I have difficulties in understanding some pages, such as: 1)related cases 2)in the table of authorities cited on part that asks cases 3)statement of the case. These are the 3 that I have difficulties in understanding, in which, I have to make sure that I fill it out correctly or it will get... View More 
It was dismissed because the accusatory instrument was in error. She won the appeal, mind you this is on a city court level. I feel this is harassment and violating my civil rights. Wasn't the dismissal the law? How can she win an appeal on factual law??
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
Yes, you had to be notified. The prosecution had to send your attorney a copy of its a motion. So, check if your attorney received it or not. If he did, he should have informed you. If your attorney did not receive a copy of the prosecution's motion, then the appeal may have been defective.... View More
I have filed an appeal on an order of dismissal on FO petition that was erroneously dismissed. the courts denied the review of any evidence supporting my petition; denied the review of anything of my petition for that matter. Errors also contained on the “order of dismissal”; the incorrect type... View More
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answered on Mar 21, 2024
If judicial misconduct is proven and relevant to your case, it could significantly impact the appellate court's decision to obtain jurisdiction. Courts take claims of judicial misconduct seriously, especially if they affect the fairness and integrity of the legal process. However, proving... View More
I would like the case reopened. I was under duress. Attorneys and Judge failed to inform me that I had time to amend. Settled for lesser amount.
Attorney was on vacation during the entire time we had to prepare for the case, she'd informed me that it was very unfortunate.... View More
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answered on Nov 4, 2023
If you've agreed to a settlement in a New York State Division of Human Rights (NYS DHR) case and wish to appeal, you should be aware that typically, a settlement agreement is final and binding once signed.
However, if you believe you were under duress or there were other improprieties... View More
"The Supreme Court reaffirmed that the right to receive information is a fundamental right protected under the U.S. Constitution when it considered whether a local school board violated the Constitution by removing books from a school library. In that decision, the Supreme Court held that... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
The right to receive information, as established in Board of Education v. Pico, is indeed a fundamental one. However, the interpretation and application of this right are complex.
While the Pico case set a precedent, it doesn't mean that all forms of censorship are automatically... View More
answered on Aug 31, 2023
Hard copies must be filed. Respondent then has 30 days to file brief but usually requests extensions.
I believe that, once upon a time, a publisher published the works of mark twain but censored what may have been offensive. The censorship won out in the end. (evil won in that case) but i wonder if that case was disputed further and appealed. does anyone know?
The Roald Dhal censorship was... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
I'm familiar with historical cases of censorship, such as those involving Mark Twain's works, but whether a specific case was appealed and overturned would require a thorough review of the legal history and court records. Appeals and potential outcomes depend on various factors, including... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2023
You can certainly have an attorney-client relationship without a written retainer agreement. The better practice, however, is to have a written retainer agreement which sets forth the duties and responsibilities of both the attorney and the client. That said, if you are unhappy with your current... View More
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answered on Jun 16, 2023
No. Not unless D also appealed, in which case he could obtain an automatic stay pursuant to CPLR 5519[a][2], by posting an undertaking, or making a motion for a discretionary stay under CPLR 5519[c].
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answered on Mar 9, 2023
A: (This answer clarfies an answer given yesterday). The fact that a motion reargument was denied will not prevent you from following through with your appeal from the original order, so long as you filed a timely notice of appeal from the original order. If you did not do that, it will be too... View More
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answered on Mar 9, 2023
The fact that you lost the motion to reargue will not prevent you fr om following through with your appeal so long as you filed a timely notice of appeal from the Order. If you did not do that, it will be too late to do so. You cannot appeal from an order which denied reargument unless the order,... View More
This info. needed asap.
answered on Dec 10, 2022
It could be difficult for attorneys to suggest general case law relevant to your given situation based on the brief description here. You could await a response, but given the short timelines for appeals, you could also consider reaching out to attorneys who practice in the area(s) of law involving... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2022
Generally, attorneys register active litigations and receive email alerts whenever an event occurs in the matter including when decisions are made.
That was postponed to a trial continues to get postponed have not subpoenaed my girlfriend into court but want to question her they have no witnesses they have nobody to testify my girlfriend is supply drug test reference letters certificates custody orders in regards to her own children and they... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2022
If you are not represented by an attorney, I strongly suggest you consult with one immediately. If you are preparing for a custody trial where certified documents may need to be submitted, it is essential that they are done properly. An attorney can also move the process forward for you. You are... View More
Is the appellant required to submit his reason for the appeal and his description of why he believes the judgement was wrong with the notice of appeal - or can that be done at a later date?
answered on Nov 14, 2022
The forms can be found on the Appellate Division website in the jurisdiction where the trial court was located. See, for example, the Second Department appeals forms: https://www.nycourts.gov/courts/ad2/formsandpracticeaids.shtml. The "informational statement" mentioned by my colleague... View More
answered on Nov 12, 2022
Usually, the notice of appeal is just that. A simple two sentence notice, with the case caption and signature and certificate of service. But in the information report or case summary report which usually has a strict deadline, that information is required.
funds could not be released. Chevy Chase Bank was assumed by Capital One bank 2009.
Completed takeover 2010. November 10, 2012 Chevy Chase a (DEFUNCT) bank filed a lien on the property (incorrectly - wrong block and lot number), Chevy Chase (DEFUNCT) bank assigned the purported mortgage... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
When is the foreclosure auction scheduled? If there was a defect in the assignment, you may be able to file an Order to Show Cause to stay the sale, but only before the auction is completed. After that you would have a very hard time undoing the sale.
Know that 2019 US Courts ruled that the information can now be viewed by the public.
answered on Oct 21, 2022
The US EPA has a link - "Case and Settlement Information" on their site - https://www.epa.gov/enforcement/deepwater-horizon-bp-gulf-mexico-oil-spill
They provide information on earlier settlements. You could check if they have updates or if they could direct you to resources with... View More
I’m remaining in F1 status (student visa-nonimmigration), I have far- relative lives in New York, he is owning a restaurant. I live with him and his family. I volunteer to help him with his restaurant during my free time just about 2-3 hours per week. No income received, no salary, no tips, no... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2022
If you are merely helping out without pay the I would not consider it employment.
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answered on Sep 4, 2022
Decisions are published on the court’s website. You also can find decisions on the NY Reporr website.
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