Downey & Lenkov LLC

We're excited to share that Downey & Lenkov has been named in the 2025 Best Law Firms® rankings by Best Lawyers. This year, we were selected as Tier 1 in Construction Law and Construction Litigation nationally and regionally. Additionally, we've been ranked regionally for Workers’ Compensation.   We appreciate the recognition and are thankful for the support! For details about our rankings, visit our profile here: https://lnkd.in/g7fD8RBz

Income Member Margery Newman unpacks the evolving legal landscape surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This case raises significant questions for businesses, legal professionals, and policymakers about constitutionality, enforcement and compliance timelines. Stay tuned for updates as this issue develops. Read here:

This newsletter includes articles on: - Case Successes - Defining Traveling Employees - Chain of Event Analysis - Firm news and more Read here:

Join Capital Members Kirsten Kaiser Kus and Michael Milstein at the CLM Focus Conference on February 11 -12, 2025 in Lake Buena Vista, FL.   Kirsten Kaiser Kus will co-present “Navigating New Trends and Risks in Work Comp Cases” on 2/11 at 2:30 PM EST.   Kirsten joins Evelyn Eury, Attorney Ya'Sheaka Williams and Ron Carter to discuss emerging trends and risks in workers’ compensation cases. This esteemed panel will share strategies for successfully navigating these challenges while ensuring optimal outcomes.   Michael will co-present “Navigating the Risks and Rewards of AI in Claims and Litigation” on 2/12 at 11:15 AM EST.    Michael joins Kevin Lederer and Marci Reading to explore AI's transformative impact on the claims and litigation process. This distinguished panel will discuss best practices and key considerations for leveraging AI while managing associated risks. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gufwAJVz

Happy New Year from all of us at Downey & Lenkov! 🎉 Wishing you the very best in the year ahead!

Capital Member Kirsten Kaiser Kus is a featured guest on a new quarterly podcast Claims Never Sleep hosted by Meghan Henry. She is joined by three other exceptional women: Dr. Claire C. Muselman, Evelyn Eury and Dawn-Ann Dykes for an inspiring discussion about leadership, resilience and empowering women in law and claims.   Click here to listen:

Tomorrow! Join Income Member Brian Rosenblatt and Associate Ryan Dezonno as they discuss lessons from your favorite holiday movies. What can these classics teach you about defending workers' compensation claims? Topics include: - Effective claim handling - Settlement strategies - Fact gathering and necessary follow-up questions - Release and resignation This interactive session will feature fun scenarios from your most beloved holiday films. Be sure to stay for the holiday trivia with giveaways after the presentation! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gb9A7bd9

🎳🎄We’re rolling into the season with style! Our team had a blast celebrating the holiday season at 10pin Bowling Lounge last week. Happy Holidays from all of us to you!

Congratulations to Income Member Jeffrey Kehl on securing summary judgment in Cook County, Illinois! The case involved a pedestrian who tripped and fell on the sidewalk immediately in front of our client’s restaurant. Plaintiff claimed that some of the sidewalk had been appropriated by our client for outdoor seating and therefore had a duty to maintain the sidewalk and to protect invitees from tripping hazards in the area around the restaurant. In Jeff’s Motion for Summary Judgment, he presented evidence that Plaintiff was not an invitee but rather just a pedestrian walking past the restaurant. He also argued that the sidewalk was property of the City of Chicago and the portion on which Plaintiff fell had not been appropriated by our client.