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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

In re the Professional Career Center, Inc.

The Professional Career Center, Inc., offering real estate education, appealed a decision by the Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board, which affirmed the Commissioner of Labor's assessment for additional unemployment insurance contributions. The assessment stemmed from a determination that the Center's teachers were employees, not independent contractors. Despite a consulting agreement, the court found substantial evidence of an employer-employee relationship. This was based on the Center's control over hiring, payment, quality, student recruitment, tuition, scheduling, and curriculum adherence. The court concluded that these factors supported the finding, affirming the decision against Professional Career Center, Inc.

Unemployment InsuranceEmployer-Employee RelationshipIndependent ContractorProfessional EducationReal Estate LicensingLabor LawSubstantial EvidenceAppellate ReviewContributionsAudit
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Case No. ADJ7186657
Regular
Sep 30, 2011

Sergio Marquez vs. Alan's Lawnmower and Garden Center; INC, STAR INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration of a decision that found Sergio Marquez did not sustain an industrial injury. The applicant argued the employer's post-termination defense under Labor Code section 3600(a)(10) was inapplicable and that the presumption of injury under Labor Code section 5402 should apply. However, the Board adopted the WCJ's findings that neither the presumption nor an exception to the defense was established. The WCJ's report, which was incorporated by the Board, detailed why these arguments failed based on the evidence presented.

Workers Compensation Appeals BoardSergio MarquezAlan's Lawnmower and Garden CenterStar Insurance CompanyIllinois Midwest Insurance AgencyADJ7186657Order Denying Reconsiderationindustrial injuryLabor Code section 5402presumption of industrial injury
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Dec 19, 2005

G.K. Alan Assoc., Inc. v. Lazzari

This case involves an action by G.K. Alan Assoc., Inc. (Alan) against Derval Lazzari (Lazzari) to enforce a consulting agreement. Lazzari asserts Alan was a "faithless agent" due to alleged insurance fraud against corporations in which Lazzari purchased stock, arguing this forfeits Alan's right to compensation under the consulting agreement. Alan counter-argues that the consulting agreement was part of the stock purchase price, making misconduct irrelevant, and that Lazzari was aware of the alleged fraud. The court examines the "faithless agent" rule, determining that forfeiture applies only to compensation for services rendered to the disloyal principal and is subject to apportionment if performance on other duties is untainted. The court found triable issues of fact, precluding summary judgment for Lazzari on his "faithless agent" defense. Consequently, the Supreme Court's order granting Lazzari's motion for summary judgment dismissing the complaint was reversed, and the matter was remanded, while an earlier order granting Lazzari leave to amend his answer was affirmed.

Faithless Agent RuleAgency LawConsulting AgreementInsurance FraudSummary Judgment MotionBreach of LoyaltyContract EnforcementCorporate LawAppellate ReviewForfeiture of Compensation
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Case No. 2021 NY Slip Op 02756 [194 AD3d 421]
Regular Panel Decision
May 04, 2021

Mullins v. Center Line Studios, Inc.

This case involves an appeal concerning an order from the Supreme Court, New York County, regarding claims under Labor Law §§ 240 (1) and 200, and common-law negligence. The Appellate Division, First Department, modified the earlier order. It ruled that Center Line Studios, Inc. was entitled to summary judgment dismissing the Labor Law §§ 240 (1) and 200 claims because it was not a statutory agent and lacked supervisory control over the plaintiff's work. Additionally, NYC Production Core LLC's motion for summary judgment was granted, dismissing the complaint and cross-claims against it, with the exception of contractual indemnification claims, as it was identified as the plaintiff's special employer. A triable issue of fact was found to exist regarding Center Line Studios, Inc.'s potential common-law negligence in creating or exacerbating a dangerous condition.

Labor Law §§ 240(1)Labor Law §§ 200Common-Law NegligenceSummary JudgmentStatutory AgentSpecial Employer DoctrineContractual IndemnificationConstruction AccidentLadder Fall InjuryPremises Liability
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Mar 23, 2000

Ramnarine v. Memorial Center for Cancer & Allied Diseases

Jagdeo Ramnarine, an employee of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, suffered a laceration at the Memorial Center for Cancer and Allied Diseases. He subsequently filed a negligence lawsuit. The defendant, Memorial Center, moved for summary judgment, arguing that the plaintiff's claim was barred by the Workers’ Compensation Law § 11, as both the Center and the Hospital operate as a single integrated employer despite their separate legal entities. The Supreme Court initially denied this motion. However, the appellate court reversed the decision, granting summary judgment to the defendant. The court found substantial evidence supporting the integrated employer argument, thereby limiting the plaintiff's remedy to workers' compensation benefits and dismissing the complaint and all cross-claims against the defendant.

