Anjelica Cappellino, J.D.

Anjelica Cappellino, Esq., a New York Law School alumna and psychology graduate from St. John’s University, is an accomplished attorney at Meringolo & Associates, P.C. She specializes in federal criminal defense and civil litigation, with significant experience in high-profile cases across New York’s Southern and Eastern Districts. Her notable work includes involvement in complex cases such as United States v. Joseph Merlino, related to racketeering, and U.S. v. Jimmy Cournoyer, concerning drug trafficking and criminal enterprise.

Ms. Cappellino has effectively represented clients in sentencing preparations, often achieving reduced sentences. She has also actively participated in federal civil litigation, showcasing her diverse legal skill set. Her co-authored article in the Albany Law Review on the Federal Sentencing Guidelines underscores her deep understanding of federal sentencing and its legal nuances. Cappellino's expertise in both trial and litigation marks her as a proficient attorney in federal criminal and civil law.

Anjelica Cappellino, J.D.

A Guide to Using Experts in Arbitration

Alternative dispute resolution is a growing business, with 90% of civil cases entering into a settlement in lieu of pursuing a trial. In light of the case backlog in the U.S. court system—and the subsequent time and cost of having cases pending—it’s not surprising that many litigants choose to resolve their disputes outside of court.

Posted on February 18, 2020 in Working with Experts

The Ultimate Guide to Using Expert Witness Exhibits in Court

The purpose of expert testimony is to help fact finders understand scientific or complex facts at issue during trial. In certain cases, an expert’s verbal testimony may be sufficient to convey complex ideas. However, more often than not, other evidence is needed to further explain, illustrate, or summarize the testimony. This additional evidence is usually

Posted on March 10, 2020 in Working with Experts

Expert Witness Trial Tactics: How Storytelling and Metaphors Win Cases

Trying a case before a jury is no small task. As the saying goes, it is not what you know, it is what you can prove. But to take it a step further, it is also what you can explain.

Posted on March 12, 2020 in Resources for Experts & Trial Tactics

Screening Personal Injury Cases for Merit: How Medical Experts Can Help

Personal injury lawsuits are notoriously tricky. What may seem like a strong or easy case to defend often changes with time. Before taking on a new matter, it’s critical to fully investigate all potential defenses for the injuries sustained. Medical experts are a necessary, yet often overlooked, component of this process. If retained prior to

Posted on March 24, 2020 in Working with Experts

Privacy Protections in the Coronavirus Era: Can Employers Disclose Employee Health Information?

Last week, a record 3.3 million Americans filed for unemployment following massive layoffs and furloughs secondary to COVID-19 business closures. As Americans struggle to avoid exposure to the virus and desperately hang onto their paychecks, for countless people, safety on the job is an even greater concern. Social distancing is nearly impossible for essential employees,

Posted on March 31, 2020 in COVID-19

Wells Fargo Agrees to $3 Billion Settlement For Faking Customer Accounts

Wells Fargo & Co., the fourth-largest bank in the United States, has agreed to pay $3 billion to settle civil lawsuits and resolve criminal prosecutions over its fake customer accounts scandal. In 2016, it was revealed that for over a decade, Wells Fargo had been creating unauthorized bank accounts in their customers’ names (without the

Posted on March 15, 2020 in Litigation Monitor

Apple Set to Pay $500 Million Settlement for Slowing Down iPhones

The Apple iPhone has inarguably changed the telecommunications landscape. With over 100 million iPhone users in the United States, Apple, which has sold more than 1.5 billion iPhones since 2009, accounts for approximately 45% of all smartphone users. Part of the iPhone consumer experience (and what may have played a part in Apple’s huge profitability)

Posted on March 15, 2020 in Litigation Monitor

COVID-19 Business Interruption Insurance Lawsuits: What You Need to Know

The economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses have been dire, to say the least. With many businesses being forced to close either due to government shutdown orders or simply due to a lack of customer base in light of quarantines, the effects can be long-term and detrimental to businesses that simply cannot afford

Posted on April 27, 2020 in COVID-19

COVID-19 PPE Shortages: Who is Liable?

To date, COVID-19 has killed over 71,000 Americans and infected over 1.2 million across the country. One of the biggest hurdles caused by the coronavirus pandemic has been shortages of COVID-19 personal protective equipment (PPE). These shortages have been especially dire for essential workers on the frontline. The country’s contagion coupled with inadequate protective equipment

Posted on May 14, 2020 in COVID-19

More Than 70 Universities Sued for Refunds Following COVID-19 Campus Closures

More than 4,000 universities and colleges in the United States have closed their campuses and switched to online learning formats in response to the virus, affecting at least 25 million students. With most closures occurring in mid-March, many students have had to complete their spring semester via online learning. The closure of college campuses has

Posted on May 26, 2020 in COVID-19