Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Sheryl Sanford and Associate Nicole J. Poccia recently secured dismissal of all claims asserted against the firm's client, a recovery facility focused on serving community members struggling with addiction. Plaintiff's complaint stemmed from her…
Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP is pleased to announce that Partner James J. Lofrese recently secured summary judgment dismissal of all claims asserted against the firm’s client, an adult day care rehabilitation facility serving members with cognitive impairments and brain injuries. The plaintiff, a member…
Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP is pleased to announce that Partner James J. Lofrese secured summary judgment dismissal of all claims asserted against the firm's client in a personal injury action arising from a construction accident. The plaintiff alleged injuries after falling through an elevator…
Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP is pleased to announce that Partner James J. Lofrese secured voluntary discontinuance of all claims asserted against the firm’s client in a personal injury action arising from a highway construction project. The plaintiff alleged injuries after stepping on unsecured construction…
Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Dana K. Marjieh secured dismissal of all claims against the firm's client, an accountant named as a third-party defendant in a professional liability action. The case involved allegations that the firm's client was professionally…
Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP Partner John Bieder recently obtained a judgment at arbitration in a premises liability case finding that his client had no responsibility for the area where plaintiff's accident occurred. Prior to trial, the defendants, two neighboring building owners, agreed to settle…
Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP Partner John Bieder recently obtained summary judgment in a construction defect case, dismissing the plaintiffs’ causes of action and all cross-claims against BMS’ client. The case involved allegations that BMS’ client, an architect, was professionally negligent in the design and…
Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP Partner Dana K. Marjieh recently obtained summary judgment in a premises liability case involving a plaintiff who alleged she was injured in a slip and fall accident. Dana obtained complete dismissal of the plaintiff's negligence claims, as well as co-defendants…
The Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP team once again donated their time and effort to support Feeding Westchester, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping food-insecure residents across Westchester County. This year’s volunteer day continues BM&S’s longstanding commitment to meaningful community engagement and local impact. Last…
Founding Partner Sheryl Sanford recently volunteered—together with her daughter and more than 20 other community members—with Hillside Food Outreach, a nonprofit organization that delivers healthy, nutrient-dense groceries to individuals and families across Westchester, Putnam, and Fairfield Counties. The team of women from the Westchester Woman's…
Black Marjieh & Sanford LLP is pleased to announce that five of its attorneys have been recognized by Super Lawyers® for 2025 honors. Partners Lisa J. Black, Sheryl A. Sanford, Dana K. Marjieh, Steven R. Lau, and John W. Bieder have been selected as 2025 Super Lawyers. This year's recognition continues a long…
Black, Marjieh & Sanford LLP Founding Partner Lisa Black and Partner John W. Bieder will attend the 2025 USLAW Network Construction Law Executive Legal Forum, October 22–24 at Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina. John will serve as a facilitator for the session “Experts in…