New York, NY –Tri-State area firm Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC is proud to announce and welcome Lynda E. Liebhauser as a partner of the firm. With over twenty years’ experience as a litigator in the areas of premises liability, construction defect litigation, automobile liability, uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, labor law, professional liability, and all aspects […]
NY Legislators to Consider Significant Expansion of Wrongful Death Statutes
Written by Patricia Sullivan Bills seeking to amend and expand New York’s Estates, Powers and Trusts Law (E.P.T.L.) have been introduced in the Senate and Assembly with significant proposed changes as to the wrongful death statute of limitations, the nature of the awards, and those eligible to bring the actions. If passed, the time period […]
Defense Association Of New York (“Dany”) Releases Ratings for The Judicial Vacancy on The New York State Court of Appeals
The Defense Association of New York (“DANY”), today released its ratings of the seven nominees recommended by the New York State Commission on Judicial Nominations to fill the Associate Justice seat on the New York State Court of Appeals that was vacated by the untimely passing of the Hon. Paul G. Feinman. DANY’s 9-person Judicial […]
NJ Appellate Court Vacates $117 Million Talc Verdict Against J&J and Imerys
Johnson & Johnson (“J&J”) and its talc supplier, Imerys, obtained an enormous victory on Wednesday when a New Jersey appeals court reversed a $117 million verdict, arising from allegations that Stephen Lanzo’s mesothelioma resulted from the use of “asbestos-contaminated” baby powder. The appellate court ruled plaintiff’s expert testimony that non-asbestiform minerals could cause mesothelioma was […]
Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC Attorneys Recognized As 2021 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC is excited to announce six of our New York and New Jersey-based attorneys have been named 2021 Super Lawyers or 2021 Rising Stars across a wide range of practice areas. The following attorneys were selected for Super Lawyers 2021 inclusion: Suzanne M. Halbardier Paul McTiernan, Jr. Claire Rush Richard Wedinger […]
Successful Early Case Dismissal
Associate attorney Ryan Rayder successfully obtained an early dismissal on behalf of a landowner defendant. Plaintiff slipped and fell on a sidewalk and filed suit in Richmond County. However, he repeatedly failed to appear for his 50h hearing and a deposition despite the statutory requirement and numerous court orders requiring the plaintiff to appear. Plaintiff […]
Women’s Celebration – Things You Didn’t Know About Being a Female in Law
Barry McTiernan & Moore’s top female lawyers conducted a roundtable discussion as part of recognizing women’s history month and share their advice to young women. The progression of female lawyers through the ranks continuously remains a topic among law firms across the country as a vast majority of the top firms still lag behind on […]
Deposing in the Era of Social Distancing
COVID-19 has changed how attorneys in New York City conduct discovery. While virtual conferences will likely remain with us, a greater impact has seen changes in depositions in this era of social distancing. Gone for now are the days when five lawyers would squeeze into a deposition room at a court reporter’s office in Queens […]
Partner David Schultz Obtained Two Successful Decisions
Partner David Schultz obtained two successful decisions on behalf of clients of the firm. In the first case, the Appellate Division, Second Department reversed the lower court’s decision against the firm’s client. David successfully argued that the trial judge committed reversible error in awarding summary judgment to a plaintiff on his Labor Law § 240(1) […]
Barry McTiernan & Moore Celebrates Black History Month
Barry McTiernan & Moore is proud to join in the nationwide celebration of Black History Month, which honors the African-American journey to freedom while recognizing the past and present struggles endured in overcoming the seemingly never-ending fight for equality. As exemplified by Macon Bolling Allen, the first African-American lawyer in the United States to argue […]
Barry McTiernan & Moore Joins The Ranks of Women-Led Law Firms
Barry McTiernan & Moore, a leading insurance-defense litigation firm in the Tri-State area, is pleased to announce the role expansion of Suzanne Halbardier, who will now be the firm’s executive partner and majority stakeholder. The leadership continuity will bring even greater focus towards delivering outstanding service to our clients and protecting their interests. A well-known and […]
Suzanne Halbardier panelist at Perrin Conferences New York Asbestos Litigation virtual 2020
Suzanne Halbardier participated at Perrin Conferences New York Asbestos Litigation virtual 2020 panel discussing Trials During COVID-19 and Ethical Issues to Consider. The panel was framed around issues of ethics and how to proceed with trials during the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel addressed concerns around trial proceedings for immune-compromised clients, jurors, and overall health safety […]
Cara Manz elected to firm Partnership
Barry McTiernan & Moore is pleased to announce it has elected Cara Manz to the firm Partnership, effective January 1, 2021. Cara Manz has demonstrated that she has the legal skills, client orientation and business insight to succeed as a partner at Barry, McTiernan & Moore. Cara Manz has a broad range of experience in […]
Alex Malino Named Managing Partner at Barry McTiernan and Moore
Barry McTiernan & Moore, a leading insurance litigation firm in the Tri-State area is pleased to announce that Alex Malino has been named the firm’s new managing partner. This new role took effect on January 1, 2021. Malino has practiced law since 2001 and spent his career at Barry McTiernan and Moore, serving in various […]
Celebrating the Holiday in the spirit of our community
At a time of having to find new ways to celebrate the holidays, and in a year that has taught us all the need to be appreciative of our own good fortunes, both great and small, Barry McTiernan and Moore, on behalf of its employees will be providing financial support to a local cause. Instead […]
