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FLB Law Partner Robert Rhodes Wins Trial in Slip and Fall Case on Behalf of Hospitality Client
FLB Law Partner Robert Rhodes prevailed in a premises liability case involving a plaintiff allegedly injured from slipping and falling near the dinner buffet in a Connecticut restaurant
FLB Law Settles Lease Dispute for a Fraction of the Seven-Figure Demand
The outcome of this case demonstrates the value that FLB Law’s full-service platform provides our clients.
Successful Real Estate Outlook Highlighted in Westfair Business Journals
FLB Law’s Real Estate Outlook featured in Westfair Business Journal.
FLB Law Attorney Matthias Sportini Honored as a Fairfield County 40 Under 40 Business Leader
Matt Sportini honored as a 40 Under 40 Fairfield County Rising Star.
FLB Law's Eric Bernheim Recognized in 2024 Chambers USA as a Leading Real Estate Attorney
FLB Law Managing Partner Eric Bernheim has been named a top Real Estate Lawyer in Connecticut by Chambers USA.
SCOTUS Decision Lowers Threshold for Discrimination Lawsuits for Job Transfers
A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling will make it easier for employees to bring discrimination claims against their employers for job transfers and other lateral job changes. In Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, the high court held that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits discriminatory job transfers even if the transfer does not cause “significant harm” to the employee. In ruling that an employee need only show “some harm” with respect to an identifiable term or condition of employment, the court may have opened the door to a broader scope of bias lawsuits.
The Corporate Transparency Act: What Every Small Business Must Know About Their Reporting Obligations
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) took effect on January 1, 2024, adding another layer of compliance for most businesses. It is important for business owners to understand their obligations under the CTA since the potential penalties for noncompliance are severe
FLB Law’s Annual Real Estate Outlook Tackles Residential and Commercial Real Estate Issues in Fairfield County
FLB Law’s annual Real Estate Outlook will feature prominent Fairfield County real estate executives who will discuss housing in the county: challenges, solutions and how it affects the commercial real estate sector.
FLB Law Partner Prevails at Trial in Unique Premises Liability Case; Defense Successfully Refutes All Claims
Partner Bob Rhodes prevails in a premises liability case with unique circumstances.
Connecticut Legislators Consider Reductions to Personal Injury Awards Involving Collateral Source Payments
In Connecticut, lawmakers are considering a bill that would reduce economic damages in personal injury and wrongful death awards where a third party has a right of subrogation arising from collateral source payments. Senate Bill 213, which is currently before the Connecticut General Assembly’s Committee on the Judiciary, has widespread support from the defense bar and industry groups, while the plaintiffs’ bar argues it would unfairly impact those harmed by negligent actions.
Robert Rhodes Prevails on Premises Liability Case; Court Cites Plaintiff’s Lack of Evidence
Partner Bob Rhodes prevails in premises liability case on behalf of hospitality client.
Rick Costantini Successfully Advocates for Neighbor Before the Westport Zoning Board of Appeal
Rick Costantini secures approval from Westport P&Z Commission in support of variance for to allow for the development of a new home at Campo Beach.
Manager Testimony Compels Plaintiff to Withdraw Case Personal Injury Case
FLB Law Partner Joshua Auxier prevailed in a matter in Harford Superior Court that resulted in the plaintiff withdrawing the case just a few days after Josh filed a motion for summary judgment.
Taylor Keselica Invited Again to Judge the Nation’s Largest Interschool Moot Court Competition
FLB Law attorney Taylor Keselica recently judged the Jeffrey G. Miller National Environmental Law Moot Court Competition (NELMCC) at her law school alma mater, Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University. This was her third year judging the competition, which she chaired during her third year of law school.
FLB Law Secures Key Approvals for Westport Office Complex Medical Conversion
The Planning and Zoning Commission has approved a significant transformation for the two-building office complex at 55-57 Greens Farms Road, allowing the inclusion of medical office space in one of the buildings. This decision, facilitated by FLB Law’s Rick Costantini who presented it to the P&Z Commission on behalf of the owner, 1735 Ashley, LLC, marks the removal of restrictions that had been in place for nearly 45 years.
FLB Law Secures Variances for a Hotly Contested Residential Redevelopment Project in Westport, CT
FLB Law’s Zoning & Land Use attorney Rick Costantini obtained four variances for a residential redevelopment project at 215 Hillspoint Road in Westport, CT. The variances addressed the need for two setbacks, the amount of building coverage, and how the property impacts the sightline at the traffic light on the corner of Old Mill Road and Hillspoint Road.
Westport Journal Reports on P&Z Approval to House Buses on School Property
Westport Journal reports that FLB Law’s Real Estate & Land Use Practice obtained an extension from Westport Planning & Zoning Commission that allows the school district to park its fleet of buses on school property after hours.
Copps Island Oysters Taps into FLB Law’s Full-Service Offerings to Support Expansion
FLB Law haS been instrumental in helping Copps Island Oysters become a thriving, multi-faceted company. In addition to assisting with specific projects, FLB Law provides counsel on all aspects of the company’s operation that require legal guidance.
Seven End-of-Year Lease Considerations for Restaurant Tenants
FLB Law’s Real Estate & Land Use Practice provides seven year-end considerations for restaurant tenants.