The current New York court structure perpetuates inequality in our justice system, especially for litigants with low-income. We have seen firsthand how the current court system in New York creates obstacles towards litigants achieving timely and just resolution to their matrimonial and family law cases. We support court simplification for these reasons, and also urge the Committee to review and reform the process of appointing and electing justices to these courts.
After NYLAG Advocacy, Office of Court Administration Issues Guidance Clarifying Consumers’ Right to 2% Post-Judgment Interest
after more than a year of zealous advocacy by NYLAG and partner organizations, the New York State Office of Court Administration (OCA) has issued guidance that will provide critical protections to consumers burdened by judgments for rental arrears, student loan, education, and medical debts.