Firm News

New Partners Announcement

Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP is proud to announce the promotion of four lawyers to its partnership: Lisa M. Fresolone (f/k/a Lisa M. Landers); Stephen R. Macho; Ross A. Ruggiero; and Timothy D. Cameron.  The promotions to the partnership highlight the firm’s dedication to developing our attorneys and delivering exceptional legal services to our clients. “These four talented attorneys have demonstrated great ability in the practice of law […]

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Lewis Johs Partners Educate Insurance Executives on Effective Claim Handling and Case Evaluation

Partners Rebecca K. Devlin and Karen Berberich recently lectured to insurance executives about the importance of thoroughly investigating and properly evaluating cases at the claim stage and during the litigation process. Karen addressed the duties and obligations of insurers to their insureds, and the consequences of an insurer’s breach of its duty of good faith […]

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“New York Lawmakers Again Pass Wrongful Death Damages Bill.
Is Another Veto in Store?”

Source:  Insurance Journal New York’s current wrongful death law does not permit recovery for pain and suffering, mental anguish, or loss of companionship for surviving family members. It restricts damages to pecuniary, or tangible, monetary damages only. Further, it limits recovery in wrongful death cases to a decedent’s immediate family members – a child, parent, spouse, or the estate’s representative. The latest version […]

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Fred Johs and John Saville Honored by Little Flower Children & Family Services of NY

On Thursday, May 25th, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York hosted the Advancing Innovation Cocktail Reception at the Garden City Hotel. This memorable occasion was held to honor founding partner Fred Johs and to recognize partner John Saville for their outstanding contributions to the organization. The reception achieved an overwhelming response from […]

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Partner Tom Dargan Lectures at the Annual Primerus Defense Institute Convocation

On April 22, 2023, Partner Tom Dargan had the pleasure of speaking at the 2023 Annual Primerus (PDI) Convocation, which was held at the Wild Dunes Resort in Charleston, South Carolina.  The national in-person event was held over the course of three days.  Tom gave a presentation on “Pre-Trial Evaluation: When Should It Be Addressed; […]

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Senior Counsel Jessica Klotz Featured in Primerus Weekly

The weekly online publication for the International Society of Primerus Law Firms, Primerus Weekly, features Jessica Klotz, senior counsel for Lewis Johs. The article discusses what drew Jessica to a career in law, some memories shared, and her thoughts on mentorship. To read the article, click here: https://www.primerus.com/jersey-girl-had-early-ambitions-for-an-impactful-career-in-law-primerus-weekly.htm (https://www.primerus.com/jersey-girl-had-early-ambitions-for-an-impactful-career-in-law-primerus-weekly.htm)

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Attorney Stephen Macho Obtains Summary Judgment

Attorney Stephen Macho successfully moved for summary judgment in a general liability action. Plaintiff alleged she tripped and fell on the sidewalk abutting a building in Queens due to a defective gap cap located in the sidewalk. Our client leased only the second floor of the building. The Court agreed with Mr. Macho’s argument that […]

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Attorney Michael Del Piano named 2022 Pro Bono Leader by the ABA

The American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service has recognized Lewis Johs Senior Counsel Michael Del Piano as a 2022 Pro Bono Leader for his extraordinary pro bono services through ABA Free Legal Answers, a virtual civil legal advice clinic. Through Free Legal Answers, Michael advised qualifying low-income New Yorkers on […]

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Partner Tom Dargan Serves as a Legal Panelist at the Annual IMG Conference in Michigan

On February 2-3, 2023, Partner Thomas Dargan served as a panelist in connection with a national conference hosted by IMG (“International Motorcoach Group”) for its members in Detroit, Michigan. Tom discussed several major legal issues facing the transportation industry in 2023, including technology in the courtroom and keeping motorcoach bus drivers engaged during the course […]

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Lewis Johs Attorneys Featured in the SCBA’s Winter 2023 Edition of the Legal Brief

The firm received great coverage in the Suffolk County Bar Association’s Winter 2023 Edition of the Legal Brief. Attorneys Robert Yenchman and Michael Clancy are featured in the publication on pages 16 and 29. A tribute to the Hon. Robert W. Doyle, J.S.C. is also included on page 7. To read the full publication, click […]

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