by Gary Nissenbaum | Mar 12, 2012 | Internet Picture Removal Law Blog
As the adult entertainment industry increases its presence on the web and adult sites enable users to interact by video with performers, it is important to keep in mind that 18 USC §2257 (“2257”) could reach certain aspects of such services. One example of this is the...
by Gary Nissenbaum | Feb 13, 2012 | Business Lawsuit Blog
May a landlord charge a tenant a fixed rate each time the landlord has to consult its lawyers for matters related to a lease agreement, even if that fixed rate is higher than the costs the landlord actually incurs?The Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New...
by Gary Nissenbaum | Feb 10, 2012 | Business Lawsuit Blog
The answer is yes. Defendant’s prior non-compliance with federal tax laws can be used to prove the defendant’s intent to commit the crime charged.This was addressed in a case heard in the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. US v. Daraio, 445 F. 3d...
by Gary Nissenbaum | Feb 10, 2012 | Business Lawsuit Blog
Recently, the Appellate Division of New York, revived a lawsuit over the fiduciary duty owed by members of a limited liability company (“LLC”) to one another in a real estate deal. Fiduciary duty means the duty of trust that one person owes another. In that case,...
by Gary Nissenbaum | Feb 10, 2012 | Internet Law Blog
With the advent of technology and massive use of social networking forums, it is only a matter of time before electronic service of process starts replacing the traditional methods of service of process.Recently, a Judge in Minnesota was faced with the challenge of...
by Gary Nissenbaum | Nov 23, 2011 | Internet Law Blog
With the increasing use of digital books and online services to browse, read and buy books, it has become essential to have state laws that safeguard readers. Digital books now outsell paperbacks, and the popularity of e-readers in constantly growing.The digital book...
