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Court rules against plaintiff in personal injury case appeal

The New York Appellate Division reverses a lower court's decision, dismissing a personal injury case due to lack of timely service.

Court reinstates breach of escrow agreement case in New York

The New York Appellate Division reversed a lower court's dismissal of a breach of escrow agreement case, allowing the plaintiff's claims to proceed.

Court rules on liability in construction injury case

The New York court ruled on liability in a personal injury case involving a construction worker injured while moving steel beams.

Court rules against plaintiff in slip and fall case

The New York court upheld a ruling favoring AKI Acquisition Corp. in a slip and fall lawsuit, impacting personal injury claims and property owner responsibilities.

Court rules on dog bite case involving Gata Rein Ranch

The court affirmed the dismissal of a personal injury case against Gata Rein Ranch, ruling it had no liability for a dog bite incident.

New York court rules on trust ownership dispute in Sakeni case

The Appellate Division of New York upholds a lower court's decision in a trust ownership dispute involving Rockville Corp. and its trustees.

Court rules in favor of Mount Sinai in malpractice case

The New York Appellate Division upheld a ruling favoring Mount Sinai Doctors in a medical malpractice case involving cataract surgery.

New York court rules on property dispute between brothers

A New York court ruled in favor of Nathan Sakeni in a property dispute with his brother's estate, granting a preliminary injunction against selling the property.

Court rules against plaintiff in legal malpractice case

The New York Appellate Division ruled against Jill Rosenthal in her legal malpractice case against Liberty Mutual Insurance and her former attorneys.

Court rules on liability in slip-and-fall case at wedding venue

The New York Appellate Division affirms dismissal of a slip-and-fall case against Temple Israel of Lawrence, clarifying property owner liability.

Court revives personal injury case against Waterview Towers, Inc.

The Appellate Division reinstates Wilfred Rivera's personal injury lawsuit against Waterview Towers, Inc., allowing him to seek damages for a trip and fall.

Court rules on insurance dispute involving car accident claims

The New York Appellate Division ruled on a case involving Personal Service Insurance and a car accident, impacting insurance obligations for defendants.

Court upholds level three sex offender designation for Jimenez

The New York Appellate Division affirms the designation of Juan Jimenez as a level three sex offender, impacting his future and community safety.

New York court modifies probation conditions for Hutchins case

A New York appellate court has modified probation conditions for Sharaya Hutchins, impacting how probation terms relate to rehabilitation needs.

New York court rules on medical malpractice case involving student

A New York court upheld a ruling favoring a medical student in a malpractice case, impacting future medical liability claims against supervised personnel.

Court rules in favor of Metropolitan Life in mortgage case

The New York Appellate Division upholds a ruling favoring Metropolitan Life Insurance in a mortgage foreclosure case against Marina Ilyasov and Mark Suleymanov.

New York attorney publicly censured for misconduct in case

Attorney Jay C. Sherman faces public censure after failing to file asylum application correctly and mishandling client's retainer fee.

Court dismisses Lewis's appeal against NYC Transit Authority

The court upheld the dismissal of Maurice G. Lewis's claims against the NYC Transit Authority and unions in a recent ruling.

New York court dismisses case against Yorktown Town Board

A New York appellate court upheld the dismissal of a case against the Yorktown Town Board regarding a planning decision, citing statute of limitations.

Court rules against NYC worker's disability retirement claim

The court denies Kevin Hernandez's claim for accidental disability retirement benefits from NYCERS, affecting city workers' rights to such benefits.

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