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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Director of the Assigned Counsel Plan v. Townsend

This case involves an appeal by the Director of the Assigned Counsel Plan from orders of the Supreme Court, New York County. The Director's applications sought to reduce vouchers for compensation for services other than counsel in multiple criminal cases. The Supreme Court denied these applications and, upon reconsideration, adhered to its decisions directing the processing of the vouchers. The Appellate Division unanimously affirmed these orders, finding no basis to disturb the lower court's determinations of "reasonable compensation" and "extraordinary circumstances" under County Law § 722-c. The court further ruled that such determinations are not reviewable by the Appellate Division, emphasizing that fiscal concerns regarding compensation should be addressed through administrative review processes.

Assigned Counsel PlanVoucher CompensationCriminal Defense ServicesAttorney CompensationSocial Worker CompensationCounty Law 722-cExtraordinary CircumstancesAppellate ReviewJudicial DiscretionAdministrative Review
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Case No. 5615/89; 2643/91
Regular Panel Decision

In re the Director of the Assigned Counsel Plan

The court denies the Director of the Assigned Counsel Plan of the City of New York's request for further reconsideration of 'reasonable compensation' awarded to expert witness Hillel Bodek in People v Toe and People v Hoe. Judge Goodman reaffirmed the original compensation, emphasizing that judicial determinations of expert fees under County Law § 722-c are not subject to administrative review by the Director. The court rejected arguments regarding excessive compensation, lack of specificity in orders, and the expert's qualifications, highlighting the confidentiality of reports and the judge's sole authority in such matters. The opinion clarified the roles of judges and administrators in the assigned counsel plan. The Director was ordered, under penalty of contempt, to process the payment of $5,200 and $200 for Bodek's services.

Expert Witness CompensationCounty Law § 722-cJudicial DiscretionAdministrative ReviewForensic Social WorkMental Health EvaluationConfidentiality of ReportsProfessional QualificationsExtraordinary CircumstancesContempt Order
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Case No. ADJ9346293
En Banc
Jan 13, 2020

ANTHONY DENNIS vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA – DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION INMATE CLAIMS, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) issued a Notice of Intention to hold that Administrative Director (AD) Rule 10133.54 is invalid. The WCAB reasoned that the rule exceeds the AD's statutory authority and improperly restricts the WCAB's exclusive jurisdiction to adjudicate disputes over supplemental job displacement benefits (SJDB). The board also intends to affirm its prior decision that an employer must make a bona fide offer of work to an injured employee to be exempt from providing an SJDB voucher.

AD Rule 10133.54Supplemental Job Displacement BenefitBona Fide OfferExclusive JurisdictionAdministrative DirectorWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardInmate LaborerStatutory AuthorityEn Banc DecisionReconsideration
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Case No. 2020 NY Slip Op 05204 [186 AD3d 1679]
Regular Panel Decision
Sep 30, 2020

Matter of Board of Mgrs. of Half Moon Bay Mar. Condominium v. Board of Directors of Half Moon Bay Homeowners Assn., Inc.

This case concerns a CPLR article 78 proceeding initiated by the Board of Managers of Half Moon Bay Marina Condominium and Maria Elena DiBella against the Board of Directors of Half Moon Bay Homeowners Association, Inc. The dispute arose over the voting rights of Marina directors on the HOA Board, which the HOA Board sought to restrict. The Supreme Court, Westchester County, ruled in favor of the petitioners, compelling the HOA Board to allow unrestricted voting. The Appellate Division affirmed this judgment, determining that the HOA's bylaws regarding voting rights were ambiguous. The court found that extrinsic evidence, including the HOA Board's historical practice, supported the interpretation that all directors had an unrestricted right to vote on all HOA matters.

Bylaws InterpretationVoting RightsCondominium LawHomeowners AssociationCPLR Article 78Contract InterpretationExtrinsic EvidenceBoard of DirectorsAppellate ReviewAmbiguity
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Maldonado v. Maryland Rail Commuter Service Administration

This case addresses whether a dismissed action, initially brought against a nonexistent entity with improper service, can be refiled against the intended defendant under CPLR 306-b (b). Plaintiff Maldonado was injured in 1992 and filed an action in 1995, naming "Maryland Rail Commuter Service Administration" based on signage, and attempting service on a temporary worker. This first action was dismissed because the named entity did not exist and service was ineffective. Plaintiffs then filed a second action, correctly naming "Maryland Mass Transit Administration." The Supreme Court allowed the second action, but the Appellate Division reversed, holding the first action was not timely commenced. The Court of Appeals affirmed the Appellate Division's decision, ruling that the resuscitative remedy of CPLR 306-b (b) is unavailable when the initial action failed to name an existing entity and lacked proper service, thus the first action was not "timely commenced" against the intended defendant.

