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Court rules against plaintiff in personal injury case

The New York Appellate Division dismissed a personal injury case against Barth-Gross Electric Co. and Skyforce Group, affirming lower court's ruling.

Court dismisses fraud claims in Whitfield v. Vizhco case

The New York Appellate Division ruled on fraud claims in Whitfield v. Vizhco, affecting insurance fraud allegations and personal liability.

Court rules on attorney discharge in personal injury case

New York court rules on attorney discharge, impacting personal injury claims and attorney-client relationships.

Court rules on disbursements in Underhill Venture case

The New York Appellate Court clarifies rules on disbursements in Underhill Venture, LLC v. Sarang, impacting future legal cost claims.

Court rules in favor of U.S. Bank in mortgage foreclosure case

The New York Appellate Division upheld a decision favoring U.S. Bank in a mortgage foreclosure case against Liat Cohen, impacting homeowners facing similar issues.

Court rules in favor of homeowner in mortgage foreclosure case

The New York Appellate Division upheld a ruling dismissing a mortgage foreclosure case against Taliby Diane due to plaintiff's inaction.

Court allows amendment in labor law case against Gaia Produce

New York court permits plaintiff to add employer in labor law case, impacting employee rights and employer responsibilities.

New York court revives wrongful death case against health center

The New York Appellate Division reversed a lower court's dismissal of a wrongful death lawsuit against Cobble Health Center, allowing the case to proceed.

Court dismisses trespass and nuisance claims against Town

The New York Appellate Division ruled against plaintiffs in a trespass and nuisance case involving flooding issues linked to municipal construction.

Court upholds dismissal of personal injury case in NY

The Appellate Division of New York affirms dismissal of Ping Zhang's personal injury case against Zhao Chen Yu due to improper service.

Court denies appeal for ineffective counsel in Quinones case

New York court denies Eric Quinones' appeal citing ineffective assistance of counsel, upholding earlier rulings in his criminal case.

Court rules on discovery dispute in Pascall v. Crystal Ridge

The New York Appellate Division ruled on a personal injury case involving discovery disputes, affecting plaintiff Lynette Pascall and Crystal Ridge Associates.

Court upholds ruling in medical malpractice discovery dispute

New York court affirms decision denying plaintiff's motion to strike defendants' answer in medical malpractice case Nubyahn v. Brookdale Univ. Hosp.

Court rules on contract dispute in Nieves v. Highland case

The New York Appellate Division modifies a ruling on a contract dispute, impacting home construction agreements and liability assumptions.

Court dismisses appeal in Murray v. NETZ 642 E. 96th St. case

The Appellate Division dismisses appeal in Murray v. NETZ 642 E. 96th St., impacting breach of warranty of habitability claims.

Court rules on tenant's case against property management firm

New York court addresses tenant's claims against NETZ 642 E. 96th St., LLC over habitability issues and service of process.

Court rules against driver in negligence case against doctor

The court affirmed a ruling against Harold Mayeri in a negligence case involving the suspension of his driver's license due to a doctor's actions.

Court upholds dismissal of emotional distress suit against publisher

New York court affirms dismissal of Mistretta's emotional distress claim against Akashic Books, citing lack of evidence for negligence.

New York court upholds child support ruling in Triantis case

The Appellate Division affirms a lower court's ruling on child support obligations in the Matter of Triantis v. Kaye, impacting family law in New York.

New York court appoints guardians for woman with dementia

A New York court has appointed coguardians for Nancy S.P., a woman with dementia, amid a family dispute over her care and financial management.

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