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Krinick Recognized on City & State Trailblazers in Law List
March 18, 2024

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick is featured on City & State New York’s Trailblazers in Law list—previously known as “Law Power 100.”

Evan, a member of the firm’s Appeals, Commercial Litigation, and Insurance Coverage practices, has been Rivkin Radler’s managing partner for over 10 years. During that

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Rivkin Team Secures Century 21’s Continued NYC Presence
March 7, 2024 | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Appeals | Commercial Litigation

In the ongoing battle over Century 21 Department Store’s lease in New York City, the Appellate Division, First Department handed Century 21 another significant legal victory.

The Rivkin team, led by Evan Krinick, David Grill and Evan Schieber, successfully defeated the landlord’s second attempt to reargue the Appellate Division’s unanimous affirmance of the Supreme Court’s

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Krinick Shares His Prediction for 2024 with Long Island Business News
January 5, 2024 | Corporate | AI

Long Island business leaders shared their projections and industry insight for 2024 with Long Island Business News.

When interviewed, Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Even Krinick said, “the artificial intelligence revolution will be the most significant development in the legal industry. While its contours are not yet clearly defined, it is inevitable that successful law firms

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Century 21 again Victorious in ongoing Dispute with Landlord over NYC Lease
November 21, 2023 | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Appeals

The Appellate Division, First Department handed Century 21 another critical and decisive legal victory in the ongoing dispute over the fate of the famed department store.

Century 21’s longstanding right to remain in its flagship store in lower Manhattan was fiercely challenged by its landlord who claimed that Century 21’s leasehold interest had been effectively

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Krinick Named Among Most Powerful Long Islanders
November 7, 2023

On November 6, 2023, Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick was named to City & State’s Long Island Power 100, which recognizes the most influential government officials, business executives, labor leaders, advocates, activists, academics and other personalities shaping politics and policy on Long Island.

Krinick, a Plainview, NY, resident, is a member of the

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Krinick Named One of Long Island’s 60 Most Influential Long Islanders
October 13, 2023 | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Insurance Coverage

Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick was featured in Long Island Business News’ “60 Most Influential Long Islanders of 2023.” The special section highlights chosen leaders across a variety of industries whose influence has impacted the Long Island community in a profound way.

Evan, a Plainview, NY, resident, is a member of the firm’s

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53 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers®/Rising Stars
September 22, 2023 | Professional Liability | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Trusts & Estates | Compliance Investigations & White Collar | Appeals | Bankruptcy | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Employment & Labor | Health Services | Insurance Coverage | Tax

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that 36 attorneys were named to the 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers List and 17 attorneys were named 2023 New York Metro Rising Stars. Following is a list of attorneys and the practice areas for which they were recognized.

Being named a Super Lawyer is an honor

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3 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers as 2024 “Lawyers of the Year”
August 23, 2023

The 2024 edition of Best Lawyers recently recognized Rivkin Radler partners Jill F. Bechtold, Evan H. Krinick and Barry I. Levy as “Lawyers of the Year.” Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored as the “Lawyer of the Year,” making this a significant and coveted accolade. These lawyers

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Krinick Named to Long Island Press Power List
June 13, 2023

On June 12, 2023, Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick was named to the Long Island Press Power List. The annual list and corresponding event, now in its 20th year, honors Long Island’s most influential leaders who make Long Island a great place to live, work and play.

Krinick, a Plainview, NY, resident, is a

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Rivkin Team Secures Appellate Victory for Retailer Century 21
June 1, 2023 | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Appeals

Rivkin Radler, led by David Grill, Evan Krinick and Evan Schieber, secured a significant appellate win on behalf of famed retail fashion chain Century 21, Inc.

Emerging from the pandemic, Century 21 publicly announced its comeback and plan to relaunch its famous flagship store in lower Manhattan. However, the building’s owner had a different agenda

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3 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Recognized in Who’s Who Legal: Insurance & Reinsurance
May 26, 2023

Rivkin Radler is proud to announce that Michael A. Kotula, Evan H. Krinick and Alan S. Rutkin have been named to the Who’s Who Legal: Insurance & Reinsurance 2023 directory.

