys only. Federal Practice 301:  A Seminar on Dispositive Motions” Presenters of this program will be: Robyn Hoffman, Esq. Law Clerk to Hon. Randolph F. Treece Magistrate Judge Northern District of New York Michael Langan, Esq. Law Clerk to Hon. Glenn T. Suddaby U.S. District Court Judge Northern District of New York When: Wednesday, June 5, 2013 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Where: James T. Foley U.S. Courthouse Jury Assembly Room, 1st Floor 445 Broadway Albany, New York Credits: This program has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for 3.0 credits towards the Skills Requirement Register CLE Notice The Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar Association has been certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board as an Accredited Provider of continuing legal education in the State of New York. This program is appropriate for experienced attorneys. This program is not appropriate for newly admitted attorneys. This is a single program.  No partial credit will be awarded. This  program is complimentary to all Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar Association Members.  Click on the link below to join.  The CLE program materials will be posted to our website.  As a member you may access all historic CLE materials for the NDNY FCBA CLE programs at: http://www.ndnyfcba.org If you have any questions you would like to submit prior to the program please submit them in advance to: Questions Thank you for your interest in the NDNY FCBA.  We look forward to seeing you at this upcoming CLE program. Sincerely, Melissa Withers NDNY Federal Court Bar Association, Inc. mmwithers@ndnyfcba.org 315-422-2799 When Wednesday June 5, 2013 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT Add to Calendar Where James T. Foley U.S. Courthouse 445 Broadway Jury Assembly Room, 1st Floor Albany, NY 12207 Driving Directions

Filing a Sandy-related Consumer Complaint in New York | Eric T. Schneiderman, NYS AG

After receiving hundreds of complaints from New York consumers about increased costs for gas, food, water and other essential goods and services, the NYS AG’s office is investigating post-Hurricane Sandy price gouging. They are doing everything they can to stop unscrupulous individuals from taking advantage of New Yorkers trying to rebuild their lives after the storm.

If you believe you are a victim of price gouging, please call the office at 800-771-7755 or visit the website to file a complaint.

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Important SDNY Notice: Extension of Deadlines in Criminal Cases

IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK:

 

WHEREAS, Hurricane Sandy has caused extraordinary damage and disruption in the New York City metropolitan area, including, but not limited to, widespread power and utility outages in New York City, extensive transportation problems created by closure of the New York City mass transportation systems, dislocation of New York City residents, and other related delays such as the inaccessibility of the United States Courthouse in Manhattan,

 

WHEREAS, it is currently unclear when the United States Courthouse in Manhattan will again be accessible,

 

WHEREAS, current transportation restrictions render it difficult and in some cases impossible for individuals to travel to the Courthouse,

 

IT IS ORDERED, pursuant to Fed. R. Crim. P. 45(a) (3) and (b) (l), that all deadlines in any pending criminal cases that would otherwise expire under the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure or any statute, rule, or order are extended until Monday, November 5, 2012, or until such time as specified in a further order of the Court.

 

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED, pursuant to Fed. R. Crim. P. 45 (a) (3) and (b) (1) and Section 3161 (h) (7) (A) of Title 18, United States Code, that all deadlines in any pending criminal cases requiring action by a grand jury are further extended until November 12, 2012, or until such time as specified in a further order of the Court, and that the ends of justice served by granting this continuance outweigh the interests of the public and any criminal defendant in a speedy trial.

 

SO ORDERED.

Dated: October 29, 2012

 

HONORABLE LORETTA A. PRESKA , CHIEF UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE

 

 

 

 
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New York Courts-Sandy Closings

For information on Downstate Court Closings follow this link: http://www.courts.state.ny.us/court-closings.shtml Or Call: 1-800-268-7869

Hurricane Sandy: Customer Assistance Available for Westlaw

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE October 31, 2012 To our customers impacted by Hurricane Sandy: We understand that the full extent of the damage will not be fully understood for days, but we want you to know we are here to help. Thomson Reuters is committed to helping customers affected by Hurricane Sandy restore their practices and businesses as soon as possible. To assist in the rebuilding effort, we’ve set up a dedicated hotline. If you have been displaced by the disaster, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-554-8909, ext. 43356, to let us know that you’re safe and what your needs are. When you’re ready to get back on your feet, we’re ready to help. Thomson Reuters is committed and proud to stand with you throughout your process of recovery and rebuilding. Very best wishes, Bob Azman Senior Vice President, Customer Experience & Education Thomson Reuters

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Meeting of the House of Delegates Webcast Live from The Otesaga Hotel in Cooperstown Saturday, June 23, 2012

Watch the NYSBA House of Delegates in action on Saturday, June 23 beginning at 8:30 a.m. by clickingwww.nysba.org/HODwebcast and choosing the June meeting from the left-hand menu.
As an exciting accompaniment to the live webcast, NYSBA Secretary David P. Miranda will be tweeting live from the House meeting. If you wish to follow NYSBA’s live tweets go www.twitter.com/nysba and follow NYSBA. You will need to register for a Twitter account if you do not already have one. To be part of the conversation use the hashtag #JuneHOD (hashtags serve to keep all tweets about a specific topic together as one thread). Remember to mention @NYSBA as you retweet and discuss this event!

