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Appealing Denied Reargument Motion
Summary
In New York, a denial of a motion to reargue is typically not appealable, even if the judge adheres to the original decision. The original decision may still be appealable if it is a final order or judgment. The Rooker-Feldman doctrine generally bars federal courts from reviewing final state court judgments. If an appeal is pending, the judgment is not considered final, so the doctrine might not apply. If the Court of Appeals denies a motion due to jurisdiction, stating decisions are non-final, it suggests the Rooker-Feldman doctrine should not apply at the time of federal filing. Consider filing a motion to reconsider based on these grounds.Full Conversation
i thought a motion to reargue is appealable if the judge reviews the claims, and adheres to the original decision, even though he denied the motion
In New York, the denial of a motion to reargue is typically not appealable. However, if the judge's review results in a substantive change or clarification in the original decision, it might affect the appealability of the original order.
Are you considering appealing the original decision or looking for guidance on the next steps?
Are you considering appealing the original decision or looking for guidance on the next steps?
i have already filed a notice of appeal for the denied rearguement motion, i thought Jones v. City of N.Y. allowed appeal as a right if the judge adhered to the original determination
In New York, the denial of a motion to reargue is generally not appealable, even if the judge adheres to the original decision. The case of *Jones v. City of N.Y.* might provide some specific circumstances, but it generally doesn't override this rule.
- Denial of a motion to reargue is typically not appealable.
- The original decision itself may still be appealable if it's a final order or judgment.
Would you like guidance on how to proceed with appealing the original decision?
- Denial of a motion to reargue is typically not appealable.
- The original decision itself may still be appealable if it's a final order or judgment.
Would you like guidance on how to proceed with appealing the original decision?
i appealed to the original decision but after the motion to reargue was filed, does that make the original decision appealable
In New York, filing a motion to reargue does not affect the appealability of the original decision. If the original decision is a final order or judgment, it remains appealable.
Would you like guidance on the process to appeal the original decision?
Would you like guidance on the process to appeal the original decision?
what if the time between the original decision and the denial of the motion to reargue took nearly 12 months
The significant delay of nearly 12 months between the original decision and the denial of the motion to reargue does not inherently affect the appealability of the original decision. However, it might have implications for the timeliness of your appeal.
Would you like details on the appeal filing deadlines and process in New York?
Would you like details on the appeal filing deadlines and process in New York?
my concern is the timelinees of the appeal
In New York, you typically have 30 days from the service of the notice of entry of the original decision to file a notice of appeal. However, filing a motion to reargue does not toll the time to appeal the original decision.
Would you like guidance on how to proceed given this timeline?
Would you like guidance on how to proceed given this timeline?
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If you missed the *-day deadline to appeal the original decision, you may need to seek permission to appeal by filing a motion for an extension of time. This usually requires showing a reasonable excuse for the delay and demonstrating a potentially meritorious appeal.
Would you like information on how to file this motion for an extension of time?
Would you like information on how to file this motion for an extension of time?
are there any exceptions where a motion to reargue is appealable as a right in new york state
In New York, there are limited exceptions where a denial of a motion to reargue may be appealable:
- If the denial of the motion involves a new substantive determination that affects the original decision.
- If the appeal involves a matter of public importance or has significant precedential value.
Would you like more information on these exceptions or guidance on how to proceed?
- If the denial of the motion involves a new substantive determination that affects the original decision.
- If the appeal involves a matter of public importance or has significant precedential value.
Would you like more information on these exceptions or guidance on how to proceed?
what is the motion to reargue is denied due to judicial fraud
In New York, if a motion to reargue is denied due to judicial fraud, it might open avenues to appeal or seek further judicial review. Here’s what you could consider:
- Judicial Fraud Claims: If you believe there is fraud, you may need to present clear evidence of judicial misconduct.
- Further Actions: You might need to file a motion to vacate the original order based on fraud.
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- Judicial Fraud Claims: If you believe there is fraud, you may need to present clear evidence of judicial misconduct.
- Further Actions: You might need to file a motion to vacate the original order based on fraud.