Michael is a partner in the firm’s Insurance Coverage practice. He has spent more than 30 years handling complex litigation involving asbestos, environmental pollution, health

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Krinick Recognized on City & State Law Power 100 List
March 20, 2023 | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Insurance Coverage

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick appears on City & State New York’s Law Power 100 list.

A partner in the firm’s Appeals, Commercial Litigation and Insurance Coverage practices, Krinick has overseen the continued expansion of Long Island’s largest law firm, managing five offices and a

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Krinick Comments on Work From Home Policies for LIBN
March 10, 2023

Evan Krinick shared his insight on hybrid work schedules in the Long Island Business News article, “With hybrid and remote work models, there is no ‘one size fits all.”

He noted:

“We’re doing a mandatory three days a week, but everyone – attorneys and staff – has to be here on Wednesdays.  On Wednesdays, the

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Krinick Offers Legal Forecast in Long Island Business News
January 6, 2023

Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan Krinick joined other Long Island leaders in providing a preview of what 2023 might bring. In the Long Island Business News article, “What We’ll See in ’23,” he noted:

The legal marketplace in 2023 will continue to focus on flexibility and technology to provide value to the client experience.  Innovative strategies,

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Krinick Listed on City & State’s Long Island Power List
November 7, 2022

Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick was named to City & State’s Long Island Power 100, which recognizes the most influential government officials, business executives, labor leaders, advocates, activists, academics and other personalities shaping politics and policy on Long Island.

Krinick, a Plainview, NY, resident, is a member of the firm’s Appeals, Commercial Litigation

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Krinick Named One of Long Island’s 60 Most Powerful Influencers
October 14, 2022

On October 14, 2022, Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick was named to Long Island Business News’ The Power List, which recognizes the region’s 60 most powerful influencers.

Krinick, a Plainview, NY, resident, is a member of the firm’s Appeals, Commercial Litigation and Insurance Coverage practices. He also has been Rivkin Radler’s managing partner

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Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named 2022 New York Metro Super Lawyers®/Rising Stars
September 22, 2022

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that 32 attorneys were named to the 2022 New York Metro Super Lawyers List and 14 attorneys were named 2022 New York Metro Rising Stars. Following is a list of attorneys and the practice areas for which they were recognized.

Being named a Super Lawyer is an honor

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46 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Included in the 29th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America/Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
August 18, 2022

The Best Lawyers in America has recognized Rivkin Radler LLP’s attorneys in its 2023 edition.

Two Rivkin attorneys, both of whom are based on Long Island, have been named Lawyer of the Year: William Cornachio for his work in Real Estate Law and William Savino for his work in both Insurance Law and Litigation-Insurance.

In

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Krinick Selected as One of Long Island’s Most Influential People
June 17, 2022

On June 16, 2022, Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick was named to the Long Island Press Power List. The annual list and corresponding event, now in its 19th year, honors Long Island’s most influential leaders who have the most impact on the lives of those in the region.

Krinick, a Plainview, NY, resident,

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Krinick Named to City & State Power Law List
March 7, 2022 | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Insurance Coverage

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick debuted on City & State New York’s Law Power 100 list.

A partner in the firm’s Appeals, Commercial Litigation and Insurance Coverage practices, Krinick has overseen the continued expansion of what is already Long Island’s largest law firm, opening new

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35 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America©/ Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for 2022 – 24 Practice Areas Recognized
November 4, 2021

The prestigious Best Lawyers in America has again included Rivkin Radler LLP in its U.S. rankings for 2022. For the first time, the firm was recognized in the areas of tax and technology.

One Rivkin attorney, based in Albany, has been named Lawyer of the Year: Richard A. Frankel, for Trusts and Estates.

In addition,

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Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named 2021 New York Metro Super Lawyers
October 1, 2021

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that 30 attorneys were named to the 2021 New York Metro Super Lawyers List and 13 attorneys were named 2021 New York Metro Rising Stars. Following is a list of attorneys and the practice areas for which they were recognized.

Being named a Super Lawyer is a tremendous

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Krinick Named to NYSBA Task Force on Post-Pandemic Future of the Profession
September 23, 2021

Rivkin Radler managing partner Evan H. Krinick has been named to a distinguished panel of attorneys statewide who have been asked by the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) to serve on a newly formed “Task Force on Post-Pandemic Future of the Profession.”

