Is there a Test / Method to determine if a Document Request during Discovery is Relevant?

There is no litmus test. The standard is found in CPLR 3101(a): material and necessary (or calculated to lead to what is material and necessary). ...

What form would I need to fill out to file a cross motion after a motion to dismiss mod. of order of custody was filled out?

You don't need a cross-motion; you just need to oppose her motion to dismiss. You have already made your application by petition.

If nys dmv used illegally obtained New information in making their appeal decision on an alleged 4 year old insurance lapse

DMV has vast powers to look at a great many things. What is the basis for your claim that the information was illegally obtained?

Divorce: Settlement agreement not filed prior to my filing a motion, will I be able to change the agreement?

Filing is not so relevant as unforeseen change in circumstances. You have a heavy burden, as a settlement is a contract, and courts like to...

If a Judge scheduled In Chamber meeting with Plaintiff and opposing counsel, is Plaintiff entitled to request Court reporter?

Duplicate question answered earlier.

What would likely happen if Plaintiff requests a court reporter for In Chamber meeting with Judge and Opposing Counsel?

What is the purpose of the in camera? Why can't it be done in the court room? You had better request the reporter when you request the conference.

Prose litigant in a 4 year foreclosure, my adversary has not yet responded to a discovery request, do they have a mandate to ?

To perfect a civil appeal in the Second Department, you need to either stipulate with the respondent as to the contents of the Record on Appeal, or...

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Can a defendant answer a complaint by filing two answers and without amending either or should one be stricken?

First, it would have been impossible to file an oral answer. So let's toss that aside. Second, let's assume the paper answer was served on you,...

It depends. If the motion papers make a timely 7-day demand, you must serve your opp 7 days before the return date, whether by mail, overnight...

Can a doctor office call insurance co and write letter signing patient name appealing a claim without patient knowledge?

Get copies of the documents and verify that they do not bear your signature, and that you never the saw the documents before and did not authorize...