Workers' Compensation ExclusivityIntegrated Employer DoctrineSummary Judgment ReversalNegligence ClaimCross Claims DismissedCorporate Alter EgoCommon ControlBronx CountyAppellate DivisionLabor Law
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Randi A.J. v. Long Island Surgi-Center

The dissenting opinion by Justice Krausman argues against the imposition of punitive damages on Long Island Surgi-Center for a negligent breach of patient confidentiality. The plaintiff's abortion information was accidentally disclosed to her parents, causing emotional distress. Justice Krausman contends that while the center's conduct involved negligence, it did not meet the high threshold of moral culpability, malice, or conscious disregard required for punitive damages, especially since the actions were motivated by health concerns and not malicious intent. The opinion distinguishes this case from others involving gross negligence or intentional wrongdoing. Furthermore, the New York State Department of Health has already investigated and mandated corrective actions for the center, making additional punitive measures unnecessary for deterrence. Therefore, Krausman advocates for modifying the judgment to eliminate the punitive damages award.

Punitive DamagesMedical ConfidentialityBreach of PrivacyAbortionNegligenceEmotional DistressAppellate DecisionSuffolk CountyDissenting OpinionTort Law
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Boodram v. Brooklyn Developmental Center

Plaintiff Indra Boodram sued her employer, Brooklyn Developmental Center, for sexual harassment, alleging a hostile work environment. A jury found in her favor, awarding $798,000 in damages. The court had previously dismissed a co-worker, Joseph Adiego, from the suit. The Brooklyn Developmental Center moved to set aside the verdict. The court largely affirmed the jury's findings on hostile work environment and most damage awards. However, it conditionally granted a new trial on damages, reducing the future lost earnings award from $392,000 to $350,000, contingent on the plaintiff's acceptance.

Hostile Work EnvironmentSexual HarassmentHuman Rights LawExecutive Law § 296Jury Verdict ReviewDamages AssessmentEmotional DistressLost EarningsPost-Traumatic Stress DisorderPsychiatric Expert Testimony
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Anderson v. Local Union No. 3, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

This opinion addresses a declaratory judgment action brought by Madison Square Garden Center, Inc. and Madison Square Garden Corporation (collectively, "the Garden") against Local Union No. 3, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers ("Local 3"). The Garden sought a declaration that they are not liable to Local 3 for contribution or indemnification concerning a judgment previously entered against Local 3 in antecedent civil rights litigation (Ingram v. Madison Square Garden Center, Inc. and Anderson v. Madison Square Garden Center, Inc.). In those prior actions, Local 3 was found liable for intentional discriminatory hiring practices under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and 42 U.S.C. § 1981. The Court, presided over by Judge Sand in the Southern District of New York, granted the Garden's motion for summary judgment. The decision ruled that federal law governs, precluding contribution and indemnification under Title VII based on Northwest Airlines, Inc. v. Transport Workers. Furthermore, even if contribution were theoretically available under § 1981, it would not lie for an intentional tortfeasor, and any such claim would be defeated by a release given to the Garden by the original plaintiffs. Indemnity was also denied on similar grounds, emphasizing that an intentional tortfeasor cannot escape liability for deliberate wrongdoing.

Declaratory JudgmentSummary JudgmentContributionIndemnificationCivil Rights Act of 1964Title VII42 U.S.C. § 1981Employment DiscriminationIntentional TortFederal Common Law
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Rechenberger v. Nassau County Medical Center

Edward Rechenberger suffered hip fractures and underwent two operations at Nassau County Medical Center in May 1982. Following a re-injury and later diagnosis, he learned the surgical hardware was improperly implanted, leading to further operations. Mr. Rechenberger sought leave to serve a late notice of claim against the medical center. The Supreme Court initially denied the motion, but the Appellate Division reversed this decision, finding that the hospital had actual knowledge of the essential facts of the claim within the statutory 90-day period through its own medical records. The court concluded that the delay in serving the notice of claim was not substantially prejudicial to the hospital, and thus, granted the petitioners leave to serve the late notice of claim.

Medical MalpracticeLate Notice of ClaimNassau CountyHip FractureSurgical ErrorContinuous Treatment DoctrineActual NoticePrejudiceAppellate ReviewMunicipal Corporation
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Spherenomics Global Contact Centers v. Vcustomer Corp.

Plaintiff Spherenomics Global Contact Centers sued defendant vCustomer Corporation for breach of a non-solicitation agreement, breach of implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, promissory estoppel, and unjust enrichment. Spherenomics, a provider of outsourced call-center services, alleged that VCC, its subcontractor, improperly solicited and secured a long-term contract with their mutual client, Fingerhut, in violation of their November 2002 agreement. While the court found that VCC indeed breached the non-solicitation provision, it ultimately ruled in favor of VCC. The court concluded that Spherenomics failed to prove by a preponderance of the evidence that VCC's breach directly caused Spherenomics to suffer damages, specifically lost profits, deeming such claims too speculative to be recoverable under New York contract law or equitable theories.

Breach of ContractNon-Solicitation AgreementLost ProfitsDamagesCausationPromissory EstoppelUnjust EnrichmentContract LawNew York LawFederal Jurisdiction
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