Attorneys selected for inclusion on the Task Force include 31 leaders in

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Rivkin Radler Supports MENTOR New York
September 17, 2021

Rivkin Radler is proud to announce that the firm is a Gold Level sponsor of MENTOR New York’s virtual 2021 Mentor of the Year Awards, presented on Thursday, September 23, 2021, from 6 pm to 7 pm EST.

MENTOR New York is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and the leader of the New York Mentoring Movement. The

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35 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America®/ Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for 2022
August 19, 2021 | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Trusts & Estates | Compliance Investigations & White Collar | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Employment & Labor | Health Services | Insurance Coverage | Insurance Fraud | Intellectual Property | Corporate | Tax

The prestigious Best Lawyers in America has again included Rivkin Radler LLP in its U.S. rankings for 2022. For the first time, the firm was recognized in the areas of tax and technology.

One Rivkin attorney, based in Albany, has been named Lawyer of the Year: Richard A. Frankel, for Trusts and Estates.

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Rivkin Radler Honors Juneteenth
June 18, 2021 | Evan H. Krinick

“Today, our offices will close early in honor of Juneteenth which celebrates the end of slavery in our nation.  It was on this date in 1865 when news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Texas, more than two years after its announcement.

While slavery has long been legally rejected, racism and prejudice continue to plague our

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Krinick and Bushwack Recognized by the Long Island Press
June 2, 2021 | Appeals | General Liability

Rivkin Radler’s managing partner, Evan Krinick, was recognized on the Long Island Press’ Power List for 2021. The list celebrates the region’s most influential movers and shakers. He was highlighted in the Powerlist Partners section, which includes a brief profile of his career.

Krinick was also featured in the publication’s article, “Law Leader,” where he

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Krinick Named to LI Power List
May 21, 2021

On May 20, 2021, Evan H. Krinick was named to the Long Island Press Power List. The annual list and corresponding event, now in its 18th year, honors Long Island’s most influential leaders who have the most impact on the lives of those in the region.

Krinick, a Plainview, NY, resident, is a partner in

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Krinick Discusses NY Appeals Court’s Stance toward Insurance Carriers
February 10, 2021 | Appeals | Insurance Coverage

Evan Krinick was interviewed on AM Best TV about his recently published compendium of 25 years’ worth of New York Court of Appeals decisions regarding insurance cases. After completing a statistical analysis of the decisions, Evan concluded that while New York is a good venue for insurers to litigate in, there is still opportunity for

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Krinick Looks to the Year ahead for LIBN
January 4, 2021

Evan Krinick gave his forecast for the business of law in the Long Island Business News article, “Looking ahead to 2021.”

He noted:

The legal marketplace in 2021 will continue to be focused on flexibility, innovation and technology. The pandemic will continue to dictate a largely remote work environment, and will demand increased

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Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named As 2020 New York Metro Super Lawyers
October 28, 2020 | Professional Liability | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Trusts & Estates | Compliance Investigations & White Collar | Appeals | Bankruptcy | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Employment & Labor | General Liability | Health Services | Insurance Coverage | Medical Malpractice Defense

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that 23 attorneys were named to the 2020 New York Metro Super Lawyers List and 13 attorneys were named 2020 New York Metro Rising Stars. Following is a list of attorneys, the practice areas for which they were recognized, and the years they were included in Super Lawyers.

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18 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America© – 4 Named ‘Lawyer of the Year’
August 26, 2020 | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Trusts & Estates | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Employment & Labor | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

The prestigious Best Lawyers in America has included Rivkin Radler LLP in its U.S. rankings for 2021. For the first time, four Rivkin attorneys, all based in the firm’s Long Island office, have been named Lawyer of the Year:

Attorney                                Practice Area

Barry I. Levy                           Litigation-Health Care

Brian S. Conneely                  Employment Law-Management

Wendy H.

