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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

CHARLES F. EVANS CO., INC. v. Zurich Ins. Co.

Plaintiff Charles F. Evans Company, an insured, sought a declaration that defendant Zurich Insurance Company must defend it in an underlying action. This underlying action involved Damon G. Douglas Company, a general contractor, who subcontracted roofing work to Evans for a BASF Corporation building. BASF counterclaimed against Douglas for improperly installed and leaking roofing, leading Douglas to bring a third-party action against Evans for indemnity and contribution. BASF's counterclaim alleged bodily injuries to its employees due to slip-and-falls from the leaking roof, resulting in lost-time and workers' compensation claims. The court found that the insurance policy, covering damages for 'bodily injury,' was at least ambiguous regarding these claims and thus must be construed against the insurer, triggering Zurich's duty to defend Evans. The court also rejected Zurich's argument that the slip-and-falls were not 'occurrences' (accidents) under the policy.

Duty to DefendInsurance CoverageBodily InjurySlip and FallConstruction ContractRoofing DefectWorkers' Compensation ClaimsPolicy AmbiguityThird-Party ActionIndemnity
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Dec 14, 1978

Evans v. Vasquez

The case involves ongoing proceedings concerning the well-being of three-year-old Ivan Evans, Jr., arising from petitions by his parents, Rose Vasquez and Ivan Evans. The court had previously directed Child Protective Services (CPS) to facilitate visitation and clinical evaluations, but CPS declined, stating the case was closed. The court, through Judge W. Denis Donovan, ruled that CPS misunderstood its function and does not have the authority to unilaterally close a case when directed by the court. The court reiterated its authority as the ultimate instrumentality for protecting children and families, relying on agencies like CPS. Consequently, the court ordered CPS to immediately arrange clinical evaluations and visitation for the child and parents, and to report its findings by December 14, 1978.

Child WelfareFamily LawJudicial AuthorityAgency ComplianceCustody DisputeVisitation RightsClinical EvaluationCourt OrdersParental RightsInter-agency Conflict
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Case No. CV-23-0355
Regular Panel Decision
May 16, 2024

In the Matter of the Claim of Franki Evans

Claimant Franki M. Evans, an automotive parts delivery driver, sustained injuries in May 2019. A Workers' Compensation Law Judge (WCLJ) determined a general-special employment relationship between Northeast Logistics, Inc. (general employer) and Any Part Auto Parts of Medford (special employer), assigning 50% liability to each. The Uninsured Employer's Fund (UEF), a necessary party, was not listed on the WCLJ's decision and consequently not served with applications for Board review. The Workers' Compensation Board denied the applications for review due to this service defect. The Appellate Division reversed, finding that UEF was on notice and not prejudiced, and that penalizing the carrier for the WCLJ's omission constituted an abuse of discretion, remitting the matter to the Board for consideration on the merits.

Workers' Compensation BoardAppellate ReviewService RequirementsUninsured Employer's FundAbuse of DiscretionGeneral-Special EmploymentRemittalProcedural DefectsNotice RequirementsClaimant Injuries
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Evans v. United States

Charles Evans sued the United States of America for negligence under the Federal Tort Claims Act and New York's No-Fault Insurance Law, seeking damages for personal injury from a motor vehicle accident and property damage. The defendant moved for summary judgment, and also to strike an affidavit from the plaintiff's chiropractor, Dr. Marie G. Gerard. The Court denied the motion to strike, finding Dr. Gerard to be a treating physician whose affidavit was admissible. However, the Court granted the defendant's motion for summary judgment, concluding that the plaintiff failed to demonstrate a "serious injury" under New York law and did not provide sufficient evidence to rebut the defendant's causation arguments regarding pre-existing injuries or to explain the gap in treatment. Additionally, the plaintiff's claim for property damage was dismissed due to insufficient evidence of actual damages.

NegligenceFederal Tort Claims ActMotor Vehicle AccidentSerious InjuryNo-Fault Insurance LawSummary JudgmentPre-existing ConditionsMedical EvidenceChiropractic CareCervical Spine Injury
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

In re Evan

The petitioners, Valerie C. (biological mother) and Diane F. (life partner), seek legal recognition of their mutual status as parents to their six-year-old son, Evan, whom they have raised together since birth. This is presented as the first such application in New York. The court appointed a guardian ad litem and two social workers, all of whom recommended granting the petition, finding it to be in Evan's best interest. The adoption would provide Evan with important legal rights, economic security, and emotional benefits by formally recognizing his family unit. The court scrutinizes New York law and finds no statutory obstacle, interpreting Domestic Relations Law § 117 (1) flexibly to allow Valerie C. to retain her parental rights alongside Diane F.'s adoption, citing precedent and the paramount importance of the child's best interests. The court also affirms that parental sexual orientation is not a reason to deny adoption, ultimately granting the petition.

