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Legal Primers

New York's New Insurance Disclosure Obligation

An eleventh-hour change to New York’s Civil Practice Law and Rules (“CPLR”) on December 31, 2021 has increased the insurance disclosure obligation of defendants, creating an almost impossible burden on large corporations.

Accountings by Trustees in NYS Surrogate's Court

An accounting is a detailed record of all actions taken by a trustee in the performance of its trust.

The Issuance of a 1099-C and The Fair Credit Reporting Act

There is no bright-line rule regarding what should be reported on a consumer's credit report when a 1099-C is issued.

Regulation X Disclosure Requirements

The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act ("RESPA"), commonly known as Regulation X, was enacted to effectuate changes in the settlement process for residential real estate.

Distribution of Property Located in New York to Foreign Fiduciaries

New York's Surrogate's Courts have jurisdiction over all property located within the State.