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Krinick, NYSBA Say Law Firms Should Be 1st to Open
May 4, 2020

A May 1 Long Island Business News article quotes Evan Krinick on the topic of reopening the economy after the COVID-19 pandemic. He is one of a group of attorneys advocating on behalf of law firms as part of the “Restarting the Economy Work Group,” which was started by the president of the New York

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Krinick Discusses Firm’s Expansion with LIBN
January 27, 2020

Managing Partner Evan Krinick spoke with Long Island Business News about Rivkin Radler’s recent growth spurt. In the last two years, the firm brought aboard 21 attorneys, bringing the total head count to 199. In addition, in late 2019 the firm doubled its space in the Albany and Hackensack offices and took space at WeWork’s

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18 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America®
August 15, 2019 | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Trusts & Estates | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Employment & Labor | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

Uniondale, New York – August 15, 2019 – The prestigious Best Lawyers in America has included Rivkin Radler LLP in its U.S. rankings for 2020.  Attorneys from the firm’s Albany, Hackensack and Uniondale offices were included. The lawyers listed, their offices and the categories of law in which they are listed, are as follows:

Albany,

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New York’s highest court decides Carothers case, holding that a finding of fraud is not required for an insurer to withhold payments to a medical service corporation that violates material licensing requirements
June 11, 2019 | Appeals | Insurance Fraud

Andrew Carothers, M.D., P.C. v. Progressive Insurance Company, et. al.

June 11, 2019 – Albany, NY – In a major victory for the insurance industry, the New York Court of Appeals, the highest court in New York, has affirmed the 2017 order of the Appellate Division upholding the trial verdict and judgment in favor of

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Chambers and Partners Recognizes Rivkin Radler
April 25, 2019 | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

Uniondale, New York – April 25, 2019 – The prestigious Chambers USA Directory has once again included Rivkin Radler LLP in its New York rankings.  The firm’s Insurance Coverage Practice Group is ranked in Band 3 in the Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer category and its Health Services Practice Group ranked in Band 4 in the

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Krinick Honored at Mentor New York Benefit
November 16, 2018 | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Insurance Coverage

On November 15, Mentor New York hosted its 22nd Annual Benefit, Honoring Evan Krinick. The event raised nearly $150,000 to support mentoring programs in New York. Evan was one of the first Leadership Council members for Mentor New York, where he served on numerous committees and ultimately was elected a co-chair.

Click here to read more about Mentor New York.

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Krinick and Bloom Quoted in Newsday
September 27, 2018 | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Insurance Coverage

Rivkin Radler Director of Marketing and Communications, Laurie Bloom was featured in Newsday’s piece, “Making the Side Gig Work.” The article focused on professionals that take on a “side job” alongside their initial career. Laurie has been an adjunct professor at Hofstra University for over a decade.

When discussing the focus of her class of PR students each year

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Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named Among Best Lawyers® in America
September 10, 2018 | Trusts & Estates | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Employment & Labor | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

The prestigious Best Lawyers® in America has included Rivkin Radler LLP in its U.S. rankings for 2019. Attorneys from the firm’s Albany, Hackensack and Uniondale offices were included. The recognized lawyers and the categories of law in which they are listed, are as follows:

Brian Bank – Insurance Law

Brian S. Conneely – Employment Law

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16 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America®
August 15, 2018 | Trusts & Estates | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Employment & Labor | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

The prestigious Best Lawyers in America has included Rivkin Radler LLP in its U.S. rankings for 2018.  Attorneys from the firm’s Albany, Hackensack and Uniondale offices were included. The lawyers listed, their offices and the categories of law in which they are listed, are as follows:

Albany, N.Y.

Michael J. Cunningham – Litigation-Construction

Richard A.

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Rivkin Radler Recognized in Chambers USA 2018
May 4, 2018 | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

The prestigious Chambers USA Directory has once again included Rivkin Radler LLP in its New York rankings.  The firm’s Insurance Coverage Practice Group has moved from Band 4 to Band 3 in the Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer category and its Health Services Practice Group ranked in Band 4 in the Healthcare category. Firm partner William

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Krinick, Versichelli and Biscone Convince Court to Dismiss East End Utility Pole Suit
April 27, 2018 | Appeals

Evan Krinick, Michael Versichelli and Merril Biscone successfully secured dismissal of an Article 78 proceeding  that was commenced against LIPA and PSE&G. The proceeding challenged the replacement of numerous overhead transmission utility poles on eastern Long Island.  The Court agreed that dismissal was warranted based on the doctrine of mootness.

