In civil cases, the standard of proof is "preponderance of the evidence," which means that a party must show that their version of the facts is more likely true than not.
A defendant must respond to a summons and complaint within 30 days of service in New York.
A motion to dismiss for failure to state a cause of action argues that even if all the facts in the complaint are true, they do not amount to a legal claim.
The New York Supreme Court is the court of general jurisdiction, meaning it can hear almost any type of case, including civil matters.
A preliminary conference is used to facilitate discovery, set deadlines, and manage the progression of the case.
