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opposite rule in New York

38 New York opinions name it 8 courts 1838–2025 2 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by New York courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (11)

CaseFollowedCited
Saad v. Elmuzagreen
nyappterm · 2006 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025LLC v. Eskin , 46 Misc 3d 40, 41 (App. Term 1st Dept. 2014), Saad v. Elmuza , 12 Misc 3d 57, 59 (App. Term 2nd Dept. 2006). [FN1] The opposite rule would obviously incentivize owners to move tenants around in order to evade legal protections for tenants.

11
91 Real Estate Associates LLC v. Eskingreen
nyappterm · 2014 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025LLC v. Eskin , 46 Misc 3d 40, 41 (App. Term 1st Dept. 2014), Saad v. Elmuza , 12 Misc 3d 57, 59 (App. Term 2nd Dept. 2006). [FN1] The opposite rule would obviously incentivize owners to move tenants around in order to evade legal protections for tenants.

11
Papa's-June Music, Inc. v. McLeangreen
nysd · 1996 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024As it did on the motion to dismiss, plaintiff again cites to Sabo v Delman ( 3 NY2d 155, 160 [1957]) and its progeny, an old line of cases that are: (1) largely abandoned in this department; (2) severely outdated; and (3) no longer good law (see Cougar Audio, Inc. v Reich, 2000 WL 420546 , at *6 [SDNY Apr. 18, 2000] [calling the Sabo line of cases "puzzling" and noting "there are numerous Appellate Division cases that state precisely the opposite rule"]; see also Papa's-June Music, Inc. v McLean, 921 F Supp 1154, 1160-1161 [SDNY 1996] ["Most courts that have subsequently considered the issue h

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Sabo v. Delmangreen
ny · 1957 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024As it did on the motion to dismiss, plaintiff again cites to Sabo v Delman ( 3 NY2d 155, 160 [1957]) and its progeny, an old line of cases that are: (1) largely abandoned in this department; (2) severely outdated; and (3) no longer good law (see Cougar Audio, Inc. v Reich, 2000 WL 420546 , at *6 [SDNY Apr. 18, 2000] [calling the Sabo line of cases "puzzling" and noting "there are numerous Appellate Division cases that state precisely the opposite rule"]; see also Papa's-June Music, Inc. v McLean, 921 F Supp 1154, 1160-1161 [SDNY 1996] ["Most courts that have subsequently considered the issue h

11
Troxel v. Granvillegreen
scotus · 2000 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
1 sentence

2002In fact, the trial court applied the opposite presumption, presuming that grandparental visitation would be in the children’s best interests unless it was shown that the children would be adversely impacted (see, Troxel v Granville, supra at 69).

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People v. Behloggreen
ny · 1989 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 1990–1990
1 sentence

1990(See, People v Behlog, 74 NY2d 237, 240 [1989]; People v Oliver, 1 NY2d 152, 157 [1956].) On the other hand, a change that increases the penalty for criminal conduct may not be applied retroactively, whatever the Legislature’s intent, since such an application would violate the prohibition against ex post facto laws.

11
Ayman v. Teachers' Retirement Boardgreen
ny · 1961 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 1990–1990
1 sentence

1990(See, e.g., Matter of Mulligan v Murphy, 14 NY2d 223, 226 [1964]; Matter of Ayman v Teachers’ Retirement Bd., 9 NY2d 119, 125 [1961].) However, when the Legislature makes a nonprocedural change in a penal provision that is "ameliorative” in nature, that is, when it reduces the punishment for proscribed conduct, the opposite presumption applies: absent a clear expression of intent to the contrary, the change is applied retroactively.

11
People v. Olivergreen
ny · 1956 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 1990–1990
1 sentence

1990(See, People v Behlog, 74 NY2d 237, 240 [1989]; People v Oliver, 1 NY2d 152, 157 [1956].) On the other hand, a change that increases the penalty for criminal conduct may not be applied retroactively, whatever the Legislature’s intent, since such an application would violate the prohibition against ex post facto laws.

11
Mulligan v. Murphygreen
ny · 1964 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 1990–1990
1 sentence

1990(See, e.g., Matter of Mulligan v Murphy, 14 NY2d 223, 226 [1964]; Matter of Ayman v Teachers’ Retirement Bd., 9 NY2d 119, 125 [1961].) However, when the Legislature makes a nonprocedural change in a penal provision that is "ameliorative” in nature, that is, when it reduces the punishment for proscribed conduct, the opposite presumption applies: absent a clear expression of intent to the contrary, the change is applied retroactively.