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7 Colleagues Receive Patriot Awards
March 26, 2018

To thank his colleagues for supporting him and his family when he went through 30 weeks of training in the Army National Guard, Army Specialist Anthony Frangella, a paralegal at Rivkin Radler and a Lindenhurst resident, nominated seven of them for a Patriot Award. The award is given by the Department of Defense’s Employer Support

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Krinick, Savino and Mascia Honored with Leadership in Law Awards from LIBN
November 17, 2017

Rivkin Radler is proud to announce that William M. Savino, Evan H. Krinick and Henry M. Mascia have each received a Leadership in Law award from Long Island Business News in the categories of Lifetime Achievement, Partner and Associate, respectfully. The awards recognize individuals who demonstrate dedication, hard work, skill, tenacity and excellence, along with

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Rivkin Radler in Best Lawyers Metro List
November 1, 2017

Rivkin Radler is pleased to announce that the Firm has been named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” list for 2018.

The Firm was ranked in regions and practice areas:

Metropolitan Tier 1

Long Island: Insurance Law

Metropolitan Tier 2

Albany: Commercial Litigation, Health Care Law, Litigation-Construction

New Jersey: Insurance Law

Metropolitan

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Krinick Published in Insurance Coverage Law Report
October 30, 2017 | Insurance Coverage

Evan Krinick’s article, “Diverse Legal Issues Can Arise in Insurance Fraud Prosecutions,” which first appeared in the New York Law Journal, was published in the fall 2017 issue of FC&S Legal’s Insurance Coverage Law Report.

To read the article, click here.

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17 Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named Among Best Lawyers® in America
September 29, 2017 | Trusts & Estates | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Employment & Labor | Health Services | Insurance Coverage | Insurance Fraud

The prestigious Best Lawyers in America® has included Rivkin Radler LLP in its U.S. rankings for 2018.  Attorneys from the firm’s Albany, Hackensack and Uniondale offices were included. The lawyers listed, their offices and the categories of law in which they are listed, are as follows:

Albany, N.Y.

Brian Culnan – Commercial Litigation

Michael J.

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Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named As 2017 New York Metro Super Lawyers
September 19, 2017

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that 20 attorneys were named to the 2017 New York Metro Super Lawyers List and 10 attorneys were named New York Metro Rising Stars.

*Brian Bank – Business Litigation

Todd M. Belous – Professional Liability: Defense

*Michelle Bholan – Business Litigation

Jonathan B. Bruno – Professional Liability:  Defense

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Krinick, Contino, Belous and Biscone Prevail in Famous Fashion Icon Estate Appeal
August 23, 2017

Evan Krinick, Peter Contino, Todd Belous and Merril Biscone were successful in convincing the Appellate Division, Second Department that the pre-answer motion to dismiss the complaint made on behalf of our clients, the attorneys for the estate of a famous fashion icon, was properly granted.

This case stemmed from the fashion icon’s contractual promise from

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Krinick Published in Law Journal Newsletters
July 6, 2017 | Appeals | Commercial Litigation | Insurance Coverage

This month, Evan Krinick’s article, “Preet Bharara Highlighted Insurance Fraud,” originally published in the New York Law Journal, was published in Law Journal Newsletters.

The New York Law Journal and Law Journal Newsletters are publications of ALM.

To read the article, Click Here.

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Krinick and Gurdus Obtain Summary Judgment On Behalf of Hartford
June 20, 2017 | Evan H. Krinick | Commercial Litigation

Evan Krinick and Jason Gurdus obtained summary judgment for client, Hartford Accident and Indemnity Co., in a declaratory judgment action in New York State Supreme Court, Suffolk County.  Plaintiffs, which included municipalities and a contractor, sought coverage from Hartford for several underlying lawsuits involving damage to roadways, water mains and related facilities resulting from construction work

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Rivkin Radler Co-Sponsors Sunrise WALKS Charity Event
June 13, 2017

On June 11, 2017, Rivkin Radler co-sponsored SunriseWALKS, a charity event to raise money so that children with cancer and their siblings can attend Sunrise Day Camp free of charge.  Evan Krinick, Brian Bank and their families represented the Firm in the walk.  The event raised nearly $750,000.

Click here for more information on SunriseWALKS.

