Applications to amend pleadings are within the sound discretion of the court. An application should be freely granted, absent prejudice or surprise directly resulting from a delay in seeking leave, unless the proposed amendment is palpably insufficient or patently devoid of merit, pursuant to CPLR 3025[b]. A proposed amendment that is time-barred is patently devoid of merit.
Becvar v. Our Lady of Consolation Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr., NY Slip Op 01026 (2d Dep't February 25, 2026)
