Case Results

Negligent Homicide Claim: How a Care Facility Wrongful Death

This case study explains how our attorneys successfully represented the estate of a hospice resident whose fatal burn injuries raised issues consistent with a civil negligent homicide theory under New York law.The incident occurred when the resident was left alone in an outdoor area where predictable risks existed, resulting in a fire that caused extensive injury.The resident passed away within hours due to the severity of the burns, prompting the estate to pursue a wrongful death action.By applying negligence principles aligned with negligent homicide standards, we built a compelling case and secured a $310,000 settlement through mediation.

Fraud Case Defense Against Alleged Misrepresentation

In this fraud case, our defense team represented a financial employee accused of misleading a client during a complex collateralized debt transaction. The prosecution alleged that the employee intentionally manipulated pricing information to increase the company’s transactional revenue. Because New York fraud litigation requires the prosecution to demonstrate both scienter and material misrepresentation, our defense thoroughly analyzed the transaction structure, client communications, and pricing methodology. Ultimately, the New York court concluded that the alleged misstatement did not constitute a material factor influencing the investor’s decision, leading to a complete acquittal.This successful fraud case illustrates how proper legal strategy, expert financial analysis, and a precise understanding of New York’s standards for materiality can secure a favorable outcome even in highly technical financial disputes.

Funding Plan Advisory Cross Border Sports Investment NY

A comprehensive funding plan is essential for any cross border acquisition involving a New York investment entity, especially when the transaction concerns high value interests in overseas sports clubs. In this case, our legal team advised a financial institution specializing in sports sector investments as it sought to secure a substantial ownership stake in a overseas football club. The client required a funding plan that not only supported the acquisition structure but also minimized financial and contractual exposure under New York law.Through careful coordination among transactional, regulatory, and financing teams, we delivered a framework that enabled the investor to proceed confidently while complying with all applicable legal standards.

Student Visa Approval for a Long Term Visa Waiver Overstayer

A student visa petition becomes significantly more challenging when the applicant has a past history of long term overstays, insufficient financial ties, and no current employment. In Washington, D.C., consular officers are required to apply strict scrutiny under federal immigration regulations, particularly regarding immigrant intent and credibility. In this case study, our legal team guided a client who previously overstayed in the United States under the Visa Waiver Program and had no stable job or income in her home country.Despite this unfavorable background, our attorneys thoroughly reframed her purpose of study, strengthened the supporting documentation, and prepared her for an intensive interview process. Through the strategic presentation of purpose, financial stability, and temporary intent, the client successfully secured a student visa a result many considered nearly impossible.