December 11, 2017

The business records exception to the hearsay rule.

Practice point:  In order to demonstrate the admissibility of the records, pursuant to CPLR 4518(a), the affiant must attest that he or she is personally familiar with the record-keeping practices and procedures of the party invoking the exception.

Case:  Bank of N.Y. Mellon v. Alli, NY Slip Op 08501 (2d Dep't December 6, 2017)

Here is the decision.