Actual Law House Success: HBY‧LAW examples
‘At HBY‧LAW we offer our clients skilled, impassioned advocacy, transparent communication and a customized legal strategy. The results we secure – whether in economic crime or intellectual property disputes, real estate cases or matters arising from inheritance – speak for themselves. Here, we offer a few selectively chosen case studies that describe how, in practice, we have helped people, families and businesses. Each case study reflects key qualities of our work on their behalf: our holistic representation, our commitment to the client’s best interests and the tangible results that great legal work can achieve.’
Medical Malpractice Defence: Clearing a Doctor’s Good Name
A prominent New York surgeon faced allegations of negligence in a complex surgical case, putting at risk not only his medical license but also his good reputation. Plaintiff claimed that improper technique had been employed and sought substantial damages. HBY‧LAW, led by Attorney Pai Tsung-Hung, thoroughly reviewed medical records, retained independent medical experts, and identified procedural errors in the hospital’s documentation. Through vigorous discovery proceedings and compelling courtroom presentation, the standard of care was proven to have been met and that complications were due to unforeseeable medical risks. The Court dismissed all claims against our client and our physician was able to practice medicine without restriction. This is an example of how we combined our legal expertise with a clear understanding of complicated medical issues to achieve justice for professionals facing threats to their livelihood.
Internet Defamation: Preserving a Small Business
A Brooklyn-based e-commerce platform was victimized by an anonymous smear campaign on social media. The result: Lost sales and reputational damage. The business sought legal help from HBY‧LAW. We quickly identified, via digital forensics, the person behind the anonymous post that caused substantial harm to our client. We filed suit seeking removal of false information and damages. Via strategic negotiation we obtained a public retraction, removal of the harmful substance, and a confidential settlement. Not only did we help defend a small business from cyber defamation, creating a precedent on this point, but we helped our client regain its online reputation thereafter. Moreover, its e-commerce activity within months exceeded pre-incident sales.
Economic Crime Defence: Exonerating an Innocent Businessman
A neighborhood restaurant faced embezzlement charges stemming from an internal audit conducted by a former employee who allegedly noticed various financial discrepancies. Facing criminal penalties and the loss of his business, the restaurant owner turned to HBY‧LAW. Our firm performed an independent forensic accounting analysis and discovered that the variations stemmed from outdated software systems and clerical mistakes-not scheme or fraud. After presenting the evidence to the district attorney, we were able to negotiate the dismissal of all charges. We also helped secure a public statement by the prosecutor’s office that vindicated the client. The case not only spared our client from imprisonment, but it allowed him to keep his business and in turn, his employees’ livelihoods-and paralleled the impact on a vital neighborhood business.
Tax Challenges: Saving A Family’s Home
A Queens family received an unexpected tax lien and premature foreclosure due to alleged delinquency in payment of property taxes. Through an initial free consultation, the family asked HBY‧LAW for assistance in dealing with their confusion and anxiety. We quickly discovered a municipal clerical inaccuracy and collected documentary proof to disprove the tax lien. We appeared on behalf of the family at administrative hearings, negotiated directly with the city’s law department, and obtained withdrawal of the municipal tax lien. The family kept their home, saved thousands of dollars off their judgment, and received a written apology from the city. This matter demonstrates our skill in administrative and tax law, as well as our sensitivity to vulnerable clients.
Intellectual Property Success: Protecting Invention
Our independent app developer client discovered a large competitor had copied her software and was selling it for a fraction of the independent’s price. HBY‧LAW filed an emergency copyright infringement suit and a motion for a preliminary injunction to stop the competitor’s sales. Our team developed a solid portfolio of evidence, including source code comparisons and expert testimony. The court entered the injunction, and after discovery the defendant entered into a favorable settlement that provided for licensing fees and a public acknowledgement of our client’s authorship. This swift action not only secured our client’s IP assets, but also freed her to grow her business without fear of another theft.
Labor Law Defence: Winning Justice for Unpaid Commission
A group of service staff working at a hospitality company in Manhattan complained of persistent underpayment and unpaid overtime. HBY‧LAW took over the case as a class action and was able to document the wage violations and collect testimony from current and former staff members. The case ended when it was resolved by way of a mediation, netting the workers a significant settlement-including back wages, damages, improved assignments systems, and better-defined work policies. Our firm’s efforts helped ensure that the service staff were duly compensated and that the employer took steps to implement lasting changes to come into compliance with labor law. This case is an example of our success in ensuring employee rights are preserved and good workplaces created.
Real Estate Litigation: Resolving a Complicated Title Dispute
An out-of-state investor had purchased a townhouse in Brooklyn, only to find out that an unknown but long-standing title defect clouded his recently acquired title. HBY‧LAW performed a full title search, located the decades-old clerical error, and commenced a quiet title action. After negotiating with all the parties involved (including the municipal authorities and former owners), we were able to obtain a quick resolution, clearing the title and allowing our client to move forward with its development of the property. Our real estate litigation experience allowed us to bring the dispute to a swift conclusion, saving our client both time and serious risk.
Inheritance Estate Representation: Reuniting a Family with its Fortune
A client came to us at HBY‧LAW after discovering that she had been cut out of her late father’s last will in a manner that raised many red flags. We found the document was procured through undue influence and in violation of many legal formalities. We filed a will contest in probate court, offering persuasive testimony and documentary evidence. The Court held in our client’s favor – restoring her proper share of the inheritance and maintaining the integrity of the estate administration. This is yet another example of our wealth of experience with inheritances together with our sensitive handling of family situations.
Choose HBY‧LAW: Experience, Success and Client Care
These cases are but a small sampling of the many successes Attorney Pai Tsung-Hung and the HBY‧LAW team have garnered on behalf of our clients. The depth of our firm’s knowledge, its dedication to a no-nonsense approach and its genuine commitment to its clients make us stand out among a sea of firms from New York to all across the United States. Whether our clients need support during a crisis, ongoing legal counsel or someone to provide them with the very best strategies to protect their interests, we are there to help and guide them through the process. This is true from our free initial consultation through all levels of service. We never want to discourage a client from getting quality legal advice because they are unsure about their financial options.
Connect with HBY‧LAW: Start Your Legal Success Story
If you are looking for an experienced lawyer to provide dedicated legal advice in the context of criminal law, civil law, administrative law, or other areas of specialized legal practice, then HBY‧LAW is here to serve you. Call a seasoned attorney now to discuss your case in a free legal consultation. Call (934) 936-9172, e-mail [email protected], or visit our office in New York NY located at 100 Wall St 88th Fl, New York NY 10005. If you want additional information about other areas of practice and resources, visit us at our website https://hbylaw.com/. We look forward to harnessing our experience and commitment on your behalf; we are committed to your success.