Even after expiration of the one-year limitations period set forth in CPLR 5015, a court may vacate its own order or judgment for sufficient reason and in the interest of substantial justice. There is no basis for an extension of the one-year period where the party seeking the extension fails to demonstrate a reasonable excuse for a lengthy delay in moving to vacate the order or judgment.
U.S. Bank N.A. v. Tait, NY Slip Op 00344 (2d Dep't January 22, 2024)
