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.
Providing Case Feedback 101: How to Increase Your Chance of Retention
Finding the right expert can be a daunting task for attorneys, especially when the case involves highly complex and scientific information with which the attorney is unfamiliar.
Posted on March 9, 2021 in Legal Tech Solutions & Resources for Experts
Money Matters: Handling the Financials in Your Expert Retainer Agreement
Both inside and outside the courtroom, experts’ services are becoming increasingly indispensable in all stages of litigation. As experts become more and more involved in a case, and the scope of their performance broadens, so will their fees. As such, it is critical for experts to confirm all aspects of their fee arrangements prior to the start of their work.
Posted on March 16, 2021 in Contracts, Retainers, & Reports & Resources for Experts & Working with Experts
3 Ways to Save Money When Consulting with Experts
Expert witnesses have become increasingly valuable when litigating a legal case. But fees can be burdensome. This is particularly true for small or midsize firms and especially during lengthy or complex litigation. Instead of forgoing a necessary component of your case—or putting it off until the last moment—check out the below three ways to keep
Posted on March 22, 2021 in Legal Tech Solutions & Working with Experts
Geico Faces Class Action for Deceptive Insurance Practices During Pandemic
Geico Corp., a unit of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is facing a class action lawsuit. Its Illinois customer base alleges that the company engaged in deceptive marketing practices and charged excessive premiums. Although the U.S. District Court granted Geico’s motion to dismiss in part, the remaining causes of action will proceed. Pandemic Disruptions The
Posted on March 29, 2021 in COVID-19 & Litigation Monitor & News
Amendments to Federal Rule of Evidence 702 Loom Closer
When the Supreme Court set the standard for expert testimony admissibility in Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, Inc., 509 U.S. 579 (1993), it upended decades of prior case law interpretation of what it means to be an expert. In light of the decision’s enormity, Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Evidence was subsequently amended
Posted on April 5, 2021 in FRE, Daubert, & Frye & News
Debt Agency Settles with 41 Attorneys General Over Data Breach Impacting 21 Million Americans
Medical data collection has hopefully become a little safer. On March 11, 2021, the Retrieval-Masters Creditors Bureau (doing business as “American Medical Collection Agency” or “AMCA”) entered into a nationwide settlement with attorneys general of 40 states and Washington D.C. The settlement centered around a data breach that potentially exposed the personal information of nearly
Posted on April 2, 2021 in Litigation Monitor & News
Expert Removed from Diagnosing Child Abuse Cases: Why Qualifications Matter
After providing medical expert testimony in suspected child abuse cases for more than three years, a doctor in Tacoma, Washington has left her hospital post. Dr. Elizabeth Woods’s exit comes after an explosive investigation exposed her lack of credentials in this practice area. As an expert witness, Dr. Woods was tasked with offering medical opinions
Posted on April 9, 2021 in News & Working with Experts
COVID-19 Clorox Lawsuit Dismissed: What this Means for the Future of False Advertising
In the era of COVID-19, nothing has become quite as ubiquitous as cleaning and sanitizing products. As the demand grew for these products, so did the inspection into their efficacy. In one case, a consumer challenged Clorox’s advertising claims concerning the disinfectant ability of one of its products. Although the proposed class action, Gudgel v.
Posted on April 12, 2021 in COVID-19 & Litigation Monitor & News
Supreme Court Rules in Google’s Favor in Android “Fair Use” Case
The United States Supreme Court recently ruled that Google’s use of another software company’s code in building its Android platform was permissible under the fair use doctrine. The decision comes after 10 plus years of litigation on the issue. The long-awaited verdict establishes a groundbreaking precedent in the world of coding and intellectual property as
Posted on April 16, 2021 in Litigation Monitor & News
Amazon May Face Labor Complaint Over Illegal Retaliation
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), an independent federal agency and quasi-judicial body handling workplace practices cases, recently reviewed a number of headline Amazon firings. The Board examined the circumstances under which the company dismissed two corporate employees after they voiced workplace safety concerns. The NLRB announced that Amazon’s firings constituted an illegal retaliation in
Posted on April 16, 2021 in COVID-19 & Litigation Monitor & News