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Rivkin Radler Recognized for Social Responsibility Efforts
June 6, 2017

Rivkin Radler LLP received the Corporate Social Responsibility Award from Long Island Business News in its Corporate Citizenship Awards Program. The law firm was the only awardee in the category. The honor recognizes a for-profit company or organization for its collective efforts to promote, encourage and organize company-sponsored programs and/or events driven to engage employees

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Rivkin Radler Recognized in Chambers USA 2017
May 26, 2017 | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

The prestigious Chambers USA Directory has once again included Rivkin Radler LLP in its New York rankings.  The firm’s Insurance Coverage Practice Group is ranked in the Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer category and its Health Services Practice Group ranked in the Healthcare category.

“It is an honor to be recognized by Chambers USA,” said Managing

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Krinick New York Law Journal Article Reprinted in FC&S Legal: The Insurance Coverage Law Information Center
March 8, 2017 | Appeals

Evan Krinick’s New York Law Journal article entitled, “Social Media Is Shining Light on Fraudulent Insurance Claims,” was reprinted in the Eye on the Experts column of FC&S Legal:  The Insurance Coverage Law Information Center.

Click here to read the article.

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Krinick quoted in LIBN
February 8, 2017

Evan Krinick was featured in a Jan. 20, 2017 article in Long Island Business News entitled, “Making Partner in 2017.” He detailed the qualities an associate needs to achieve partner at Rivkin Radler.

Comparing to the year when I first elevated to partner — 1992 — we now look for more evidence of a person’s

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Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named As 2016 New York Metro Super Lawyers
October 11, 2016 | Professional Liability | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Compliance Investigations & White Collar | Appeals | Bankruptcy | Commercial Litigation | Construction | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

UNIONDALE, NY – Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that twenty attorneys were named to the 2016 New York Metro Super Lawyers List and five attorneys were named as New York Metro Rising Stars.

Being named a Super Lawyer is a tremendous honor reserved for only the top 5% of all lawyers in a

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Rivkin Radler Teams With the Mets to Fight Alzheimer’s
August 12, 2016

Jeremy Honig was chosen to sing the National Anthem at Citi Field before the New York Mets faced off against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 9, 2016. Rivkin Radler teamed with the Mets to create a firm outing at the ballpark. The outing was a great team building opportunity and allowed the entire firm to

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Rivkin Radler Attorneys Recognized by American Lawyer Media
July 6, 2016 | Insurance Coverage

American Lawyer Media (ALM), publisher of The American Lawyer, Corporate Counsel, Inside Counsel, and the National Law Journal, among other legal and professional publications, has named Jonathan Bruno, Michael A. Kotula, Evan Krinick, Peter P. McNamara, John L. Rivkin, Leonard L. Rivkin, John J. Robertelli, Alan Rutkin, William M. Savino and Norman L. Tolle –

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Health Services Practice Group Selected for Inclusion in The Legal 500
June 23, 2016 | Health Services

The prestigious Legal 500 has included Rivkin Radler LLP in its U.S. rankings.  The firm’s Health Services Practice Group is listed in the Healthcare: Service Providers category.

“Our Health Services group has made incredible strides this year,” said Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick. “The team deserves kudos for their client service, which was also recognized

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New York Court of Appeals Rejects Health Insurer’s Claim Seeking Reimbursement Against Automobile Insurer for Claim Payments Under New York’s No-Fault Law
June 16, 2016 | Commercial Litigation | Insurance Fraud

The New York Court of Appeals issued a decision yesterday that will have wide-ranging impact on issues of reimbursement between health insurers and automobile insurers.  In Aetna Health Plans v. Hanover Insurance Company, the court concluded, by a 5-2 vote, that Aetna, a health insurer, was not entitled to seek reimbursement from Hanover, a no-fault

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Rivkin Radler Recognized in Chambers USA 2016 – Insurance and Health Services practices selected for inclusion
May 27, 2016 | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

The prestigious Chambers USA Directory has included Rivkin Radler LLP.  The firm is listed in the Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer category and its Health Services Practice Group is recognized among “Notable Firms” for Healthcare in New York.

“The Chambers USA Directory is one of the premier resources for sophisticated users of legal services,” said Managing

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New York Court of Appeals Rejects Claim of Office-Based Surgical Practice Seeking Facility Fees Under New York’s No-Fault Law
April 1, 2016

In a unanimous decision, the New York Court of Appeals found that accredited office-based surgical practices (OBS) are not entitled to collect fees from automobile insurers for the use of medical facilities in providing surgical and other professional services. While this decision dismissed $1.3 million in disputed claims, the ripple effect will impact millions of

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Biscone Obtains Dismissal of Complaint Brought Under 42 USC
March 16, 2016 | Appeals

Merril Biscone Obtains Dismissal of 42 USC Section 1983 Action On appeal.

