A Look at Recent Case Law on Expedited Judgment in NY

Real Estate attorney Alexander Lycoyannis wrote an article for Law360 examining recent case law on expedited judgment in New York under Civil Practice Law and Rules (CPLR) Section 3213. The article discusses how this accelerated procedure allows plaintiffs with straightforward monetary claims to seek summary judgment in lieu of a complaint. Mr. Lycoyannis analyzes several recent court decisions that clarify the scope and application of CPLR 3213, including cases that demonstrate how parties can contractually agree to CPLR 3213 treatment, the applicability of the statute beyond financial instruments and the strict limits on its use. He emphasizes that while CPLR 3213 remains a powerful tool for certain claims, courts continue to enforce its narrow application.

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