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if i had a pending court of appeals motion for leave to appeal at the time the federal complaint was filed does that bar the rooker-feldman doctrine
The Rooker-Feldman doctrine generally prevents federal courts from hearing cases that effectively seek to appeal state court decisions. However, if you had a pending motion for leave to appeal in the state court, it might affect the application of the doctrine.
Would you like more information on how the Rooker-Feldman doctrine might apply to your case?
Would you like more information on how the Rooker-Feldman doctrine might apply to your case?
yes, i had a pending appeal in the court of appeals, doesn't that bar the rooker-feldman doctrine
The Rooker-Feldman doctrine generally bars federal courts from reviewing state court decisions. However, if you had a pending appeal in the state court at the time you filed your federal complaint, the doctrine might not apply.
Would you like more details on how to proceed with your federal case given this situation?
Would you like more details on how to proceed with your federal case given this situation?
why might it not apply, i thought a pending appeal, filed prior to the complaint bars the rooker-feldman doctrine
The Rooker-Feldman doctrine generally prevents federal courts from reviewing state court decisions. However, it usually applies to final state court judgments. If you had a pending appeal, the judgment may not be considered final, thus potentially making the doctrine inapplicable.
Would you like more details on how to proceed with your federal case given this situation?
Would you like more details on how to proceed with your federal case given this situation?
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In your situation, the Rooker-Feldman doctrine might not apply because the state court judgment was not final due to the pending appeal. Here's what you can consider:
- State Court Appeals: Ensure all state appeal procedures are exhausted.
- Federal Case: Continue with your federal case, focusing on arguments that the state court judgment wasn't final.
Would you like guidance on specific steps for your federal case?
- State Court Appeals: Ensure all state appeal procedures are exhausted.
- Federal Case: Continue with your federal case, focusing on arguments that the state court judgment wasn't final.
Would you like guidance on specific steps for your federal case?
why is ensuring all state appeals procedures are exhaused
Ensuring all state appeals procedures are exhausted is crucial because:
- Final Judgment: Federal courts typically do not interfere with state court decisions unless all state-level appeals have been completed.
- Jurisdiction: Exhausting state appeals establishes that all potential state remedies have been pursued, giving federal courts proper jurisdiction.
- Avoiding Dismissal: It helps avoid dismissal under doctrines like Rooker-Feldman, which bars federal review of final state court decisions.
Would you like specific guidance on any part of this process?
- Final Judgment: Federal courts typically do not interfere with state court decisions unless all state-level appeals have been completed.
- Jurisdiction: Exhausting state appeals establishes that all potential state remedies have been pursued, giving federal courts proper jurisdiction.
- Avoiding Dismissal: It helps avoid dismissal under doctrines like Rooker-Feldman, which bars federal review of final state court decisions.
Would you like specific guidance on any part of this process?
a pending appeal in state appellate court at the time of filing bars rooker-feldman, why does't a pending appeal in the court of appeals have the same effect
The Rooker-Feldman doctrine typically bars federal courts from reviewing final state court judgments. A pending appeal in a state appellate court means the judgment isn't final, hence the doctrine doesn't apply. However, once the appeal is resolved, the judgment becomes final, potentially invoking the doctrine.
Would you like guidance on how to handle your federal case while your state appeal is pending?
Would you like guidance on how to handle your federal case while your state appeal is pending?
wouldnt the state court judgement be non-final if an appeal is pending in the new york court of appeals
In general, a pending appeal in the New York Court of Appeals means the state court judgment is not final. Therefore, the Rooker-Feldman doctrine might not apply.
Would you like guidance on how to proceed with your federal case while your state appeal is pending?
Would you like guidance on how to proceed with your federal case while your state appeal is pending?
the federal court rejected my complaint saying the pending court of appeals motion for leave to appeal did not affect the rooker-feldman doctrine
The federal court's rejection of your complaint under the Rooker-Feldman doctrine despite a pending motion for leave to appeal in the state court suggests a complex legal issue. Here are a few key points:
- Rooker-Feldman Doctrine: Generally prevents federal courts from reviewing state court decisions.