This case involved the plaintiffs’ purchase of property in the Town of Babylon with the intention of operating an outpatient facility that provides counseling services to recovering drug and alcohol users.  Our client, Town of Babylon, denied the plaintiffs’ application for a permit

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Rivkin Radler receives President’s Award for Diversity from Amistad Long Island Black Bar Association
February 22, 2016

Rivkin Radler is proud to announce that we are this year’s recipient of the Amistad Long Island Black Bar Association’s President’s Award for Diversity. This Award is presented to a person or organization that has been and continues to be committed to diversity and inclusion both in the legal profession and in the community.

Amistad

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Rivkin Radler Attorneys Named As 2015 New York Metro SuperLawyers
October 1, 2015 | Appeals | Insurance Coverage

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that sixteen attorneys have been named to the 2015 New York Metro Super Lawyers List and four attorneys were named as New York Metro Rising Stars.  Rivkin attorneys were named SuperLawyers in the categories of Appellate Law, Bankruptcy, Business Litigation, Construction Litigation, Health Care Law, Insurance Coverage and

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Rivkin Radler Manhattan Office Moves to 477 Madison Avenue
June 30, 2015

New York City ? Rivkin Radler LLP will be moving its Manhattan office from 555 to 477 Madison Avenue, the firm announced today. The move, while only a few blocks away from the present office, will mean a significant increase in office size and visibility for the firm.

Rivkin Radler LLP, ranked among the New

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Rivkin Radler Prevails on behalf of Allstate in New York Court of Appeals
November 30, 2014 | Appeals

Lead by Barry I. Levy, Evan Krinick, Alan Eagle and Henry Mascia, Rivkin Radler’s Litigation and Appeals Group successfully represented Allstate Insurance Company in the most recent challenge launched against the Company in New York in the lead paint coverage arena.  Rivkin Radler was retained solely for the Court of Appeals briefing and argument, and

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Krinick elected a Fellow
November 1, 2014 | Appeals

Managing Partner, Evan Krinick has been elected a Fellow of the New York Bar Foundation.

The Fellows of the New York Bar Foundation are members of the bench and bar who are recognized for outstanding professional achievement, for dedication to the legal profession, and for commitment to the organized bar.

Each Fellow makes a commitment

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Rivkin Radler Featured in Newsday LI Business Section
February 9, 2014 | Professional Liability | Real Estate, Zoning & Land Use | Trusts & Estates | Appeals | Complex Torts & Product Liability | Directors & Officers Liability | Employment & Labor | Health Services | Insurance Coverage | Intellectual Property | Corporate

Rivkin Radler was featured in a Newday article entitled, “Raising the Bar.”  The article appeared in the LI Business Section on Sunday, February 9, 2014.  The article focused on the growth of Long Island law firms compared to New York City law firms during the recession.

Click here to read entire article: http://www.newsday.com/business/long-island-law-firms-benefit-from-city-counterparts-1.6972767

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Evan Krinick on panel for NYSA 2013 Law School of Insurance Professionals Program
October 4, 2013 | Appeals | Insurance Coverage

Evan Krinick, a partner in the firm’s Insurance Coverage & Litigation and Litigation & Appeals Practice Groups, will be a co-presenter at the New York State Bar Association’s 2013 Law School for Insurance Professionals at the New York State Insurance Fund, 199 Church St., NYC on October 4 and at the Long Island Melville Marriott,

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Krinick, Levy, and Bank help secure Appellate Division affirmation of decision invalidating Mayor Bloomberg’s Soda Ban
August 1, 2013 | Appeals

Evan Krinick, Barry Levy, and Brian Bank helped secure a victory in the Appellate Division, First Department on behalf of Soft Drink and Brewery Workers Union, Local 812, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and others in a matter regarding the validity of the New York City Board of Health’s Sugary Drinks Portion Cap Rule, widely dubbed

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Appellate Court Upholds Insurers’ Defense Verdict Involving Approx. $20 Million In Pending Claims
July 5, 2013 | Appeals

The Appellate Term, Second Department, has upheld the trial verdict and judgment in favor of 53 NY automobile insurers and self-insurers in Andrew Carothers, M.D., P.C. v. Progressive Insurance Co.  Rivkin Radler partner Barry I. Levy successfully argued the appeal before the Appellate Term, with the rest of Rivkin Radler’s team – partners Evan H.

