I was pro se in New York divorce case. The trial ended last week. How will I be informed of the judge's decisions? By mail?
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Answered on August 18, 2019
If you are doing efiling, you will get an email. If you did not opt in, you should receive the decision by mail. Your adversary is not obligated...
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NY election law statue of limitations is 10 days; I filed a OSC on day 7, but dismissed without prejudice. Re-filed day 18?
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Answered on August 16, 2019
Reposting to Election Law. If the dismissal occurred within the S/L, and you did not recommence until after the S/L expired, you can't counter...
Can I sue if someone attempted to spit on my drinks ?
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Answered on August 16, 2019
There was no attempt; only a threat, which is not actionable. I suggest you simply find another Starbucks; they're on every corner in Manhattan.
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Where can I find samples appellate briefs to appeal a ruling to dismiss an Article 78?
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Answered on August 16, 2019
Identify some cases on the issue, then go to a Supreme Court library that has briefs, and look up the briefs for those cases. Or, call the...
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How to I vacate a default contempt order?
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Answered on August 16, 2019
Without seeing the precise terms of the appellate division stay, it is difficult to render an opinion. Assuming the court that issued the...
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Can I file an appeal after the 30-day deadline, if there was extenuating circumstances?
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Answered on August 16, 2019
The 30-day appeal time does not start to run until you are served with a copy of the order/judgment with notice of entry. The clock does NOT start...
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The legislature enacted laws criminalizing surreptitious recording in consensual relations. Is the conduct extreme & outrageous?
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Answered on August 14, 2019
Duplicate question. Subsequent version eas already answered.
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How much time is served on 7 1/2 year sentence in NYS for a violent felony, top charge robbery 1? Including any benefit time off
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Answered on August 14, 2019
There is merit or good time for determinate sentences, although I don't recall the precise calculations. 6/7 sticks in my mind.
What is the next step after rebuttal and what is the time frame?
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Answered on August 14, 2019
The opposing party filed opposition, not rebuttal. If the statute gives you a chance to reply then you can. Judge then decides on the papers. ...
What can happen to a lawyer told to give an order to show cause or be sanctioned for non appearance for his client in court?
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Answered on August 14, 2019
Primary detriment is the court's irritation with the attorney, going forward. Sanction is the lawyer's, not the client's. Given the subsequent...
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