A second lawsuit has been filed against Alpine Country Club and its food and beverage director, claiming a hostile work environment and harassment against female employees. Dionne Boney said Hannibal Campa would often make offensive jokes about her body, telling her he liked her buttocks and their shape. He also made racist comments that she […]
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$1,150,000 Settlement Obtained in Defamation Case
On June 1, 2022, Mr. Zidziunas obtained a confidential $1,150,000 Million Dollar settlement for his client for claims alleging defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, tortious interference with prospective economic advantage, and a host of other claims. The defense was represented by one of the most well known criminal and civil attorneys in the U.S., renowned for his […]
Settlement Awarded to Plaintiff for NYCHRL Immigration Discrimination
Recent confidential settlement obtained for our Client, testing New York City’s complex laws of immigration and national origin discrimination.
Victory Before New Jersey Supreme Court
On March 11, 2022, the New Jersey Supreme Court ruled in favor of our arguments and denied the Plaintiff’s Petition for Certiorari seeking to have his case heard on appeal before the Supreme Court. Prior to this recent decision, our Firm achieved success before the New Jersey Appellate Division in the same case, which affirmed […]
Plaintiff’s Settlement for $550,000 Achieved Against Insurance Carrier
A confidential settlement of $550,000 was achieved for our Client in a case alleging violations of consumer fraud, common law fraud, and breach of contract. The defendant, who is one of the largest insurance carriers in the nation, was represented by multiple top law firms from Virginia and New Jersey and settled the matter after […]
Victory at Trial for the City of Newark
Termination of Newark Firefighter was upheld through our success at trial.
Defending Against Attack Damages in a Lawsuit: How Social Media Can Help
When seeking a strategy to attack damages in a litigation, defense lawyers make it their mission to use anything and everything at their disposal to strengthen the case of their client. In today’s digital age, this means taking to the web and using a wide range of internet resources, which can include access to a […]
Uber Drivers: Employees or Independent Contractors?
Uber is one of the hottest trends of the current time. Nearly anyone can sign up to be an Uber driver, and of course, everyone can commission a ride from the Uber service. It is one of the easiest ways to get from one point to another and is the most economical method in most […]
What New York Contractors Need to Know about Prevailing Wage Laws
If you’re a contractor in New York state, being aware of the legal aspects of your job is one key to your success. When you bid on contracts for projects funded by public money, you must submit schedules for the wages you plan to pay. Here’s what you need to know about prevailing wage in […]
Prohibited Employer Anti-Union Activities
Most employers are not fond of labor unions. They may see them as disruptive, counterproductive, and a source of unwanted expenses. However, both the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and the Taft-Hartley Act prohibit employers from discriminating against employees for participating in union activities. This leaves many employers asking what they can and cannot do […]