Below is a sampling of decisions, media and outcomes showcasing our firm's results for our clients.
Jury Verdict: $1,318,913.98
$1.3 Million Jury Award for Property Loss After Fire
After a multi-week jury trial in the Supreme Court of New York, plaintiff was awarded $638,375 with interests and costs, totaling over $1.3 million. The award was to compensate plaintiff for the loss of his property after a fire negligently caused by the defendants caused devastating damages.
Jury Verdict: $250,000
Jury Finds Workplace Battery, Awards $250,000 to Plaintiff
A Southern District of New York jury awarded a research scientist $250,000, after finding in her favor on a battery charge, finding that plaintiff had been touched without her consent in the workplace.
Victory at Summary Judgment Stage in Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
Imbesi Law represented a former CUNY librarian who was denied extra time to finish a required degree while suffering from depression. A judge allowed the case to move forward, finding there was a question of fact about whether CUNY should have provided the extra time as a reasonable accommodation.
City of New York’s Motion Denied, Plaintiff’s Claims Advance
The firm represented a cook for the NYC Department of Correction in an action alleging discrimination based on race, sex, and veteran status, as well as retaliation for prior protected activities. Defendants repeatedly denied her promotions while she was subjected to retaliatory comments from coworkers and supervisors. The court denied the City's motion for summary judgment, allowing the plaintiff's claims for employment discrimination and retaliation to advance to trial.
Successfully Negotiated Severance Agreements
Attorney Brittany Weiner regularly negotiates severance agreements for individuals who have lost their jobs. Her recent negotiations include, but are not limited to obtaining i) 10 additional weeks of pay, ii) 2 additional months on payroll, iii) 8 additional weeks of pay, iv) cash equivalent of equity that would have vested shortly after termination date, and v) 3 months of COBRA insurance premiums covered.
Broker Successfully Removes Decades Old Customer Complaint from his Record
Imbesi Law's client, a financial advisor, sought expungement of a 12-year-old customer complaint alleging unauthorized transactions in a variable annuity contract. Through representation by Brittany Weiner, the client testified the sale was authorized and he was not the registered representative involved. The arbitrator recommended expungement, concluding the allegations were false.
Court Denies Summary Judgment – Client’s Commission Case Survives Early Dismissal Attempt
Imbesi Law represents a real estate agent who alleges unpaid commissions from her former team leader at Compass, filing claims for breach of contract, quantum meruit, and unjust enrichment. The defendant's motion for summary judgment was denied by Judge Louis Nock, allowing the client to proceed with her case to recover the unpaid commissions due to remaining material issues of fact.
Handyman Hospitalized and Fired After Ceiling Collapse — Lawsuit Filed
A handyman, represented by Imbesi Law Group, filed a lawsuit alleging he became ill after a rat-infested ceiling collapsed on him due to his bosses' failure to provide adequate safety gear. He further claims he was fired in retaliation for filing a workplace-safety complaint with OSHA. The lawsuit seeks compensation for his injuries and wrongful termination.
Attorney Brittany Weiner Named Rising Star by Super Lawyers
For the third consecutive year, Imbesi Law P.C. partner Brittany Weiner has been selected as a 2019 New York Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine, an honor bestowed upon only 2.5% of attorneys in the New York Metro area. Ms. Weiner continues to represent individuals in various employment disputes and registered representatives in FINRA arbitration matters.
Lawsuit Alleges Workplace Breastfeeding Discrimination, Featured by NY Post
Imbesi Law P.C. filed a lawsuit on behalf of a former employee against Neway Fertility Corp., alleging the clinic failed to provide a suitable location for the employee to express breast milk in the workplace, as required by federal and state law. The complaint also asserts that the employee was discriminated against and ridiculed for her decision to breastfeed.
Summary Judgment Denied: Plaintiff Advances Retaliation Claim in Disability Case
Imbesi Law P.C. successfully represented a plaintiff in a case against her former employer. The court denied the employer’s motion for summary judgment on the retaliation claim, allowing the plaintiff to move forward with her allegation that she was fired for raising concerns about disability discrimination and the failure to provide reasonable accommodations.
FINRA Arbitration Clears Broker’s Record, Removes Defamatory Termination Explanation
Attorney Brittany Weiner of Imbesi Law P.C. successfully represented a FINRA broker in an arbitration that resulted in the expungement of her Form U5, changing the "Termination Explanation" from her former employer's original reason. The FINRA arbitration decision found the initial termination explanation on the analyst's Form U5 to be false and defamatory, granting the expungement.
Representing Victims of Maspeth Federal Bank Safe Deposit Box Robbery
Our firm represented several victims whose safe deposit boxes were broken into at Maspeth Federal Bank in Queens, New York. The victims lost valuable cash and personal property. Banks often try to avoid responsibility for such losses. You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible (typically, before giving any written statements or submitting any proof of loss) as it may be possible to hold the bank liable for your damages.
Santander Sued Over Burglary and Loss from Safe Deposit Box Break-In
Imbesi Law P.C. filed a lawsuit against Santander Holdings USA, Inc., alleging negligence and gross negligence in securing the contents of a client's safe deposit box. The complaint states that a Santander Bank branch was burglarized, with contents of multiple safe deposit boxes stolen, and that the bank breached its contract with the plaintiff, resulting in a loss.
Imbesi Law P.C. Represents Victims of Flushing Bank Safe Deposit Box Robbery
Several victims of a safe deposit box robbery at a Flushing Bank branch in Bayside, Queens, retained Imbesi Law P.C. after being informed they would not be reimbursed for their losses. Imbesi Law P.C. has a track record of recovering significant compensation for safe deposit box victims against other banks, often overcoming initial bank denials of responsibility. The firm asserts that banks can be held liable for negligence regardless of personal insurance requirements.
Successful FINRA Arbitration Removes Defamatory Information from Brokers’ Form U5
Attorneys Brittany Weiner and Vincent Imbesi of Imbesi Christensen successfully represented two FINRA brokers seeking expungement of information from FINRA's CRD and their Form U5. After an arbitration hearing, the FINRA arbitration award granted the request for expungement, with the arbitrator finding that the customer complaint's allegations were false.