Yankwitt LLP prevailed on a Motion for Judgment on Pleadings in a case brought against a United States Park Police Officer pursuant to Bivens v. United States, a U.S. Supreme Court case that recognizes an injured person’s right to be protected from unreasonable searches and seizures. The plaintiff asserted claims of excessive force, false arrest, and violation of the right to a fair trial in connection with the officer’s arrest of the plaintiff. Yankwitt LLP was retained by the U.S. Department of Justice to represent the defendant through its private counsel retention program. During the pendency of the litigation, the […]

The Westchester Community College Foundation is hosting its annual Lester M. Crystal President’s Forum on Wednesday, October 9, 6-7 pm ET. This year’s virtual event focuses on “The Future of Work — The Path Forward” and will be moderated by Judy Woodruff, Senior Correspondent of PBS News. Panelists include John B. King, Jr., Chancellor of SUNY and former U.S. Secretary of Education; Angela Beatty, Chief Leadership and Human Resources Officer at Accenture; and Cory Turner, Correspondent/Senior Editor, NPR Ed. While the event is free, registration is required. Click here for more information and to register

Domestic Violence Awareness – Resources to Promote Community Safety Monday, October 28, 2024 2:00-3:15pm > ZOOM > FREE Join us for a training on domestic violence awareness, focusing on employee and workplace safety, and lesser-discussed topics such as child sexual abuse. Domestic violence knows no socio-economic, racial or gender-identity boundaries. The impacts are felt beyond the tragedies within the family . . . in our workplaces, schools and communities. This session will cover Domestic Violence (DV) Basics, key steps for what to do and not do in response, workplace policies, and Westchester County and community resources. Nonprofit Assets: Domestic Violence […]