The hundred-year-old proposed Equal Rights Amendment has never been adopted on a Federal level, but New Yorkers have an opportunity this fall to amend the State Constitution with an expanded version of the ERA. Three members of the Women in the Law Section of the New York State Bar Association – Frettra DeSilva, Laura Sulem and Morghan Richardson, …

Cybersecurity lawyer Annmarie Giblin joins Rich to talk about best practices businesses interacting with customers’ personal data, cyber insurance, cyber negligence, and how AI will change everything yet again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rich is joined by Adrienne Koch and Vince Chang – the new and prior Presidents of the New York County Lawyers Association – to discuss NYCLA and some of the current issues being advocated by the organization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ed Sheeran scored a complete victory in the copyright trial over allegations that he plagiarized a Marvin Gaye song. Legal Commentator Terri Austin, who attended and covered the trial, joins Rich Schoenstein with a report of the proceedings, a discussion of the issues, and analysis of what it all means for the rights of musicians going forward. Hos…

The host of the Pretty Lies & Alibis podcast, GiGi McKelvey, joins the host of this podcast, Rich Schoenstein, to talk about the True Crime genre, the Alex Murdaugh and Lori Vallow Daybell cases, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is a wave of defamation lawsuits brought by high-profile athletes. What’s up with that? Sports lawyer and podcaster Dan Lust joins Rich Schoenstein to discuss such matters in football, baseball, basketball, and golf, along with legal requirements and strategic considerations that arise in such matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

Last week the New York State Senate Judiciary Committee voted to reject the nomination of Judge Hector LaSalle to serve as Chief Judge on the New York State Court of Appeals. New York State Senator Luis Sepúlveda believes the nomination should be advanced. He joins host Rich Schoenstein to discuss the status of the nomination, the candidate, the pr…

The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a broad rule essentially banning noncompete agreements. Can they do that? Should they? And what would be the implications? Host Rich Schoenstein is joined by employment lawyer and restrictive covenant guru David Kleinmann to break down the proposal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

Criminal Defense Lawyer and Legal Analyst Joshua Ritter joins Host Rich Schoenstein to talk about why some courts permit cameras in the courtroom and some don’t, the pros and cons of such assess, and the trends moving forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legal Analyst Marie Pereira joins Rich Schoenstein to discuss the verdicts rendered last week in the trial of defamation claims against Alex Jones in Connecticut, and the trial of the convicted murderer responsible for the massacre at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

The new season starts off with a discussion of the pending dispute between Elon Musk and Twitter, scheduled to go to trial this month. White Collar and Government Investigations Partner Robert Heim returns to the Podcast to talk over the issues with Host Rich Schoenstein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

The $45.2 million punitive damage award against Alex Jones may be severely curtailed by a Texas statute capping such damages. A $5 million punitive damage award against Amber Heard was reduced by applicable Virginia law to $350,000. Where do these caps come from, how do they work, are they fair to the parties and the juries, and are they constituti…

Divorce and Family Lawyer Morghan Richardson joins Rich Schoenstein to talk about current trends including joint custody arrangements, pre-nuptial agreements covering pets, and the increasing use of mediation to resolve divorce disputes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Healthcare lawyer Steve Polyakov returns to Law Brief to talk to Host Rich Schoenstein about recent technology trends in healthcare, including telehealth, urgent care and pharmacy practices, and how those trends intersect with the law. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The jury is in! Host Rich Schoenstein breaks down the verdict in the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard trial, the possibility of appeal, its broader implications for the #MeToo Movement, the reactions of the public and the parties since the trial ended, and why, even now, it makes sense for all involved to settle the case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…

As the defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard takes a one week break before resuming, Rich Schoenstein is joined by Legal Analyst Dr. Tracy A. Pearson to discuss the status of the case, the relative credibility of the litigants thus far, what to expect and what it all might mean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

Host Rich Schoenstein is joined by sports and gaming lawyer Daniel Wallach to survey the various legal issues currently surrounding the NFL and the League’s defensive scheme in regards to such matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Judge Gail Prudenti, Dean of the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University, joins host Rich Schoenstein, himself an alum and incoming member of the Hofstra Law Hall of Fame, to discuss the Law School’s 50-year history and plans for the future, as well as the current condition of the New York State Courts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…

Rich Schoenstein and his litigation colleague Jonathan Temchin discuss arbitration, when and why it might be used as an alternative to litigation, and how it differs from being in court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Intellectual Property Partner Mark Rosenberg joins Rich Schoenstein to talk about secondary sales of products on the internet, including the Amazon Marketplace, and how the original seller can protect themselves from such activities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Rich Schoenstein is joined by litigator Joel Rosner to talk about the trial of Sarah Palin's defamation case against the New York Times, which is scheduled to start this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Rich Schoenstein is joined again by Co-Heads of the White Collar Practice Group, Michael Grudberg and Robert Heim, to discuss the verdict in the trial of Elizabeth Holmes concerning her now-defunct health technology company, Theranos. They dissect the verdict, review her decision to testify in her defense, discuss the possible sentence and fur…

Fellow litigator Rich Lomuscio joins host Rich Schoenstein to talk about jury trials, how juries are selected and the implications of some recent high-profile jury trials. You've been summoned ... to listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bob Wolf and Alex Tiktin from the Bankruptcy and Corporate Restructuring Group join Rich Schoenstein to discuss the current status of the COVID-19 foreclosure and eviction moratorium as we approach the New Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rich Schoenstein is joined by Co-Heads of the White Collar Practice Group, Michael Grudberg and Robert Heim, to discuss the on-going trial of Elizabeth Holmes concerning her now-defunct health technology company, Theranos, looking at the themes of the prosecution and the defense, the issues raised and the possible outcomes. Hosted on Acast. See aca…

