Defendants provided a reasonable excuse for their failure to appear for conferences and depositions, which led to the striking of their answer, based on the neglect of their attorney, who was suspended and then disbarred during the pendency of the proceedings, as a result of complaints concerning his neglect of matters and his failure to communicate with other clients.
Perez v. Table Run Estates, Inc., NY Slip Op 00533 (1st Dep't February 2, 2021)
