Appeals

After a verdict is rendered in a court case, you will often hear one-party state that they plan to appeal the decision. However, it’s not a simple process. There are certain conditions under which an appeal can be made for an appellate court to review and change the...

Appealing a conviction can be a daunting task. However, having the right documents in your arsenal can make the process much smoother. The following are the necessary documents for an appeal. Notice of appeal This is the document that officially begins your appeal...

A civil judgment could prove financially disastrous for a defendant in a lawsuit. The defendant might feel wronged by the decision, and there could be a credible, legal basis for challenging the outcome. Pursuing further action in a New York appellate court may...

Residents of of New York City and other parts of the state may want to learn more about the process that determines when a civil appeal may reach the New York State Court of Appeals. There are several ways. Here are the four ways in which a case may get to this court:...

Unlike some jurisdictions, the state courts in New York and New Jersey, as well as the federal courts, do not require a losing party who has a monetary judgment entered against them, to satisfy (pay) the judgment or post an appellate bond to secure the payment of the...