Browse recent court opinions from the New York Appellate Division. AI-powered plain English summaries, key holdings, and legal analysis of 30 cases. State Appellate Court.
Unable to Determine Case Outcome or Details Without Opinion Text
This case, Whaley v. Higher Educ. Loan Auth. of the State of Mo., was heard in the New York Supreme Court. The specifics of the court's opinion text are not provided, so a detailed summary of the case...
New York Supreme Court Increases Child Support Obligation Due to Change in Circumstances
This case, P.P.S. v. C.J.G., heard in the New York Supreme Court, involved a dispute over child support payments. The petitioner, P.P.S., sought to increase the child support obligation of the respond...
Court Orders Specific Performance in Real Estate Contract Dispute, Finding Contract Valid Despite Missing Closing Date
This case, Gilg v. Manzella, involved a dispute over a contract for the sale of real property. The plaintiff, Gilg, sought to compel the defendant, Manzella, to sell the property as per their agreemen...
Columbia University Must Face Lawsuit Alleging Breach of Contract in Sexual Assault Disciplinary Process
This case involves a lawsuit filed by a former Columbia University student, identified as J. Doe 1, against the university's Trustees. The student alleged that Columbia breached its contract with her ...
Medical practice wins breach of contract claim against Nationwide Insurance for unpaid services.
This case involves a dispute between a medical practice, ENS Med., P.C., and an insurance company, Nationwide Insurance Co. ENS Med. provided medical services to patients who were insured by Nationwid...
Landlord Found Liable for Unlawful Entry and Harassment of Tenant
This case involves a dispute between a tenant, D.G., and their landlord, Rodriguez. The tenant alleged that the landlord unlawfully entered their apartment without proper notice and engaged in harassm...
Court Overturns DHCR Rent Increase Decision, Cites Improper Cost Inclusion
This case involves a dispute over rent increases for a housing development in Brooklyn, New York. The tenants, represented by 545 Warren St. Housing Development Fund Corporation, challenged rent hikes...
Court Revokes Adoption Order Due to Invalid Consent by Biological Mother
This case involves a dispute over the adoption of a child, referred to as 'Baby Anonymous'. The core issue was whether the biological mother's consent to the adoption was validly obtained. The court e...
Court finds defendant not in contempt for alleged discovery violations
This case involves a dispute over whether the defendant, Porter, violated a court order. The prosecution alleged that Porter failed to comply with a previous order to provide discovery materials. The ...
Architectural firm ordered to pay former employee for unpaid overtime, but wrongful termination and retaliation claims dismissed.
This case involves a dispute between a former employee, Ms. Cassata, and her former employer, Michael Macrina Architect, P.C. Ms. Cassata alleged that she was wrongfully terminated and that her employ...
Court rules former employee was wrongfully terminated and owed back wages
This case involves a dispute between a former employee, Mr. Cruz, and his former employer, Muaadh, a company that provides beauty services. Mr. Cruz alleged that he was wrongfully terminated from his ...
Landlord's failure to make essential repairs allows tenant to terminate lease and recover damages.
This case involves a dispute over a commercial lease agreement. The tenant, 57th & 6th Ground LLC, leased a space from the landlord, Carnegie House Tenants Corp. The tenant claimed that the landlord f...
Court Rules in Favor of City of New York in Wrongful Termination Lawsuit
This case involves a dispute between a former employee, Mr. Douglas, and the City of New York. Mr. Douglas alleged that he was wrongfully terminated from his position. The core of his claim was that t...
Court Orders Employer to Fulfill Settlement Agreement Terms After Finding Breach
This case involves a dispute over a settlement agreement. The petitioner, a former employee, claimed that the respondent, their former employer, failed to uphold the terms of a settlement agreement. S...
Court allows compelled DNA sample collection from defendant for criminal investigation
This case involves a dispute over whether a defendant, identified as A.P., could be compelled to provide DNA samples to the prosecution. The prosecution sought these samples to compare with DNA found ...
Court rules on the legality of a "no-knock" warrant used in a drug and weapons search.
This case involves a dispute over a "no-knock" warrant executed by the police on the home of the defendant, Maquila. The police had received information that Maquila was involved in drug trafficking a...
School District Wins Case Against Former Principal Alleging Retaliation
This case involves a former school principal, Todd R., who sued the Rensselaer City School District after his contract was not renewed. Todd R. alleged that the school district's decision was retaliat...
New York State Police Prevails in Discrimination and Breach of Agreement Lawsuit Filed by Former Employee
This case involves a dispute between K.L., a former employee of the New York State Police, and the New York State Police. K.L. alleged that the State Police discriminated against her based on her gend...
Defendant convicted of some charges, acquitted of others in assault and resisting arrest case
This case involves a defendant, Velasquez, who was charged with several crimes, including assault and resisting arrest. The prosecution presented evidence, including witness testimony and physical evi...
Foreclosure dismissed as bank fails to prove ownership of mortgage note
This case involves a dispute over a property foreclosure. Deutsche Bank, as the trustee for mortgage-backed securities, initiated foreclosure proceedings against the property owner, Mr. Hulse. Mr. Hul...
City's denial of super-tall building permit upheld over zoning dispute
529 E. 235th St. Estates LLC v. City of New York, decided by New York Appellate Division on November 25, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. This case concerns a dispute over the City of New Yo...
Plaintiff fails to prove defective water heater, summary judgment for defendant
Smith v. A.O. Smith Water Prods. Co., decided by New York Appellate Division on November 12, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The plaintiff, Smith, sued A.O. Smith Water Products Company for...
Court Denies Motion to Compel Financial Records in Real Estate Dispute
Matter of Hans-Gaston v. Sunshine, decided by New York Appellate Division on November 7, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The petitioner, Hans-Gaston, sought to compel the respondent, Sunshi...
Law firm's "no-hire" clause against former associate struck down
Matter of Abrams Fensterman LLP v. People, decided by New York Appellate Division on November 6, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. This case concerns the enforceability of a "no-hire" clause ...
Firearm suppression denied: Probable cause for traffic stop justified vehicle search
People v. Corley, decided by New York Appellate Division on November 3, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The defendant, Corley, was charged with criminal possession of a weapon in the second...
Prior arrest evidence inadmissible to show intent in weapon possession case
People v. McGee, decided by New York Appellate Division on November 3, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The defendant, McGee, was charged with criminal possession of a weapon in the second d...
Slip and Fall Case Dismissed: Plaintiff Failed to Prove Notice of Hazard
Augustin v. Formula 3 Brooklyn Inc., decided by New York Appellate Division on October 23, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The plaintiff, Augustin, sued Formula 3 Brooklyn Inc. for injuries...
Court denies use of prior arrest evidence in weapon possession case
People v. Jules, decided by New York Appellate Division on October 17, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The defendant, Jules, was charged with criminal possession of a weapon in the second d...
Breach of Contract Claim Dismissed for Insufficient Evidence
Wong v. Pragad, decided by New York Appellate Division on October 8, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The plaintiff, Wong, sued the defendant, Pragad, for breach of contract and unjust enric...
Court Grants Summary Judgment to Employer in Discrimination Case
Fluker v. DeFalco's Serv. Ctr. of Edison, Inc., decided by New York Appellate Division on October 6, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The plaintiff, Fluker, sued the defendant, DeFalco's Ser...