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  • How to Challenge Process Servers at NYC Traverse Hearings: A Guide in 2025
    How to Challenge Process Servers at NYC Traverse Hearings: A Guide in 2025

    When challenging "service" (delivery) of the summons and complaint, arm yourself with the knowledge you need to attack the case confidently. This comprehensive review examines recent court decisions ...

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  • Garnishments Alone do Not Waive Claims of Bad "Service"
    Garnishments Alone do Not Waive Claims of Bad "Service"

    Exploring Waiver in a Wage Garnishment: Esgro v. Banks Case Analysis In Esgro Capital Management, LLC v. Sharae Banks, a critical legal question was raised: Can a defendant subject to wage garnishment ...

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  • 2024 Lessons About a $260K Judgment Tossed in 2011: "Dwelling Place" or "Abode"
    2024 Lessons About a $260K Judgment Tossed in 2011: "Dwelling Place" or "Abode"

    In the 2011 case handled by The Langel Firm, we overturned a $266,382 judgment and compelled the dismissal of the case. This foreign-judgment case represented a significant legal victory underscoring ...

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  • Methods of Service of Legal Papers on a Person: New York
    Methods of Service of Legal Papers on a Person: New York

    Understanding the intricacies of service methods in New York is crucial for those sued for debt to determine if they were properly served and to ensure timely responses, avoiding severe legal ...

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  • New York "Sewer Service" and "Robo-signing" Case Finally Settles
    New York "Sewer Service" and "Robo-signing" Case Finally Settles

    The Sykes v. Mel Harris class action finally ends with the parties coming to a settlement. The story was on the front page of today's New York Law Journal. We've been reporting on this case since 2011 ...

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  • The Langel Firm Overturns $38K Garnishment by LR Credit 4, LLC
    The Langel Firm Overturns $38K Garnishment by LR Credit 4, LLC

    Facing a $38,458 garnishment by Marshal Gregg E. Bienstock, our client felt as if he ran out of options. He even paid a couple thousand dollars toward the garnishment. But after exploring his rights ...

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