Included in the webcast will be the installation of Seymour W. James, Jr. as President and the presentation of the Root/Stimson Award.

Live Webcast: NYSBA House of Delegates

Meeting of the House of Delegates
Webcast Live from The Bar Center in Albany

Saturday, November 5, 2011 

Watch the NYSBA House of Delegates in action on Saturday, November 5 beginning at 9:30 a.m. by clickingwww.nysba.org/HODwebcast and choosing the November meeting from the left-hand menu.

As an exciting accompaniment to the live webcast, NYSBA Secretary David P. Miranda will be tweeting live from the House meeting. If you wish to follow NYSBA’s live tweets go www.twitter.com/nysba and follow NYSBA. You will need to register for a Twitter account if you do not already have one. To be part of the conversation use the hashtag #NovemberHOD (hashtags serve to keep all tweets about a specific topic together as one thread). Remember to mention @NYSBA as you retweet and discuss this event!

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NYSERDA: Agriculture Disaster Program

PON 2422 Agriculture Disaster Program

 

Description

The Agriculture Disaster Program is available to assist farms and on-farm producers in New York State damaged by Hurricane Irene and/or Tropical Storm Lee. Many New York State farms sustained significant damage by the recent storms and existing aid is primarily focused on crops and soil conservation. Under this program, $4,175,000 is available to provide financial assistance toward projects replacing and installing a farm’s electric and natural gas distribution and use equipment and systems damaged during the storms in non-residential facilities.

Covered equipment includes pumps, compressors, lighting, HVAC, chillers, refrigeration, commercial washers and some natural gas (limited to 10% of total). Farm residences are not covered.

The funds will be dispensed on a first come first served basis.  Limit is $100,000 per farm. The details are covered in the attached NYSERDA program description .

 

 

• Summary  [PDF]
• Attachment A - Application [PDF]
• Attachment B - Terms and Conditions [PDF]

 

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Judges in New York to Get Raise of 27 Percent – NYTimes.com

A state commission decided on Friday to increase the pay of the more than 1,200 New York State judges by 27 percent over three years, ending a decade of battles in Albany and the courts, and giving judges their first raise in 12 years.

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The three commission members appointed by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomowere joined in voting for the proposal by the appointee of the Assembly speaker, Sheldon Silver, who, like the governor, is a Democrat. The two appointees of the state’s chief judge, Jonathan Lippman, opposed it as inadequate, as did the appointee of the leader of the State Senate, Dean G. Skelos, a Republican.

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The raises will go into effect next spring unless they are overruled or modified by legislation passed by both houses of the Legislature and signed by the governor.

Read entire NY TIMES report here (requires registration)

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Hurricane Irene – Resources & Links | Justia Law, Technology & Legal Marketing Blog

For Complete Listing for all Affected Areas on East Coast-Justia

For our area:

Federal Resources

Hurricane Resource Center- from FEMA

• FEMA on Facebook
• FEMA on Twitter

The National Flood Insurance Program

• National Flood Insurance Program Insurance Agent Locator - from Floodsmart.gov
• National Flood Insurance Program Laws & Regulations
  • 42 USC Chapter 50 National Flood Insurance
  • 44 CFR Chapter 1 Emergency Management and Assistance
• FEMA Flood Insurance Library

Ready.gov – Resources and steps to take to protect yourself, your family and property.

NOAA - National Hurricane Center

U.S. Coast Guard

 

State Resources

Connecticut

Connecticut Office of Emergency Management
(860) 256-0800
www.ct.gov/demhs/

• Connecticut Office of Emergency Management on Twitter
• Connecticut Office of Emergency Management on Facebook

Connecticut Insurance Department

• Connecticut Insurance Laws & Regulations
• Connecticut Insurance Department Notice Concerning Hurricane IRENE and the Use of Hurricane Deductibles 

New Jersey

New Jersey Office of Emergency Management
(609) 538-6050 Monday-Friday
(609) 584-5000
www.ready.nj.gov

• New Jersey Office of Emergency Management on Facebook

New Jersey Department of Banking & Insurance

• New Jersey Department of Banking & Insurance - Notice Regarding Flood Damage
• New Jersey Department of Banking & Insurance - Rules, Orders, Bulletins, and Notices

New York

New York State Emergency Management Office
(518) 292-2275
www.semo.state.ny.us/

• New York State Emergency Management Office - Laws and Regulations

New York State Insurance Department

• New York State Insurance Department Homeowners Insurance Resource Center -What To Do After a Loss
• New York State Insurance Department Homeowners Insurance Disclosure Information and Other Notices – Regulation 159 (pdf)
• New York State Insurance Department - Windstorm Deductibles (pdf)
• New York State Insurance Department - Laws & Regulations

Other Resources

American Red Cross

Disaster Planning for Pets
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