NY Supreme Court: Is there a long list or short list of defenses that can be raised for first time on summary judgement?

Only several types of defenses must be asserted in the answer or waived. The most common of those are lack of personal jurisdiction and lack of...

The statue is merely a default provision and is a minimum. The certificate of incorporation and/or the bylaws may require more. The NYC council of...

How do I obtain a security interest if I give a loan to someone?

You should speak to an attorney who deals with these types of transactions. To begin with, you would need a security agreement for any personal...

Did you actually hire someone else to demolish what he did and re-build the pool? If yes, and the agreement with the contractor required them to...

No, it isn't. So long as owners live in the building, an off site janitor can be used, so long as that janitor doesn't service more than 65...

Is there a law that requires distribution of profits or dividends annually or quarterly?

No you are not as far as the shareholders are concerned, but the IRS may have a different opinion, you should absolutely discuss this with your...

If you steal 2 credit cards and buy gift cards in 5 different stores for about $300 each how can you get caught??

Many different ways, but I'd start with by posting a confession on a public web page.

Are emails admissible in a civil case over a written contract?

It depends. What you're referring to is called the Parol evidence rule, which means that generally, the extraneous communications cannot be used...

My parents recently passed. I found a promissory note from 1984 stating they agree to pay $170,000 plus 14% interest. Do I owe

The statue of limitation is six years from the default date/acceleration date or maturity date (whichever is earlier), or from the last time your...

Can I sue the landlord

It depends on what the terms of your lease say. You should consult with an attorney who practices in Brooklyn immediately!