LEAD NOTE IN ISSUE 241:

The lead note this month is on subjecting a person to subpoena service when that person is subject to the court's jurisdiction but is not within the state. The note is captioned, Defendant/Treating Physician in Medical Malpractice Action, Although Nonresident, Is Subject to New York Subpoena to Compel His Testimony

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CONTENT OF SPR 241 THIS MONTH:

Lead Note:

• Defendant/Treating Physician in Medical Malpractice Action, Although Nonresident, Is Subject to New York Subpoena to Compel His Testimony

Special Note:

• Ultimate Sanction of Dismissal Against Plaintiff for Wilful Nondisclosure Is Not Available Merely for Failing to Proceed with Mediation Ordered by Court

General Practice:

• Court Notes Restrictions on Holding Summary Judgment Motion in Abeyance to Allow "Supplemental Submissions"
• Person Who Outside State Signs Guaranty of Performance of New York Project Is Subject to New York Jurisdiction on the Guaranty
• In Denying Approval of Transfer of Structured Settlement, Recent Case Shows Factors Court Must Review
• Issues About "Arons" Authorizations Continue to Swarm; Latest Is Case Holding P Can't Insist That D Depose Before P Furnishes Authorization
• Last Day for Measuring Year Allowed for Extending Mechanic's Lien Is Anniversary Date of Event That Started the Year

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