July 30, 2010

Motion practice.

Practice point: There is a presumption that the public is entitled to access to judicial proceedings and court records.

Students should note that a court is empowered to seal court records, pursuant to section 216.1(a) of the Uniform Rules for Trial Courts.

Case: Mosallem v. Berenson, NY Slip Op 06150 (1st Dept. 2010)

Here is the opinion.

Monday's issue: Ethics.