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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Should No Longer Be Considered as Only a Mental Disorder

Steven Weston

Patients suffering from PTSD may have undergone significant neurochemical and neurobiological shifts, leading one lawyer to argue we need to rethink our percept

In the News: New York

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Relevant legal news from 2018 in the New York area.

Courtroom Mastery

Justin Smulison

After being injured at the mall, Marion Hedges received a multimillion-dollar verdict thanks to attorney Thomas Moore.

Teamwork and Strategy

Justin Smulison

The firm secured multimillion-dollar verdicts for victims and wokers in 2018.

Ellen G. Makofsky, 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" for Elder Law

Nicole Ortiz

Ellen G. Makofsky of Makofsky and Associates was named 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" in Long Island for Elder Law.

Anthony J. Enea, 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" for Elder Law

Nicole Ortiz

Anthony J. Enea of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP was named 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" in White Plains for Elder Law.

Results that Speak for Themselves

Weitz & Luxenberg

Weitz & Luxenberg’s more than $17 billion in verdicts and settlements is a testament to its committed advocacy.

Results Matter

Sean Stonefield

With a history of record recoveries, Block O’Toole & Murphy continues to achieve some of New York’s largest personal injury verdicts and settlements.

The Fighter From New York

Justin Smulison

Benedict Morelli discusses recent successes and high-profile casework.

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Philip K. Davidoff Named FordHarrison's New York Office Managing Partner

Freeborn Expands New York City Office, Welcomes Partner Michael Rennock and Senior Counsel John McConnell

Greenberg Traurig’s Henry Greenberg Sworn in as President of the New York State Bar Association

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Burr & Forman Continues to Expand in Nashville with Addition of Three Attorneys

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