The start of 2023 will bring a slew of new laws to New York State, that are designed to make life easier for citizens across the state.

Governor Kathy Hochul closed the end of 2022 signed a laundry list from the legislature that were awaiting review from the Governor.

From changes to the law on mail-in voting to new protections for collegiate athletes, here’s a look at some of the most important new laws taking effect in New York in 2023.

ARE WE ABOUT TO HAVE AN AVALANCHE?

Nearly four million owner-occupied homes exist in New York State.  More than a million of those are in New York City.  Recent analysis estimates that between 75,000 and 135,000 homeowners are at risk of foreclosure within the coming year.  Many experts believe these numbers may be low due to decentralization of collection agencies and short staffing due to the pandemic. 

There are many different ways that a witness can be required to give testimony in relation to a claim or lawsuit. This blog post will briefly discuss several common and frequently used methods for taking oral testimony from a party or witness to a claim or action and some best practices for conducting and defending a witness giving testimony. Examples include: