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The article discusses the factors affecting the compensation claims filed by employees in the U.S. for work-related injuries. According to Lewis & Lewis PC attorney Peter Eisenhauer, the changes in the compensation laws make people realize the need to get an attorney. Attorney Jack Stiefel adds that the increase in the compensation system fraud is linked to the economic deterioration. It also mentions the additional changes to the rules by the New York Workers' Compensation Board.

The article announces awards given to several lawyers from the Bar Association of Erie County, New York in 2009 including the Lawyer of the Year Award to David Jay, the Outstanding Jurist Award to Joseph Mintz, and the Charles H. Dougherty Civility Award to Richard Blewett.

The article focuses on the protection of intellectual property (IP) and the unmanageable cases of patent infringement in New York. Topics include the increasing number of filings by non-practicing entities (NPEs), the strategies employed by NPEs, and the statement of Robert Lane, partner in Hodgson Russ LLP, regarding the vulnerability of small and medium-sized companies to patent trolls. INSET: The patent troll king.

The article presents several legal sector stories featured in the "Buffalo Law Journal" from July to December 2013. Topics discussed include the poultry farm of attorney Ginger Schröder in Cattaraugus County, New York, the bar examination, and the Business First 40 Under 40 class of 2013. Also mentioned are the decline of bankruptcy filings in Buffalo, New York, the establishment of law firm Bennett Arcuri Schecter & Will, and association of Judge Salvatore Martoche with Hodgson Russ LLP.

The article offers information on the stories featured in the "Buffalo Law Journal" from January to June 2013. It says that in January, law firm Jack W. Hunt & Associates invested in iPads system for court reporters managing deposition. It mentions that Stephanie Calhoun was assumed presidency at the Minority Bar Association of Western New York in February. It adds that the "Buffalo Law Journal" turned from two issues a week into a once-a-week Monday issue publishing.

The article discusses the mentoring of several veteran litigators in the U.S. to those who are still learning on the process of litigation in the trial law. According to Daniel Altieri, a graduate of Suny Buffallo Law School, he is comfortable on the approach taken by Ken Africano, litigator of the law firm Harter Secrest & Emery LLP wherein the firm has a mentoring structure for young legislators. It also mentions that the firm supporta and understands aspirant legislators.

The article focuses on the growth of the litigation segment of the law practice in Western New York. It says that issues concerning intellectual property (IP) are among the areas that had increased in litigation activities. Kevin Ricotta of Ricotta & Visco says that the increase in the sector is influenced by the state of the economy. Attorney Charles Swanekamp adds that clients demand for a straightforward estimate of their legal costs.

The article discusses the impact of the U.S. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act on law firms in Buffalo, New York. It mentions that the law firms consider such law as good for their business. It notes that with the passage of the law, the firm, Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP is forced to expand its presence in the health-care legal market. It also emphasizes that some law firms demand additional staffing to meet the needs of their clients about the bill.

The article offers the insights of Frederick Attea, a partner at Phillips Lytle LLP, regarding the growing international manufacturing in Western New York (WBY), which become a necessity for most companies to stay and grow profitable.

The article reports on the prevalence of school district-based litigation in 2010 in New York. Attorney Julie Apter says that 50% of all education-related litigation in New York are negligent accident injury cases, wherein three quarters of it are derived from sexual abuse or assaults. Apter explains the need of educating staff to prevent the occurrence of such cases. It also mentions the activities and programs of the Frontier Central School District under the supervision of Ron DeCarli.

The article presents the experiences shared by various attorneys on how they spend their winter weekends. Their busy schedules does not permit weeklong breaks, hence they spend weekend creatively. Sharon Prise Azurin , prefers spending weekends in the outskirts of Rochester. John Condren choose to spend the weekend by skiing and Alice Joseffer an eager skier and prefer skiing at a private ski resort in Ellicottville, New York.

The article profiles Harold Halpern, an attorney at law, vice president and general council of Calamar Enterprises Inc. in Buffalo, New York. Harold and his brother Ralph took up law upon the encouragement of their father. He enjoyed work as a litigator and at the same time as a transactional attorney, handling contracts and negotiations for clients. He has been chosen for the 2009 Nathan Benderson Community Service Award from the Jewish Federation in Buffalo.

The article discusses the impact of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act in the U.S. on small businesses like the Guildcraft Arts and Crafts of Bob Gluck in Tonawanda, New York. It states that the law, which regulates the testing and labeling of products for children, could threaten small businesses and could increase the prices of the products for consumers. The article looks at the move of supporting policymakers to urge the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reexamine the law.

The article reports on the benefits gained by the companies which carry out employee wellness programs in New York. Study shows that the programs contribute to the reduction of compensation claims, consumption of health care benefits and sick leave. The guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Labor in the implementation of the programs are also provided.

The article discusses the long term impact of the Love Canal chemical waste landfill case in New York in the current environmental laws and litigation in the U.S. John Kolaga, a partner with Jaeckle Fleischmann and Mugel LLP asserts the positive effect of regulations and reforms that came out of the Love Canal litigation. It provides a comprehensive overview concerning the Love Canal case from 1890s until 1995.

The article features the charitable organization Bunkers in Baghdad, Iraq. A partner of the Goldberg Segalla law firm, Joseph Hanna's effort to collect golf paraphernalia with the help of supporters and volunteers is highlighted. These are distributed to veterans and active servicemen in the fifty states and overseas including Afghanistan.

The article reports on the billions of dollars being lost due to identity theft.

The article reports on a satellite location opened by the Family Justice Center located in Orchard Park in Buffalo, New York in February 2014. The center, which will serve as a haven for those seeking help escaping abuse, was made possible by the efforts of more than a dozen area churches and more than 100 volunteers. The site was formerly a pastoral home owned by neighboring North Presbyterian Church.

The article reports on the preparations being made by Literacy New York Buffalo-Niagara, a non-profit provider of free, one-on-one adult literacy services for the event, ScrabbleFest to be held in Buffalo, New York on March 9, 2014. Through the said event, business and individuals are given a chance to host Scrabble parties so as to earn funds for the non-profit organization. The core of the effort is discussed.

The article discusses the initiatives of attorney Dan Lukasik, a partner in the Buffalo, New York office of Bernhardi Lukasik, to help legal professionals deal with depression. Topics covered include the high suicide rate among U.S. lawyers, Lukasik's partnership with the Erie County Bar Association to form a support group for lawyers, and the website he created as a way to provide information for those looking for resources. Lukasik's proposed book about the issue is also mentioned.

The article offers information on Lawyers for the Arts, an event that brings together lawyers to raise awareness and funds for the local arts community, in March 2014 in Buffalo, New York.

the article focuses on Mark Cantor, a founding partner in the Buffalo, New York law firm of Cantor Dolce and Panepinto PC.

The article features Dennis Glascott, a lawyer who represented defendants in a case that inspired the movie "A Few Good Men." The movie is based on a true case in Guantanamo Bay that involved Marines who allegedly abused a fellow Marine. The article enumerates Glascott's journey to Guantanamo, roles in the film and reality, and the aftermath of the case.

The article offers information on the initiatives of New York State Bar Association for 2014, such as access to justice, mandating the recording of custodial interrogations and establishing law enforcement procedure, and expansion of Buffalo Veterans Treatment Court and similar courts.

The article focuses on the insights of several gun-rights advocates regarding court decision of Judge William Skretny on the Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act of 2013 (SAFE Act) of New York. Gun-rights advocates who presented their insights include Buffalo Attorney Charles Swanekamp, Erie County Federation of Sportsmen' Clubs president Chuck Godfrey, and New York State (NYS) Shooters Committee on Political Education (SCOPE) Steve Aldstad.

The article focuses on the growth forecasts for law firms in 2014. Topics discussed include the results of the survey conducted by the periodical "The American Lawyer" which reveals optimism for law firms in 2014, the move of law firm Phillips Lytle LLP to a new office, and the growth of law firm Goldberg Segalla. The insights of David McNamara of Phillips Lytle LLP and Richard Cohen of Goldberg Segalla are also included.

The article focuses on the challenges and opportunities present by millennials or the Generation Y to companies looking for employment. Topics include competitive edge, the change of hiring processes, and aspects of technology. It mentions Buffalo, New York office Nixon Peabody LLP managing partner Susan Roney, Amherst-based accounting firm Chiampou Travis Besaw & Kershner LLP director of human resources Terri O'Brien, and Freed Maxick CPAs human resources director Julie Becht.

The article focuses on Buffalo Club, a private club located on Delaware Avenue in Buffalo, New York, founded by Millard Fillmore in 1867. It features the insights of various affiliates in Buffalo Club which concern about the club's operation and renovation project, including General Manager Dan Franklin, Chiampou Travis Besaw & Kershner LLP partner Eugene Kershner, and Buffalo attorney and the club's new member Elise DeRose.

The article offers information on the "Taking Care of Family Business" program of the University at Buffalo Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership in partnership with attorney and author Scott Friedman. Topics include the book "Family Business and Positive Psychology: Planning Strategies for the 21st Century," family business entrepreneurs, and the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL). It mentions CEL executive director Tom Ulbrich and family business adviser Amy Habib Rittling.

The article focuses on the occurrence of racial inequality in Erie County, New York. A report states that the number of imprisoned African American men and women is relatively larger that those who are in college. A new study found that lack of police forces diversity, attitudes towards race, and poverty levels are among the factors to a major bias in criminal justice systems.

The author reflects on some limitations regarding free speech in the U.S. He cites the case of two middle school girls in Easton, Pennsylvania, who were disciplined for their refusal to remove their "I (heart) Bobbies" bracelets, resulting to a court case. The author also shares his opinion on the issue and argues that the students could have utilized other method to promote their causes rather than using things that could cause other meanings in public schools.

The article offers information on the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NYSACDL) Superstar Trial Seminar to be held at the Robert H. Jackson U.S. Courthouse in Niagara Square, Buffalo, New York on November 15, 2013.

The article discusses the New York Court of Appeals case "Koch v. Sheehan" which addresses legal issues concerning the removal of physicians from the Medicaid program. It is inferred that the Office of the Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG) has been authorized to remova a physician from Medicaid. Issues addressed by Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP health-care attorney Scott Carroll about the impact of the court ruling on the medical community are outlined.

The article reports on the regulatory provisions implemented by the state which aims to crack down distracted drivers of commercial vehicles in New York. A case wherein a mother was killed in a traffic accident caused by a tractor-trailer is highlighted. Issues addressed by Gelber & O'Connell LLC lawyer Herschel Gelber are outlined.

The article focuses on the decision of the Southern District of New York related to the court case Wang v. Phoenix Satellite Television U.S. Inc., which deals with the claims of an intern that she was unpaid and faced an unwanted advances from a superior.

The article focuses on the 100th anniversary of Women Lawyers of Western New York (WNY) which according to organization president Jennifer Stergion, the organization is aimed at promoting women in practice and is a networking system for women lawyers.

The article reports that the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of New York has continued to operate despite the government shutdown starting October 1, 2013 particularly U.S. Attorney William Hochul Jr. and his support staff.

The article reports on the lawsuit filed by New York Attorney General (AG) Eric Schneiderman against the bank Wells Fargo, and the agreement of his office with financial institution Bank of America (BofA).

The article reports on the official naming ceremony of the Robert H. Jackson U.S. Courthouse in downtown Buffalo, New York which was attended by U.S. District Court Judge John, Mayor Byron Brown, and the family members of the late Supreme Court Justice Jackson.

The article offers the author's insights on his conversation with Jill Wells, the widow of Larry Wells who was murdered by an armed assailant at the Toys R Us store, and Michelle Rizzo, Larry's cousin. He says that Jill describes her husband as an amazing and responsible man, who as a teacher ensures his students to have a possible life at school. He adds that Jill is having a hard time how to explain to her four-year-old daughter about the death of his father.

The article announces the award winners during the annual scholarship dinner of the Minority Bar Association of Western New York Inc. on September 12, 2013 including Mary Ellen Mulvey who received the 2013 President's Award, Leah Bouquard who received the Legal Service Award, and Barbara Nevergold who received the Education Award.

The article reports on the legal challenges faced by the school districts in Western New York. Harris Beach attorney Tracie Lopardi says that the state education programs are focusing on utilizing standardized testing and teacher evaluation. Hodgson Russ LLP attorney John Christopher states that students safety is another issue in school districts. Harter Secrest & Emery attorney Ron Mendrick adds that another potential issue is related to the adoption of Common Core Learning Standard.

The article offers information on the Constitution Day to be held at the Robert H. Jackson United States Courthouse in Buffalo, New York on September 17, 2013 in which the local chapter of the Advanced Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) will host 90 public school students.

The article presents answers to questions related on legal topics including the things that a woman should prepare in going to a law school, the challenges that a woman may face in being in the legal scene in Western New York (WNY), and the developments on the gender inequality in the legal profession.

The article offers the author's insights regarding home-based jobs. According to the report from Global Workplace Analytics, more than 3.1 million workers from the U.S. are working from home and are interested to engaged in home businesses. Moreover, Steve Cichon, owner of Buffalo Stories LLC, mentions that flexibility and freedom of an employee from the traditional offices triggered them to obtain greater productivity.

The article discusses the issues to be clarified after the Supreme Court ruling for the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). Thomas Hurley of Secrest & Enemy LLP raises the concern regarding the compliance of employers with the new rules for retirement plans of same-sex couples. Kate Saracene of Nixon Paebody discusses the problem on implementing of the new rules which involves multiple states. Kathie Frier of Benefit Broker mentions the change on the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) due to the DOMA.

The article reports on the lawyers who received the 40 Under 40 awards from the journal "Business First" including Jamie Batt, Joseph Brown, and Jeffrey Kingsley.

The article focuses on lawyers' use of LinkedIn, the social media site for professionals. It mentions the risks that may be brought by the new function of the site, in which users may endorse other users' skills. The New York State Bar Association issued an advisory in June 2013 on how lawyers and firms list their practice on the site. Attorney David Elibol cites various problems with the site concerning endorsements such as the unadjustable template and the use of the work expertise.