Second-parent adoptionSame-sex adoptionParental rightsBest interests of the childDomestic Relations LawEquitable power of courtHomosexual parentingNon-traditional familiesFamily lawChild welfare
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Evans-Gadsden v. Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossman, LLP

Plaintiff Norma Evans Gadsden, an African-American legal secretary, filed an Amended Complaint alleging racial discrimination, retaliation, and hostile work environment against her former employer, Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossman, LLP. She claimed wrongful termination, adverse working conditions, and various acts of sabotage during her employment. The defendant moved for summary judgment, arguing a lack of prima facie evidence for discrimination or retaliation, and citing legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons for her termination based on poor performance and attitude. The court found no admissible evidence to support the plaintiff's claims of racial discrimination, retaliation, or a hostile work environment. Consequently, the court granted the defendant's motion for summary judgment and denied the plaintiff's cross-motion for summary judgment, declining supplemental jurisdiction over state law claims.

Racial DiscriminationEmployment DiscriminationTitle VII Civil Rights Act42 U.S.C. § 1981RetaliationHostile Work EnvironmentSummary JudgmentPrima Facie CaseBurden-Shifting FrameworkMcDonnell Douglas
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Dec 08, 2014

Evans v. Commissioner of Social Security

Valerie Evans sought judicial review of a denied disability benefits claim from the Commissioner of Social Security. Evans, a former contract negotiator, executive assistant, facilities assistant, and legal assistant, alleged disability as of September 30, 2011, due to severe neck and back pain with radiculopathy, ADHD, anxiety, and panic disorder following an assault. The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) found she was not disabled, determining her impairments did not meet listing levels and her allegations were inconsistent with her daily activities, conservative treatment, and stable medical examinations. The ALJ concluded Evans retained the residual functional capacity for sedentary work, a finding upheld by the United States Magistrate Judge. The court granted the Commissioner's motion for judgment on the pleadings and denied Evans's motion.

Disability BenefitsSocial Security ActJudicial ReviewResidual Functional CapacitySedentary WorkObjective Medical EvidenceCredibility DeterminationAdministrative Law JudgeAnxiety DisorderDegenerative Disc Disease
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Evans v. MassMutual Financial Group

Plaintiff Andrae Evans, a member of the New York Army National Guard, filed a lawsuit under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) against his former employer, MassMutual Financial Group, and employee William D. Costello. Evans sought reinstatement as a sales manager after returning from active duty in Iraq, but was offered a lower position as a sales agent. Defendants moved for summary judgment, arguing Evans was an independent contractor not covered by USERRA and that he was not entitled to the sales manager position. The court denied the motion, citing genuine issues of material fact regarding whether Evans was an employee under the "economic realities" test and whether he was entitled to the sales manager position under USERRA's "escalator principle." The decision emphasizes the liberal construction of USERRA in favor of veterans and clarifies that discriminatory intent is not required for reemployment claims under USERRA Section 4312.

USERRAreemployment rightsmilitary serviceindependent contractoreconomic realities testescalator principlesummary judgmentemployment lawveterans' rightsNew York Army National Guard
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Case No. ADJ7644729
Regular
May 20, 2014

COREY EVANS vs. FIRMANICH, TRAVELERS

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed Corey Evans' petition for reconsideration as untimely. Although the Findings and Orders were issued on December 20, 2013, Evans stated he had actual notice on February 14, 2014. This established a deadline of March 6, 2014, for filing the petition. Since Evans filed his petition on March 26, 2014, it was beyond the jurisdictional deadline. Therefore, the WCAB lacked the power to grant the petition, and it was dismissed accordingly.

Petition for Reconsiderationuntimely filingLabor Code section 5903jurisdictional time limitactual noticeWCJ Report and Recommendationcredibility findingdismissalAppeals Boardapplicant's attorney
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Case No. ADJ8082880
Regular
Oct 14, 2013

TIMOTHY EVANS vs. WASTE MANAGEMENT, ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY, GALLAGHER BASSETT, GOLD RIVER

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed Timothy Evans' petition for reconsideration because it was not filed from a "final" order that determined substantive rights or liability. The WCAB further denied Evans' request for removal, adopting the reasoning of the administrative law judge. This denial was based on Evans' failure to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm absent removal, or that reconsideration would be an inadequate remedy. Therefore, the petition for reconsideration was dismissed and removal was denied.

Petition for ReconsiderationFinal OrderInterlocutory OrderSubstantive RightLiabilityRemovalPrejudiceIrreparable HarmInadequate RemedyDismissed
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