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New York Court Cases, Explained

135 real decisions from New York courts, in plain English.

Criminal Defense in New YorkCriminal Defense

Charges, rights, and appeals — how criminal cases actually play out.

17 cases explained →
Employment Law in New YorkEmployment Law

Firings, discrimination, and retaliation — what the law protects at work.

18 cases explained →
Family Law in New YorkFamily Law

Divorce, custody, and support — how courts untangle family disputes.

18 cases explained →
Landlord-Tenant in New YorkLandlord-Tenant

Evictions, leases, and repairs — the rules of renting, tested in court.

24 cases explained →
Medical Malpractice in New YorkMedical Malpractice

When medical care goes wrong — the standard hospitals and doctors are held to.

20 cases explained →
Personal Injury in New YorkPersonal Injury

Slip-and-falls, car accidents, and injury claims — how courts decide who pays.

20 cases explained →
Real Estate in New YorkReal Estate

Closings, contracts, and property fights — deals that ended up in court.

18 cases explained →