In order to be awarded a default judgment, pursuant to CPLR 3215(f), the plaintiff must submit proof of service of the summons and the complaint, proof of the defendant's default, and proof of the alleged facts constituting the claim. In order to vacate the judgment, the defendant must give a reasonable excuse for its default and demonstrate a potentially meritorious defense to the claim.
195-197 Hewes, LLC v. Citimortgage, Inc., NY Slip Op 05065 (2d Dep't August 31, 2022)
