This blog by the six-time published author Jonathan Cooper, is intended to educate the general public about issues of interest, particularly innovations and changes in the law, in the areas of non-compete agreements, breach of contract matters, and school negligence.
For additional information on any of these topics, readers are encouraged to download these FREE e-books:
- To Compete or Not to Compete: The Definitive Insider's Guide to Non-Compete Agreements Under New York Law
- When Schools Fail to Protect Our Kids
- When You Don't Have a Written Agreement
- Why Most Accident Victims Do Not Recover the Full Value of Their Claim
- Why Are There So Few Successful Defective Products Lawsuits?
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After Worker Falls Through Elevator Ceiling, Queens Court Holds Contractor Absolutely LiableThere are still cases where NY's courts will hold a contractor absolutely liable for a construction site accident. Here's one. For more info, call 516-791-5700.
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Brooklyn Jury Finds City School Liable For Injury to Girl During Gym Class, Awards $2.5 MillionIf you were wondering whether a school can be held liable for a student's injuries during gym, please read this article, or call Jonathan Cooper at 516.791.5700
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Student Injured While Playing Football By School "Bus Circle" May Proceed, Says NY Appeals CourtA NY student hurt during school football can sue. Court allows claim involving unsafe bus zone conditions.
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Why Claim By 10 Year-Old Who Suffered Head Injuries in School Assault Would Likely Fail in NYA NY minor's school assault claim likely fails. A 90-day Notice of Claim is required for public schools; missing this deadline usually bars a suit.
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Why the Claim by Parents of Bullied H.S. School Who Suicided Might Survive in NYLong Island & Queens, New York school bullying and negligence attorney Jonathan Cooper discusses a bullying case from Pennsylvania, and how it would likely be evaluated under New York law. For additional information on this topic, please contact Jonathan Cooper directly at 516-791-5700.
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After Assaulting Student & Causing Head Injury, Headmaster Defends Acts as "Unfortunate"After a student suffers a head injury, the headmaster calls it "unfortunate." What NY law says about school liability.
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6 Year-Old Found Wandering Outside School Building UnsupervisedA six‑year‑old found outside a school building unsupervised raises serious negligence concerns. Attorney Jonathan Cooper examines liability and legal steps for concerned parents.
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Why This School Assault Case, Which Left Girl in a Coma, Would Fail in New YorkLong Island & Queens, New York school injury, assault and negligence lawyer Jonathan Cooper discusses why this brutal assault, which left a teenage girl in a coma, would likely fail in front of the New York courts. For additional information on this topic, please contact Jonathan Cooper directly at 516-791-5700.
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Finding School's Conduct "Egregious," Court Denies Motion to Dismiss Student's Injury ClaimNY attorney Jonathan Cooper shares a case where a court let a school injury lawsuit proceed, citing “egregious” conduct. Learn more at jonathancooperlaw\.com.
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Why New York's Work Site Safety Laws Target DevelopersNew York safety regulations often place heavy responsibilities on developers for work‑site accidents. Attorney Jonathan Cooper explains developer liability and prevention strategies.
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Is Our Kids' School Bus Safety In NY Worth $500?Discover the shocking truth behind New York’s school bus safety standards. Attorney Jonathan Cooper explains why $500 may be too little to ensure your child’s safety.
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NY School PTA Settles Negligence Case After Teenager Nearly Drowns at Pool PartyNY school PTA settles negligence case after a teenager nearly drowns at a pool party, highlighting the need for better safety measures.