- Pending Appeals: If an appeal is pending, the state court judgment is typically not considered final.
It may be beneficial to consult with a lawyer to explore your options for challenging the federal court's decision or to understand your next steps in the appeals process.
Would you like more information on finding a lawyer or understanding specific legal precedents that might support your case?
- Rooker-Feldman Doctrine: Generally prevents federal courts from reviewing state court decisions.
- Pending Appeals: If an appeal is pending, the state court judgment is typically not considered final.
It may be beneficial to consult with a lawyer to explore your options for challenging the federal court's decision or to understand your next steps in the appeals process.
Would you like more information on finding a lawyer or understanding specific legal precedents that might support your case?
how is a pending appeal in the court of appeals different from a pending appeal in the appellate division different when it comes to the rooker feldman doctrine as long as both were filed prior to the complaint
In New York, the Rooker-Feldman doctrine generally applies to final judgments. Here's a brief distinction:
- Appellate Division Pending Appeal: The judgment may not be considered final, potentially avoiding the doctrine.
- Court of Appeals Pending Appeal: The same principle applies; the judgment is typically not final, so Rooker-Feldman might not apply.
Would you like more information on challenging the federal court's decision?
- Appellate Division Pending Appeal: The judgment may not be considered final, potentially avoiding the doctrine.
- Court of Appeals Pending Appeal: The same principle applies; the judgment is typically not final, so Rooker-Feldman might not apply.
Would you like more information on challenging the federal court's decision?
does the rooker-feldman doctrine distinguish differences between pending appeal in the appellate court versus the court of appeals
The Rooker-Feldman doctrine generally does not distinguish between pending appeals in the Appellate Division versus the Court of Appeals; it bars federal review of final state court judgments. If an appeal is pending, the judgment is typically not considered final, so the doctrine might not apply.
Would you like to understand your options for challenging the federal court's application of the Rooker-Feldman doctrine?
Would you like to understand your options for challenging the federal court's application of the Rooker-Feldman doctrine?
so if either was pending at the time of the complaint the rooker feldmand doctine fails
Yes, if either an appeal in the Appellate Division or the Court of Appeals was pending at the time of filing your federal complaint, the Rooker-Feldman doctrine typically shouldn't apply, as the state court judgment isn't final.
Would you like guidance on how to challenge the federal court's application of the Rooker-Feldman doctrine?
Would you like guidance on how to challenge the federal court's application of the Rooker-Feldman doctrine?
does it matter if the court of appeals motion was later denied due to jurisdiction denial by the court of appeals
If the Court of Appeals later denied your motion due to a jurisdictional issue, it might affect the finality of the state court judgment. This could potentially reinvoke the Rooker-Feldman doctrine.
Would you like guidance on addressing this specific situation or exploring further legal options?
Would you like guidance on addressing this specific situation or exploring further legal options?
please explain more
In your situation, here's a detailed breakdown:
*. Rooker-Feldman Doctrine:
- Generally prevents federal courts from reviewing state court decisions.
- Applies to final state court judgments.
*. Pending Appeal:
- If an appeal is pending, the judgment is typically not final, and the doctrine might not apply.
- This includes appeals in both the Appellate Division and the Court of Appeals.
*. Impact of Denial:
- If the Court of Appeals later denies your motion due to jurisdictional issues, it may render the state court's judgment final.
- This finality could reinvoke the Rooker-Feldman doctrine, barring federal court review.
Would you like more detailed information on challenging the federal court's reliance on the Rooker-Feldman doctrine given the denial of your motion by the Court of Appeals?
*. Rooker-Feldman Doctrine:
- Generally prevents federal courts from reviewing state court decisions.
- Applies to final state court judgments.
*. Pending Appeal:
- If an appeal is pending, the judgment is typically not final, and the doctrine might not apply.
- This includes appeals in both the Appellate Division and the Court of Appeals.
*. Impact of Denial:
- If the Court of Appeals later denies your motion due to jurisdictional issues, it may render the state court's judgment final.
- This finality could reinvoke the Rooker-Feldman doctrine, barring federal court review.
