Vanessa Atterbeary

On June 27, 2024, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed a Maryland district court judgment that confirmed arbitral awards issued in favor of Seiden Law’s client, the Estate of Ke Zhengguang. The case has been discussed on Law360 and Bloomberg Law; articles on the case can be found in the link after the jump. The underlying arbitration concerned a complex dispute related to real property in mainland China, which culminated in an arbitration before the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC).   Between 2018 and 2020, the HKIAC issued a series of awards.  The Estate filed a petition to confirm the awards in a Maryland district court against one of the arbitral respondents, Stephany Yu, who lives in Maryland.  In January 2023, the district court confirmed the awards and issued a $4 million judgment in favor of the Estate. The Fourth Circuit’s unanimous twenty-three-page decision addresses important questions related to the enforcement of international arbitral awards in the United States, including the availability of a forum non conveniens defense under the New York Convention, and whether arbitral awards that are denominated in a foreign currency can be converted into US dollar judgments.  The Fourth Circuit held that a forum non conveniens defense was inapplicable under the facts of this case, even if such a defense is available under the Convention. The Fourth Circuit also held that it was reasonable for the district court to enter judgment in US dollars, notwithstanding that the arbitral panel’s merits award was denominated in Chinese Renminbi (RMB). Seiden Law partner and litigation chair Amiad Kushner argued the appeal. Senior counsel Jennifer Blecher and Senior Associate Xintong Zhang were on the brief. Paralegal Lily Dempsey provided invaluable assistance. https://lnkd.in/eb_SiWh2 https://lnkd.in/eFD4zniu

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🚨The Crumbley Case and Parental Liability New Jersey State Bar Association🚨 The Crumbley Case and Parental Liability Friday, May 3rd 12:00-1:40 ☞ Robert (Bob) Bianchi, Esq. (Former Head Morris County Prosecutor) and Robert B. Hille, Esq. (Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney) show how The Crumbley Case was a Landmark Decision in Parental Liability. The #Crumbley Case Outcome The tragic school shooting at Oxford High School in Michigan in December 2021 took a dramatic turn in February and March of 2024 with the convictions of Jennifer and James Crumbley, the parents of the teenage shooter, Ethan Crumbley. This case marks a significant precedent in holding parents legally responsible for their children's access to firearms and potential danger they pose. The Debate Continues Opponents of the Crumbley verdicts express concern that holding parents criminally responsible for their children's actions sets a dangerous precedent. They argue it's difficult to define the line between parental responsibility and criminal culpability. The Crumbley case has undoubtedly opened a new chapter in legal discussions surrounding parental liability. Whether this approach proves effective in deterring future school shootings and gun violence remains to be seen. Event #Agenda This will be a free-flowing discussion. The person named after each heading will lead that particular topic. Introduction – Lisa Chapland Overview of the topic. – Robert Bianchi ·     Includes the “Law and Crime” clip, putting the Crumbley case in context. ·     Discussion of the Michigan statute under which the Crumbleys were convicted. The Verdict – Robert Hille ·     How did involuntary manslaughter apply to the parents? ·     How is this different from holding the parents liable under vicarious liability? ·     What does the holding mean for possible criminal exposure to parents? Novel and unique theory holding the parents responsible for acts of their children. The Ramifications- Robert Bianchi ·     Has the case escalated our ability to go after parents by accusing them of using their children as instruments of a crime? ·     Will parents bear civil liability for their children’s transgressions? ·     Examples: Parents are aware child is a bad driver but let’s them use the car. If the child is in an accident, are the parents liable for a damage? Child has a history of acting out and hits a child or teacher in school. Are the parents liable? ·     Could parents weaponize liability under this new Crumbley theory in a family law dispute? What Do We, as Lawyers, Need to Address with Our Clients? – Robert Bianchi, Robert Hille, Lisa Chapland Need legal assistance or looking to refer a case? Don't hesitate to call us 24/7 at (862) 315-7929 #FormerProsecutors #CriminalDefense #DomesticViolence #DWI #DUI #NJ No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of #NewJersey

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Justice Department Files Statement of Interest Supporting Private Parties’ Right to Bring Voting Rights Act Challenge to Robocalls The Justice Department today filed a statement of interest in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire supporting the right of private plaintiffs to bring a lawsuit challenging robocalls as intimidating, threatening or coercive in violation of Section 11(b) of the Voting Rights Act. This brief is one of several filed by the Justice Department explaining the prohibition against voter intimidation in Section 11(b) and supporting the longstanding principle that private plaintiffs can sue to vindicate important rights protected by the Voting Rights Act. “Voter intimidation, whether carried out in person or by way of robocalls, disinformation campaigns, or other tactics, can stand as a significant barrier for voters seeking to exercise their voice in our democracy,” said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division. “Every voter has the fundamental right to cast their ballot free from intimidation, threats and coercion. Since enactment of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, impacted voters, advocacy groups and organizations, have had full ability to turn to the courts to enforce the Act’s ban on voter intimidation across the country. The Justice Department has vigorously enforced this ban and will continue to challenge voter intimidation and defend the right of private citizens and organizations to do the same.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/g6cqEWz8

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With only one day left in the New York Legislative session, Asm. Latrice Monique Walker is urging her colleagues in the Assembly to pass the Consumer Litigation Funding Act (A7655B) to protect and regulate the consumer legal funding industry that countless New Yorkers rely on to seek justice.  Read why Asm. Walker sponsored this vital piece of legislation and why there is no more time for lawmakers to waste in Empire Report: https://bit.ly/4bMHvYF #NYAssembly #ConsumerLitigationFundingAct #LegalFunding #ConsumerLegalFunding #CLF #LawsuitReform #EqualJusticeForAll

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Understanding discovery is crucial in family law cases. Discover how this process can help you gather the necessary information to strengthen your case. #PostJudgmentMotion #MarylandLaw #FamilyLaw #TrialFollowUp #CourtCase #MarylandCourts #LegalAdvice #JusticeSystem

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