Dismissed ActionNonexistent EntityImproper ServiceCPLR 306-b (b)Statute of LimitationsCommencement of ActionPersonal JurisdictionCure of DeficiencyAmendment of ComplaintAppellate Review
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Case No. Claim 230
Regular Panel Decision
Sep 20, 1994

Patterson v. Newspaper & Mail Deliverers' Union of New York & Vicinity

This case involves an appeal by Tribune New York Holdings, Inc. (NY Holdings) of an Administrator's denial of its motions to dismiss or for summary judgment in "Claim 230." Claim 230 originated from EEOC discrimination charges filed by employees of the New York Daily News, alleging ongoing racial discrimination in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, stemming from a larger class action suit against the Newspaper and Mail Deliverers’ Union and various publishers. NY Holdings argued that the claimants failed to prosecute diligently under Rule 41(b) and could not substantiate their discrimination claims for summary judgment under Rule 56(c). The District Court, granting deference to the Administrator's findings akin to an arbitrator's decision, affirmed the Administrator's denial of both motions. The court concluded that the Administrator did not abuse his discretion regarding diligent prosecution and that genuine issues of material fact regarding discrimination persisted, thereby precluding summary judgment, while cautioning against further delays.

Employment DiscriminationTitle VIICivil Rights Act of 1964Affirmative ActionConsent DecreeSummary JudgmentDismissal for Want of ProsecutionRule 41(b) Federal Rules of Civil ProcedureRule 56(c) Federal Rules of Civil ProcedureEEOC
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Case No. ADJ4301180
Regular
Sep 16, 2019

DELINDA WINFIELD vs. COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied the lien claimant's petition for reconsideration. The WCAB found that once a lien is stayed under Labor Code section 4615, jurisdiction to suspend the lien claimant and adjudicate the lien shifts to the Administrative Director (AD), not the WCAB. Therefore, the WCAB correctly declined to rule on the lien claimant's contention regarding the connection to criminal activity. Any adjudication of the lien's validity, if not arising from criminal conduct, will occur through special lien proceedings overseen by the AD.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationLien claimantLabor Code section 4615Administrative DirectorDepartment of Industrial RelationsJurisdictionSpecial lien proceedingsCriminal indictmentConspiracy
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Case No. ADJ8509270
Regular
Oct 30, 2015

JAMES HORICK vs. JOHN T. MALLOY, INC., AIG

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied reconsideration of a prior ruling that allowed an injured worker to pursue an Independent Medical Review (IMR). The Administrative Director (AD) had initially denied the IMR request because the injured worker did not personally sign the application, despite their attorney signing it and providing notice of representation. The WCAB found that an attorney, representing an injured worker, is authorized to sign an IMR request as a procedural matter, binding the client. Therefore, the AD's denial was in error, and the matter was properly remanded for IMR.

Independent Medical ReviewPetition for ReconsiderationAdministrative DirectorWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardFindings and OrderUtilization ReviewLabor Code 4610.5Administrative Rule 9792.10.1Attorney representationMedical authorization
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Amalgamated Clothing & Textile Workers Union v. J. P. Stevens & Co.

Plaintiffs, Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers Union, AFL-CIO, and intervenor Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, sued J. P. Stevens & Co., Inc. and thirteen of its directors. They alleged violations of Section 14(a) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 14a-9, claiming that proxy solicitations falsely stated director nominees were qualified fiduciaries and omitted the company's alleged policy to thwart federal labor laws, resulting in financial harm and damage to reputation. Plaintiffs sought to set aside director elections, invalidate shareholder votes, and enjoin the dissemination of proxy materials without court approval. The court granted the defendants' motion to dismiss, ruling that proxy rules do not mandate disclosure of alleged corporate policies to 'thwart' labor laws or self-accusation of illegal intentions. The court distinguished these claims from breaches of fiduciary duty related to self-dealing and stated that management is not required to disclose every business judgment or the existence of a meritless lawsuit.

Securities LawProxy SolicitationShareholder RightsCorporate GovernanceFiduciary DutyMaterial OmissionFederal Labor LawsMisleading StatementsCorporate PolicyDirector Election
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Case No. ADJ7303543
Regular
Apr 08, 2013

JUAN RAMOS vs. SCI TEK STAFFING, CHARTIS

This case involves a workers' compensation claim where the Appeals Board granted reconsideration. The prior WCJ decision was found inconsistent with *Enriquez v. Couto Dairy*, which established that the Appeals Board can find preemption of Administrative Director (AD) Rule 9789.70, specifically the Official Medical Fee Schedule for air ambulance services. The Board clarified that the Airline Deregulation Act may preempt this rule if the air ambulance provider qualifies as an "air carrier" and has the burden of proving this status. Therefore, the matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision consistent with *Enriquez*.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardEnriquez v. Couto DairyArticle III section 3.5 California ConstitutionLabor Code section 5307.1preemptionAdministrative Director Rule 9789.70Official Medical Fee ScheduleOMFSair ambulance servicesAirline Deregulation Act
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