Case Type
Non-payment
Housing Type
Section 8
Court
Civil Court of the City of New York
County
New York (Manhattan)
L&T / Index / Case / Docket / Clerk's Number
L&T 306292-21
Petitioner
Bradhurst Associates L.L.C.
Respondent
Arthur Clayton, Sympathy Neal
Judge
Ofshstein, Eleanora
Decision/Order Date
2024-03-29
Posture
Post-judgment Motion by Tenant
Disposition
Other
Winner
Tenant Substantially Won
Synopsis
In a non-payment case, landlord sought to collect rent from the tenant. The tenant, represented by counsel, filed a motion to vacate the default judgment, which was granted. The court also allowed the addition of an occupant as a respondent. Key Legal Points: The court exercised discretion in vacating the default judgment, considering the facts of the case and the equities involved. Additionally, it granted the motion to add an occupant as a respondent, emphasizing due process requirements.
Recommended Citation
"Bradhurst Associates L.L.C. v. Clayton" (2024). All Decisions. 1444.
https://ir.lawnet.fordham.edu/housing_court_all/1444
