My friend is in middle of the law suit where he is been sued for the money that he never took. Despite all proofs the judge

Counterclaim is part of the same case, so will be heard by same judge.

Moving to Social Security as this is not an Appeals question.

Issue with E-file

If yours is a mandatorily e-filed case, an attorney can opt out only for lack of hardware or total lack of computer knowledge in his/her office...

IN FAMILY COURT OF NEW YORK IS NO DECISION ON A MOTION A DENIAL? WHAT IS THE LEGAL TERM FOR NO DECISION ON A MOTION?

The only time silence will be construed as a denial is when a multi-prong motion is decided, and not all prongs are addressed in the decision. In...

Are there any requirements for taking photos inside a company for lawsuit?

The answer is "yes, there are requirements," both for taking the pix and admitting them into evidence, which my colleagues have identified.

What are successful arguments to recuse a judge at a settlement trial

If you have to shop for arguments then you have none. What, pray tell, is a "settlement trial"? A settlement is a settlement and a trial is a...

How long do I have to “perfect” my appeal?

In the First, Third, and Fourth Departments you have nine months to perfect, although the time can be shortened if your adversary pushes. In the...

Are my civil rights violated when opposing attorney blocks my view from a accusing witness giving testimony on the stand?

I agree with my colleagues about a timely objection and waiver, but add that you may be reading too much into it.

How do I submit new evidence in a three year foreclosure, very damaging to plaintiff?

No RJI required as judge already assigned to decide the SJ motion. You need to contact the judge for permission to file supplementary papers, or...

Community service

My NYC colleagues can give you more specifics, but in general the court will give you information on not-for-profits who work with defendants...