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Chatrie, the Third-Party Doctrine, and Consent
Over a decade ago, Nancy Kim and I wrote an article, contrasting our attitudes as consumers when we share our data with private companies with our attitudes as citizens when those companies share that same data with state actors. People were outraged by the Snowden...
Remembering 9/11
Writing about 9/11 from an employment law angle seems a bit out of place. Back in 2008, it seemed easier to write about building evacuation drills on my blog, than something more meaningful.In part, it was probably because for many years, it just uncomfortable...
Speculation on the Legal Malpractice Claim, Failure to Show Deceit on the Judiciary Law 487 Claim
Santostefano v Zabell 2026 NY Slip Op 05202 September 2, 2026 Appellate Division, Second Department had claims for both legal malpractice and violation of judiciary law 487. We reviewed the “speculative” nature of the legal malpractice claims previously....
Reflections on 9/11 and the Power of Collaboration and Common Purpose
As we mark the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, we remember and honor those who lost their lives in the attacks and their aftermath. We also reflect on how that tragic day became a defining moment for both New York’s legal community and our organization,...
Virginia Navy veteran pardoned by Trump after weapons conviction
A Virginia Navy veteran has been pardoned by President Donald Trump after spending four years in federal prison for possessing and selling unregistered weapons.
US, Japan offer few details on report linking Okinawa bases to PFAS contamination
The U.S. military did not confirm or deny a report that American officials identified two U.S. airfields on Okinawa as likely sources of PFAS contamination, while Japanese officials declined to discuss details of the reported exchange.
Stair climbs, solemn ceremonies mark 25th anniversary of 9/11 at overseas bases
U.S. military bases around the world marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with solemn ceremonies, stair climbs and other physical challenges honoring victims and first responders.
Japanese F-15 disrupts Okinawa flights in second incident in less than a month
A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle made a precautionary landing at Naha Airport.
Military clinic in Japan says staffing, not policy change, is limiting civilian care
Staffing shortages at a U.S. Navy clinic at Sasebo Naval Base in Japan are limiting appointments for Defense Department civilians, raising concerns about access to ongoing medical care and prescriptions.