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Evan H. Krinick Elected Managing Partner
June 26, 2013 | Appeals | Insurance Coverage

UNIONDALE, NEW YORK ? The partners of Rivkin Radler are pleased to announce that they have elected Evan H. Krinick, of Plainview, NY as managing partner.  Mr. Krinick will succeed William M. Savino, who has served as the firm’s managing partner since 2000. 

In an announcement to the firm, Mr. Savino said, “Serving as the

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Rivkin Radler Team Persuades Federal Court To Strike Down Critical Portions of New York City Debt Collection Law
October 5, 2012 | Appeals | Employment & Labor | Insurance Coverage

Evan Krinick, Michael Versichelli, and Max Gershenoff, members of the firm’s Litigation and Appeals Practice Group won a major victory for plaintiff New York debt collection attorneys in Eric M. Berman, P.C. v. City of New York, 2012 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 143313 (E.D.N.Y. 2012), when United States District Judge Eric N. Vitaliano struck down key parts

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Evan Krinick, Max Gershenoff and Michael Versichelli secure complete dismissal, on reconsideration, of a putative federal class action.
September 9, 2012 | Appeals | Employment & Labor | Insurance Coverage

Evan Krinick, Michael Versichelli, and Max Gershenoff of Rivkin Radler’s Litigation and Appeals practice group secured the complete dismissal, on reconsideration, of a putative federal class action against State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, entitled Servedio v. State Farm Mut. Auto. Ins. Co., E.D.N.Y. Docket No. CV 10-1458. The aspiring lead plaintiff had contended, among

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Evan Krinick to speak at the NYS Bar Association’s Insurance CLE
May 21, 2012 | Appeals | Insurance Coverage

Evan Krinick will speak at the NYSBA CLE on the topic of “Bad Faith Litigation,”  which will cover:

  • Discussion of recent case law and impact on litigation in New York
  • Covenant of good faith & fair dealing:  unreasonably denying a claim, refusing to defend, defenses and damages
  • Consequential damages under Bi-Economy
  • Updates in first and third
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Rivkin Team Obtain Victorious Decision
May 10, 2012 | Appeals | Insurance Coverage

Members of the Rivkin team won unanimous affirmance of trial court on choice of law ruling that the location of contracting named insured is dispositive in choice of law determination involving insurance contracts where insured risks are spread throughout country.  They also obtained a separate ruling from the Court that NY Ins. Law, Section 3420(d)(2)  is inapplicable

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Identifying and Combating No Fault Fraud
May 10, 2012

Members of Rivkin Radler’s Litigation & Appeals Practice Group presented a conference entitled, “Identifying and Combating No Fault Fraud.”  No Fault insurance fraud continually evolves, and presents new challenges every day. 

This half-day program and luncheon was a unique opportunity to hear experienced insurance company counsel discuss the latest trends in No Fault fraud, including medical

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Evan Krinick to speak at NYS Bar Association CLE Conference entitled, “Insurance Coverage 2011 – What Every Practitioner Needs to Know”
May 13, 2011 | Appeals | Insurance Coverage

Evan Krinick, a partner in the Insurance Coverage & Litigation and Litigation & Appeals Practice Groups, will be a speaker at a New York State Bar Association CLE conference entitled, “Insurance Coverage 2011 – What Every Practitioner Needs to Know.”  Mr. Krinick will co-present “Bad Faith Litigation.”

  • Discussion post Bi-Economy & Panasia in New York
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Kotula, Krinick, McNamara & Richman Named Among LI’s Top Legal Eagles
August 31, 2010 | Appeals | Health Services | Insurance Coverage

UNIONDALE, NY – Rivkin Radler is please to announce that four of the firm’s attorneys have been named among the Top Rated Attorneys in Nassau and Suffolk Counties by PULSE Magazine for 2010.  The list was compiled from Lexis Nexis Martindale Hubbell Peer Review Ratings, identifying lawyers who are “AV Preeminent” – the highest Peer

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