Bill > S06936

This bill establishes expedited legal procedures for insurance claims arising from properties damaged during a state disaster emergency, as declared by the governor under section twenty-eight of the executive law. Specifically, the bill introduces three new court rules that mandate: 1) a preliminary conference within 30 days of filing a judicial intervention request, where all parties must appear in person or by counsel with settlement authority, and the court can allow telephonic or video conference participation; 2) a mandatory settlement conference within 14 days after filing a note of issue to discuss insurance claims; and 3) a requirement that all pre-trial motions be filed within 30 days after the note of issue is filed. The bill also requires that discovery be completed within 60 days of the preliminary conference, with potential penalties for non-compliance, though the court can extend this period for good cause. Additionally, the bill adds a new provision to existing civil practice rules to specifically include actions recovering damages from natural disaster-related property damage as a type of expedited legal proceeding. These provisions aim to streamline and accelerate the resolution of insurance claims in counties affected by state-declared disaster emergencies, providing a faster path to recovery for property owners.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6936