Flooding and serious water damage can turn a home or business into a nightmare overnight. But recovery may be available. In Westchester County, property damage may be legally actionable and compensable when it results from a town, village, or county’s failure to properly maintain its own properties, water systems, storm […]
When a client comes in with a commercial breach of contract case against a corporate contracting partner, one strategy we explore is whether distinct fraud and/or negligent misrepresentation claims can be asserted in connection with the contract’s formation. Asserting those claims on top of a contract claim may give us […]
The first half of 2025 has been a blockbuster time for Yankwitt LLP – stellar growth in our core practice areas, aggressive advocacy in challenging cases of the highest stakes, and exciting additions to our all-star team. Our commitment to delivering exceptional results in complex litigation remains stronger than ever, […]
Judge Karas Grants Defendants’ Motion to Dismiss Complaint Alleging Due Process Violations under the Fourteenth Amendment In Twardosz v. Yonkers Public School District, No. 19-CV-6138 (KMK), 2020 WL 6135114 (S.D.N.Y. Oct. 19, 2020), Judge Kenneth Karas dismissed the plaintiff’s complaint alleging due process violations under the Fourteenth Amendment, as well […]
The old adage, “if you have lemons, make lemonade” could not be more appropriate for 2020. Though we are in no way minimizing the trials and tribulations this pandemic has caused, we should give ourselves permission to celebrate the victories of this past year. So, as we usher out 2020, […]