Would you like more detailed information on challenging the federal court's reliance on the Rooker-Feldman doctrine given the denial of your motion by the Court of Appeals?
but what if the denial by the court of appeals come 6 months after the filing of the complaint
If the denial by the Court of Appeals comes 6 months after the filing of your federal complaint, the Rooker-Feldman doctrine might not apply at the time of filing, as the state court judgment wasn't final. However, the subsequent denial may affect the federal court's jurisdiction.
Would you like to know how to proceed with your federal case given this timeline?
Would you like to know how to proceed with your federal case given this timeline?
so if the rooker-feldman does not apply at the time of filing how can the case be rejected
If the Rooker-Feldman doctrine did not apply at the time of filing, the case might be rejected for other reasons such as lack of jurisdiction, failure to state a claim, or procedural issues.
Would you like to explore other potential grounds for rejection or guidance on addressing these possible reasons?
Would you like to explore other potential grounds for rejection or guidance on addressing these possible reasons?
but what if the denial by the court of appeals come 6 months after the filing of the complaint
If the denial by the Court of Appeals comes 6 months after the filing of your federal complaint, it shouldn't affect the applicability of the Rooker-Feldman doctrine at the time of filing since the state court judgment wasn't final then. You can argue this point to challenge the federal court's decision.
Would you like guidance on preparing a motion to reconsider based on this argument?
Would you like guidance on preparing a motion to reconsider based on this argument?
how would a subsequent denial of the pending appeal to the court of appeals, after the complaint filing effect the federal decision
A subsequent denial of the pending appeal in the Court of Appeals after the federal complaint filing could retrospectively affect the federal court’s decision. Here’s how:
- At the time of filing, the state court judgment wasn't final, so Rooker-Feldman shouldn't apply.
- If denied later, the state judgment becomes final, potentially invoking the doctrine and affecting federal jurisdiction.
Would you like guidance on filing a motion to reconsider the federal court's decision based on this timeline?
- At the time of filing, the state court judgment wasn't final, so Rooker-Feldman shouldn't apply.
- If denied later, the state judgment becomes final, potentially invoking the doctrine and affecting federal jurisdiction.
Would you like guidance on filing a motion to reconsider the federal court's decision based on this timeline?
the court of appeals denied the motion due to jurisdiction, stating he decisions were non final and jurisdiction remains in the 3rd AD
The Court of Appeals' denial due to jurisdiction and stating the decisions were non-final means the Rooker-Feldman doctrine should not apply at the time of your federal filing. You might have a strong argument for reconsideration.
Would you like information on how to draft a motion to reconsider based on these grounds?
Would you like information on how to draft a motion to reconsider based on these grounds?
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To draft a motion to reconsider based on the grounds that the Rooker-Feldman doctrine should not apply, you should:
*. State the Basis for Reconsideration:
- Explain the timing of the Court of Appeals' denial.
- Emphasize that the state court judgment was non-final at the time of federal filing.
*. Include Relevant Legal Precedents:
- Cite cases where Rooker-Feldman was deemed inapplicable due to pending appeals.
*. Detail the Impact:
- Argue how the non-final nature of the state judgment influenced your federal case's viability.
Would you like sample language to include in your motion?
*. State the Basis for Reconsideration:
- Explain the timing of the Court of Appeals' denial.
- Emphasize that the state court judgment was non-final at the time of federal filing.
*. Include Relevant Legal Precedents:
- Cite cases where Rooker-Feldman was deemed inapplicable due to pending appeals.
*. Detail the Impact:
- Argue how the non-final nature of the state judgment influenced your federal case's viability.
Would you like sample language to include in your motion?
can you find precedent where Rooker-Feldman was deemed inapplicable due to pending appeals.
To support your motion to reconsider, you can reference the following precedents where the Rooker-Feldman doctrine was deemed inapplicable due to pending appeals:
- Federacion de Maestros de Puerto Rico v. Junta de Relaciones del Trabajo de Puerto Rico, * F.3d * (1st Cir. *): Held that Rooker-Feldman did not apply because the state court decision was not final due to a pending appeal.
