Archive for January, 2010

Successful Appeal Regarding Labor Law and Indemnification Issues

January 2010

Christopher T. Pusateri successfully defended an appeal before the Appellate Division, Fourth Department on behalf of the Defendant/Respondent contractor.  During the course of a construction project, an employee of another contractor was injured on the job as a result of onsite negligence.  This action sought a declaration of the Plaintiff’s indemnification rights and liabilities against [...]

Declaratory Judgment Obtained

January 2010

Christopher T. Pusateri successfully argued a motion for partial summary judgment before the Ontario County Supreme Court on behalf of Plaintiffs.  In this action, Plaintiffs’ sought to refinance an existing first mortgage, but were unable to do so.  Defendant offered to assist with refinancing by utilizing his good credit in consideration for residing on the [...]

Motorcylce Accident Claims Dismissed

January 2010

Christopher T. Pusateri successfully tried a matter in Manchester Town Court wherein the Plaintiff alleged property damage to his Harley Motorcycle as a result of a motor vehicle accident.  In a bench trial, the court issued a no-cause verdict finding that the Plaintiff negligently collided with Defendant’s vehicle and failed to abide by the New [...]