New York Appellate Division

Matter of Chukwu - Attorney Disciplinary Action

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in the Matter of Patrick Mbonu Chukwu, an attorney. The court is imposing discipline upon consent due to violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct, including incompetent representation and neglect of client matters.

Matter of Koschwitz - Attorney Resignation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York accepted the resignation of attorney Scott Norman Koschwitz for nondisciplinary reasons. His name has been stricken from the roll of attorneys, and he is prohibited from practicing law in New York.

Lancaster v Chun - Mandamus Proceeding Dismissed

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York dismissed a proceeding in the nature of mandamus to compel an acting justice to sign a proposed order to show cause. The court found the petitioner failed to demonstrate a clear legal right to the relief sought.

People v. Harris - Appellate Division Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York modified a judgment against Wayne Harris by vacating the imposition of a mandatory surcharge and fees. This modification was based on the defendant being under 21 at the time of the crime, as permitted by Criminal Procedure Law § 420.35(2-a).

People v. Alonzo - Criminal Conviction Affirmation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment convicting Jose Ramos Alonzo of rape in the first degree. The court found the defendant's contentions regarding an enhanced sentence and the validity of his appeal waiver to be unpreserved or without merit.

People v. Haynesworth - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a criminal conviction for attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third degree. The court found no non-frivolous issues on appeal and granted the assigned counsel's motion to withdraw.

People v. Essor - Criminal Conviction Affirmation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment convicting Richard Essor of murder in the second degree and criminal possession of a weapon. The court found the defendant's contentions regarding juror excusal and sentencing unpreserved for review or without merit.

Phillips v. Varma - Medical Malpractice Appeal Decision

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's decision, denying summary judgment to defendants Vikas Varma and Neuro-Pain Care, P.C. The court reinstated the medical malpractice and lack of informed consent claims against these defendants, finding that triable issues of fact exist regarding the plaintiff's infection following epidural steroid injections.

Michael Gangi Plumbing & Heating Contrs., Inc. v. World Bus. Lenders - Dismissal of Claims

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's order dismissing claims brought by Josephine Theisen against World Business Lenders and Axos Bank. The claims included violations of General Business Law § 349 and fraud. The decision was issued on March 4, 2026.

Dadi-Mehmetaj v. Hastings Collective, LLC - Real Estate Contract Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's order denying a motion for summary judgment and granting summary judgment to the plaintiff in a real estate contract dispute. The court directed the release of a $107,500 down payment to the plaintiff.