This will not go on your record. This is a civil proceeding at this point. I don't that a single juror has ever been prosecuted for failing to...

Appealing a case

An appeal is limited by the "record," which is the sum total of all the documents filed and proceedings had in the trial court. I tell my clients...

My cstody case was transfered to hear and determine Referee he proposed an order against me. what are m options to appeal

Once the order is signed, you can appeal to the Appellate Division.

Applete court appeal

The time to appeal is 30 days after the judgment is served on you (or your attorney, if any) with "notice of entry," which is the date it was...

What is the procedure of appeal on the custody case NY supreme court. Will I be able to get the stay order on the merits or will

Many unanswered questions. Getting a stay pending appeal is not easy or cost effective--you have to show imminent harm if the status quo is not...

Please I need a lawyer to appeal a ticket decision. I was fined $25 for public urination ... I was shocked and surprised

If there are immigration implications you'd better consult an immigration attorney immediately. While the ticket itself is not worth an appeal,...

How long before I receive an answer from the judge after filing for motion to vacate judgement in ny?

Keep waiting. If you start bugging chambers you can guarantee the result. I am surprised the judge dismissed your petition--I assume you notified...

What is the law in New York to enjoin a pro se plaintiff to file suits in family court or Supreme Court?

I agree with my colleagues that there is no statute that I am aware of. Look at the annotations to CPLR 8303-a and Subpart 130-1 of the court...

Must a contempt of court summons be personally served or can it be served by mail? What if a person received a contempt summons

Is this for a criminal proceeding? A civil summons ordinarily cannot be served by mail, although if a court specifically authorized it in a civil...

Personal injury

If the court struck if from the calendar or, worse yet, dismissed the complaint, you will need to make a motion to restore the case to the calendar...