Cara Manz is recognized by peers and was selected to Rising Stars 2021
Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC is excited to announce that Cara E. Manz has been selected to the Super Lawyers 2021 New Jersey Rising Stars list, an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. The firm expresses congratulations on the selection. Cara E. Manz is an attorney who represents clients in the […]
Pre-Answer Dismissal Granted in Defense of Municipality
David Schultz of our New York office obtained a pre-answer dismissal of a lawsuit against the County of Westchester brought under the Child Victims Act. In the complaint, plaintiff alleged that, while a minor, he was engaged in an inappropriate sexual relationship with an employee of the agency that oversaw his foster care. In the […]
Big Victory in Labor Law Case
Patrick W. Kenny, a partner in our New York City office, obtained summary judgment in favor of the firm’s clients in a labor law case. The plaintiff was injured on a construction site where he traversed horizontal scaffolding crossbars to move from one area of the jobsite to another. Our firm represented the owner and […]
NYCAL Defense Bar Elects Suzanne Halbardier To Join Defense Liaison Counsel
The NYCAL defense bar has elected Suzanne Halbardier and Judy Yavitz as NYCAL defense liaison counsel last week. Suzie and Judy join Peter Dinunzio and Kerryann Cook in representing the defense bar’s interests in one of the most active asbestos jurisdictions nationwide. Liaison counsel works closely with the NYCAL Coordinating Judge and Special Master to […]
Auto Case Dismissed on ‘Serious Injury’ Threshold Despite Treating Doctor Affidavits
David Wysnewski of our New York office successfully obtained a dismissal in favor of our clients, the owners of a parking garage and the driver of their car, in a motor vehicle accident based on New York’s serious injury threshold. Section 5102(d) of the New York Insurance Law requires that a motor vehicle plaintiff must sustain […]
Justice Adam Silvera Appointed as NYCAL Coordinating Judge
Justice Adam Silvera has been announced as the new NYCAL Coordinating Judge, replacing Justice Manuel Mendez who was recently appointed to the Appellate Division. Judge Silvera obtained his undergraduate degree in 1994 from the City University of New York and received his law degree from Brooklyn Law School in 2001. Prior to become a Judge, […]
NYCAL Judges Manuel Mendez and Martin Shulman Among Four Appointed to the Appellate Division
On Monday July 13, Governor Cuomo appointed four Justices to the Appellate Division, First Department. Two of the appointees, Justice Manuel Mendez and Justice Martin Shulman, have been deeply involved in New York City Asbestos Litigation (“NYCAL”), one of the most active asbestos dockets in the nation. Justice Mendez became the NYCAL coordinating Judge in […]
Dismissal of Suit for Restaurant Owner
Anthony Guidice and Anthony Perchiacca of our New Jersey office have successfully obtained a dismissal of our client, the owner of a restaurant. Plaintiff tripped and fell on a pothole as she crossed a public roadway from a parking lot used by the restaurant’s patrons. The lawsuit named the owner of the road, the restaurant, […]
Jim Burbage Named as One of America’s Most Honored Lawyers 2020
Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC attorney James Burbage has been recognized by the American Registry as One of America’s Most Honored Lawyers for 2020. The American Registry catalogs accolades of attorneys around the country and rigorously reviews peer ratings and industry analyses to identify the most deserving. Jim’s expertise, professionalism and results driven practice placed […]
Several Firm Partners Named to Annual Super Lawyers List
Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC is proud to announce that partners Suzanne Halbardier, Roger Paul McTiernan, Claire Rush & Richard Wedinger have been included in the New York Times Annual List of Super Lawyers. Partner Patrick Kenny was also recognized as a Rising Star. The list, which is published in the New York Times, includes […]
Summary Judgment Granted in NJ Negligence Case
Cara Manz of our New Jersey office recently obtained summary judgment on behalf of our clients, a franchisee, its management company, and the owner of the property. Plaintiff allegedly slipped and fell due to a substance on the floor and a napkin. Ms. Manz successfully argued that the Mode of Operation doctrine was inapplicable to […]
Thomas J. Leonard: 1959-2020
It is with great sadness that the firm announces the death of our partner and friend, Thomas J. Leonard who passed away on April 8, 2020 due to complications from COVID-19. Tom was a great trial attorney, dear friend and wonderful husband and father. He started his legal career as an assistant district attorney in […]
Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC and COVID-19
Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC, with offices in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, is fully operational and continues to offer guidance to our clients despite the heavy impact of the Coronavirus on our personal and professional lives. A number of individuals and businesses will be faced with unprecedented concerns and questions, and Barry McTiernan […]
Early Dismissal Granted in Labor Law Case Saving Clients Costs and Fees
Barry McTiernan & Moore partner David H. Schultz recently obtained summary judgment in favor of an interior design contractor, sued in a Labor Law case that involved more than a dozen co-defendants. Rather than proceed through the considerable and expensive discovery that the case would undoubtedly require, David secured summary judgment shortly after answering on […]
Barry McTiernan & Moore is 100% Remote and 100% Functioning in Response to Governor’s Order
Barry McTiernan & Moore’s first priority is the health and safety of our employees, clients, and business partners. Based on the recent directive of New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo, Barry McTiernan & Moore is closing the office effective Saturday, March 21, 2020. The Firm has been preparing for this event for weeks and remains […]