- Gulla v. North Strabane Township, * F.3d * (3rd Cir. *): Determined that Rooker-Feldman was inapplicable where the state court judgment was subject to an ongoing appeal.
- Nicholson v. Shafe, * F.3d * (11th Cir. *): Concluded that pending state court appeals meant the judgment was not final, thus Rooker-Feldman did not apply.
Would you like sample language to include in your motion based on these cases?
- Federacion de Maestros de Puerto Rico v. Junta de Relaciones del Trabajo de Puerto Rico, * F.3d * (1st Cir. *): Held that Rooker-Feldman did not apply because the state court decision was not final due to a pending appeal.
- Gulla v. North Strabane Township, * F.3d * (3rd Cir. *): Determined that Rooker-Feldman was inapplicable where the state court judgment was subject to an ongoing appeal.
- Nicholson v. Shafe, * F.3d * (11th Cir. *): Concluded that pending state court appeals meant the judgment was not final, thus Rooker-Feldman did not apply.
Would you like sample language to include in your motion based on these cases?
can you find precedent for the second circuit
Here are precedents from the Second Circuit where the Rooker-Feldman doctrine was deemed inapplicable due to pending appeals:
- Hoblock v. Albany County Bd. of Elections, * F.3d * (2nd Cir. *): The court held that Rooker-Feldman did not apply because the state court judgment was not final due to a pending appeal.
Would you like sample language to include in your motion based on this case?
- Hoblock v. Albany County Bd. of Elections, * F.3d * (2nd Cir. *): The court held that Rooker-Feldman did not apply because the state court judgment was not final due to a pending appeal.
Would you like sample language to include in your motion based on this case?
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Sure, here is some sample language you can include in your motion based on the Hoblock v. Albany County Bd. of Elections case:
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Sample Language for Motion to Reconsider
Introduction:
- "Plaintiff respectfully moves this Court to reconsider its application of the Rooker-Feldman doctrine in dismissing the federal complaint."
Basis for Reconsideration:
- "At the time of filing the federal complaint, the state court judgment was non-final due to a pending appeal in the New York Court of Appeals."
Relevant Legal Precedents:
- "The Second Circuit has established in *Hoblock v. Albany County Bd. of Elections*, * F.3d * (2nd Cir. *), that the Rooker-Feldman doctrine does not apply when a state court judgment is not final due to a pending appeal. The court in *Hoblock* concluded that the Rooker-Feldman doctrine could not preclude federal jurisdiction where the state court decision was subject to ongoing appellate review."
Impact on Federal Case:
- "Given that the state court judgment was non-final at the time of filing, the Rooker-Feldman doctrine should not have barredfederal jurisdiction in this case. Therefore, the dismissal of the federal complaint on Rooker-Feldman grounds was premature and warrants reconsideration."
Conclusion:
- "For the reasons stated above, Plaintiff respectfully requests that the Court reconsider its dismissal of the complaint and allow the federal case to proceed."
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Introduction:
- "Plaintiff respectfully moves this Court to reconsider its application of the Rooker-Feldman doctrine in dismissing the federal complaint."
Basis for Reconsideration:
- "At the time of filing the federal complaint, the state court judgment was non-final due to a pending appeal in the New York Court of Appeals."
Relevant Legal Precedents:
- "The Second Circuit has established in *Hoblock v. Albany County Bd. of Elections*, * F.3d * (2nd Cir. *), that the Rooker-Feldman doctrine does not apply when a state court judgment is not final due to a pending appeal. The court in *Hoblock* concluded that the Rooker-Feldman doctrine could not preclude federal jurisdiction where the state court decision was subject to ongoing appellate review."
Impact on Federal Case:
- "Given that the state court judgment was non-final at the time of filing, the Rooker-Feldman doctrine should not have barredfederal jurisdiction in this case. Therefore, the dismissal of the federal complaint on Rooker-Feldman grounds was premature and warrants reconsideration."
Conclusion:
- "For the reasons stated above, Plaintiff respectfully requests that the Court reconsider its dismissal of the complaint and allow the federal case to proceed."
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