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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Teacher Says She's "Sorry" After Being Caught On Tape Beating StudentTeacher apologizes after video surfaces showing her physically disciplining a student, sparking outrage and calls for accountability in schools.
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Frivolous Negligent Supervision Case Against NY School is DismissedA frivolous negligent supervision case against a New York school has been dismissed, highlighting the importance of valid legal claims in education.
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Construction Worker Who Erected Own Scaffold Still Entitled to Recover Under NY Labor LawA recent ruling confirms that workers injured on scaffolds they built themselves may still claim under NY Labor Law § 240(1). Know your rights as a construction worker in New York.
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5th Grader Claims School Teacher Ignored Her Injuries - DeliberatelyA 5th grader alleges that her school teacher intentionally ignored her injuries, sparking controversy and raising questions about teacher accountability.
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Why Having Adequate Safety Devices Isn't Enough to Defeat a New York Scaffold-Law ClaimJust having safety equipment doesn’t eliminate liability under NY Scaffold Law § 240(1). Find out why courts still hold property owners and contractors accountable for worker injuries.
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NY Court Holds Safety Consultant Not Liable For Construction Site AccidentNY court rules safety consultant not liable for site issues, clarifying legal responsibilities in construction safety and consultancy cases.
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Building Architect Protected By Construction Site Safety Laws, NY County Courts SaysA New York County court rules that architects are protected under construction site safety laws. Learn what this means for liability and legal rights in NY construction cases.
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The Most Formidable Defense to a New York Construction Site Accident CaseDiscover the most powerful legal defense used in New York construction accident cases. Learn how it can impact your injury claim and what to expect in court.
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How Site Owners Can Be Held Absolutely Liable in a NY Construction Accident CaseDiscover how New York law holds site owners strictly responsible in construction accident injury claims. Attorney Jonathan Cooper outlines liability standards and victims’ rights.
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How a Building Owner Can Be Liable for a Fire Under New York LawLearn how building owners in New York can be held liable for fires, including legal responsibilities, safety measures, and potential consequences.
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NY Court Holds Child's Risky Behavior Doesn't Bar School Negligence ClaimNY court rules a child's risky behavior doesn't prevent school negligence claims, emphasizing school responsibility for student safety and supervision.
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Finally, New York State to Allow E-Filing of Claims Against New York CityNew York State now permits e-filing of claims against New York City, streamlining the claims process and increasing efficiency in 2025.