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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Why a NY Court Immunized Police Against Claim They Shot BystanderA NY court ruled police are immune from liability for shooting a bystander during a confrontation, emphasizing officers' professional judgment.
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NY Mets Deny Liability for Drunken Fan's Fall on Woman That Destroyed Her BackWhen a fan suffers a serious back injury from a drunk spectator’s fall, can the NY Mets be liable? Attorney Jonathan Cooper breaks down legal responsibilities and negligence issues.
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NY Labor Law 240(1) Not Limited to Falling Worker; Also Covers Injuries From Falling Devices, Court HoldsDiscover how New York Labor Law § 240(1) applies not just to falling workers but also to injuries from falling devices. Learn what this court ruling means for construction site injuries.
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Suffolk Court Highlights Split Between NY Courts In Construction Site Accident CasesExplore how Suffolk Court highlights the divide between NY courts in handling construction site accident cases and its impact on legal outcomes.
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Intoxicated NY House Painter Falls Off His Own Ladder - and SuesCan a drunk worker sue after falling off his own ladder? Explore the legal limits of liability in NY workplace accident cases.
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In Effort to Reduce Pedestrian Accidents, NYC to Install Countdown ClocksNYC is installing 1,500 pedestrian countdown clocks at dangerous intersections to reduce accidents and improve crossing safety citywide.
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Finding EMS Was Not Reckless, Jury Dismisses EMT's Injury Claim Against NYCJury rejects EMT’s injury claim against NYC, ruling finding EMS was not reckless. Key details on the court’s decision and implications.
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Injured Cement Truck Driver Covered by NY Labor Law 240(1), Court HoldsNew York court rules injured cement truck driver is covered under NY Labor Law 240(1), setting precedent for worker safety and liability in construction.
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School That Loaned Ladder to Worker May Be Held Liable For Fall, NY Court HoldsAttorney Jonathan Cooper recounts settling a school negligence case for a child—and the meaningful “hug” that followed. A human-centered look at legal advocacy in NY school injury cases.
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When NY Courts Reach Absurd Results: Worker Injured in Collapsed Trench Deemed a "Trespasser"A controversial New York ruling labels an injured worker as a trespasser. Understand how this decision could impact future construction injury and liability claims.
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Despite Finding that Worker Covered by NY Labor Law 240(1), Court Dismisses CaseEven when Labor Law § 240 applies, courts may still dismiss claims. Attorney Jonathan Cooper reviews a New York case highlighting dismissal despite legal coverage under § 240.
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Driver Runs School Bus Stop Signal, Then Explains "I Didn't Know What It Meant"What happens when a driver ignores a bus stop arm? Explore negligence and liability laws in New York traffic cases.