Steve Polyakov, the Chair of the Healthcare and Pharmacy Law Practice, joins Rich Schoenstein to discuss the extent to which non-physicians can be involved in financing and/or servicing medical practices, including the use of management service organizations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

David Pfeffer, the Chair of the Construction Practice, joins Rich Schoenstein to discuss the legal implications of building collapses, such as the recent catastrophe in Surfside, Florida, and more common partial collapses, as well as the possibility of bridge collapses and the like in the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…

Trusts & Estates lawyer Alexis Gruttadauria joins Rich Schoenstein to discuss recent changes in the New York State forms to grant Power of Attorney, what those powers are (and are not) and whether you need to amend the forms you might already have. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Rich Schoenstein is joined by Ian Rosenberg, author of “The Fight for Free Speech,” to discuss the book, common misperceptions about the First Amendment, and implications for modern day speech on social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Corporate Partner Alan Gaynor joins Rich Schoenstein to talk about business divorces for closely-held corporations, how the courts typically approach such matters, and how they can best be accomplished and resolved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roxanne Levine joins Rich Schoenstein to discuss the new administration’s approach to U.S. immigration policy and potential sweeping changes in the immigration laws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Intellectual Property partner Mark Rosenberg returns to chat with Rich Schoenstein and update us on his experience with the neutral patent evaluation process being offered by Amazon to resolve utility patent disputes involving its sellers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rich Schoenstein is joined by Hon. Norman St. George, the Chief Administrative Judge for Nassau County, to discuss the miraculous transition of the New York State Courts to virtual proceedings, the Virtual Bench Trial Protocols and Procedures adopted by the Unified Court System (http://www.nycourts.gov/whatsnew/pdf/VirtualBenchTrial-Protocols-21120…

David Pfeffer, the Chair of the Construction Practice, joins Rich Schoenstein to discuss the status and the future of office design and construction in New York City given the impact of the Covid19 Pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rich Schoenstein is joined by Litigation Partner Debra Bodian Bernstein to discuss the current status of commercial lease obligations in light of the continuing Covid19 pandemic, and how non-payment of rent might be approached in negotiation or litigation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Pat Kilduff joins Rich Schoenstein for a discussion of Pat’s unique legal practice focusing on the outdoor advertising industry and the compliance and administrative law issues in that industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eric Zipkowitz joins Rich Schoenstein to share lessons Eric has learned in his seven years of running a substantial legal practice from his home, in a discussion about taking care of business and taking care of yourself as working remotely continues into the New Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Real Estate and Construction lawyer Sean Scuderi joins Rich Schoenstein to break down recent developments concerning the ability to file mechanics liens for services performed prior to the commencement of actual construction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eli Rudolph and Rich Schoenstein follow up on an earlier episode to update the status of the PPP loan program and survey the process through which businesses can determine whether those loans will be forgiven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rich Schoenstein is joined by Trusts & Estates lawyer Alexis Gruttadauria to discuss the legal disposition of assets in the absence of an estate plan and how such a plan can protect surviving family members, even where the assets at issue are relatively modest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Intellectual Property partner Mark Rosenberg visits with Rich Schoenstein to discuss the legal implications of the still increasing use of video marketing for commercial purposes online and on social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Labor and Employment Partner Tara Carolan joins Rich Schoenstein to talk about the tough task of bringing back employees to the office while the Covid-19 Pandemic continues, surveying both the rights of the employees and the duties of the employers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Amy Goldsmith and special guest Brian Califano talk to Rich Schoenstein about the implications of the recently adopted SHIELD Act and other considerations for the on-line security of businesses and workers who are operating remotely. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trusts & Estates Partner Robert Freedman talks to Rich Schoenstein about the issues and challenges of making long term plans for special needs children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A discussion about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on urban living and design issues impacting residential real estate in large cities, with Laurie Stanziale from TKD’s Real Estate and Construction practice, Michael Goldblum and John Field from Building Studio Architects, and podcast host Rich Schoenstein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

Rich Schoenstein talks with Eli Rudolph and Simon Malinowski about financial relief available under the CARES Act, including PPP and EIDL loans, the eligibility guidelines, the ongoing requirements for companies who receive them, and forbearance guidance that is still awaited. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Rich Schoenstein and Rachel Lin talk about the circumstances under which a patent might be obtained for products containing or based on natural ingredients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rich Schoenstein and Scott Markowitz, Co-Chair of the Bankruptcy and Corporate Restructuring Group - talk about the underpinnings of U.S. Bankruptcy law, the distinction between liquidation and reorganization, recent developments in the areas of student loans and small business reorganization, and how and why the system can be justified. A bankrupt…

Immigration partner Roxanne Levine and Rich Schoenstein chat about the new filing process for H-1B visas – which provide a nonimmigrant temporary visa category for certain foreign nationals that will be working in the United States – how the process has changed and the new preregistration period coming up in March. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…

Rich Schoenstein and International/Retail partner Gina Piazza talk about gift cards, whether and when they expire, the related obligations of retailers and how unused balances might constitute “abandoned property” that must be turned over to the state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…