11
Leone v. Blumgreen
nyappdiv · 1980 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 1981–1981
1 sentence

1981See, however, the discussion at n 11 (infra) respecting the regulations under former 20 CFR 416.1125 (b), (c), (d), (e), which authorized a “presumption” of “in-kind” income in various household arrangements except for an opposite presumption favoring beneficiaries of households in which all members are recipients of some form of public income maintenance, as defined to include SSI, ADC and “[g]eneral assistance provided by State or local governments [e.g., home relief]” (20 CFR 416.1125 [b] [6] [iv] [$r]; see Matter of Leone v Blum, 73 AD2d 252, 266-268 ). .

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Boynton v. . Hatchgreen
· 1872 · cited in 1 New York opinions naming this issue, 1877–1877
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in New York. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (49)

CaseCitedYears
Hixon v. Cupp green
okla · 1897
2 sentences

1899The learned counsel for the appellant, while conceding that he has been unable to find any precedent in this state for the maintenance of this action, cites in favor of his contention Hixon v. Cupp, 5 Okl. 545 , 49 Pac. 927 .

1899The learned counsel for the appellant, while conceding that he has been unable to find any precedent in this state for the maintenance of this action, cites in favor of his contention Hixon v. Cupp, 5 Okl. 545 , 49 Pac. 927 .

21899–1899
Field v. Nickerson green
mass · 1816
2 sentences

1861In this country, one of the earliest cases on the subject which I have noticed is that of Field v. Nickerson ( 13 Mass., 131 ), which sustains the opposite doctrine.

1861In this country, one of the earliest cases on the subject which I have noticed is that of Field v. Nickerson ( 13 Mass., 131 ), which sustains the opposite doctrine.

21861–1861
Foley v. Mathias green
iowa · 1930
2 sentences

2000The fiduciary rules against dual agency, which bar a broker’s simultaneous representation of seller and buyer unless both parties consent, cannot be extended to bar simultaneous representation of several sellers who are rivals for the same customer (Foley v Mathias, 211 Iowa 160, 162 , 233 NW 106, 107 ).

2000The fiduciary rules against dual agency, which bar a broker’s simultaneous representation of seller and buyer unless both parties consent, cannot be extended to bar simultaneous representation of several sellers who are rivals for the same customer (Foley v Mathias, 211 Iowa 160, 162 , 233 NW 106, 107 ).

12000–2000
Matter of Beggs green
ny · 1876
1 sentence

1983This court may not review that decision.” (Matter of Beggs, 67 NY 120 ; emphasis supplied.) A close analysis of this language reveals that rather than standing for the proposition that review is precluded because of lack of subject matter jurisdiction, exactly the opposite principle of law is established.

11983–1983
Lauffer v. Easter Star Temple green
nyappdiv · 1924
1 sentence

1943(Lauffer v. Eastern Star Temple, 210 App. Div. 619 ; Matter of Strope v. Albany Steel and Iron Supply Co., 263 App. Div. 765 .) In this department the right to such relief has been rarely and sparingly granted.

11943–1943
In re of Hufstutler neutral
nyappdiv · 1927
1 sentence

1943(Matter of Hufstutler, 220 App. Div. 587 .) The opposite rule prevails in the third and fourth judicial departments.

11943–1943
People v. Bruno green
nyappdiv · 1941
1 sentence

1943(Lauffer v. Eastern Star Temple, 210 App. Div. 619 ; Matter of Strope v. Albany Steel and Iron Supply Co., 263 App. Div. 765 .) In this department the right to such relief has been rarely and sparingly granted.

11943–1943
In re the Estate of Parsons neutral
nysurct · 1932
1 sentence

1939(Matter of Parsons, 143 Misc. 368 ; modfd. as to the point in question, 238 App. Div. 883 .) The surety, nevertheless, argues that the public policy of the State of New York requires that bond premiums should be paid from the trust’s capital account.

11939–1939
In re the Judicial Settlement of the Account of Boyle neutral
nysurct · 1917
1 sentence

1939(Matter of Boyle, 99 Misc. 418, 420 ; Matter of Shepard, 136 id. 218, 220; Matter of Boyle , 140 id. 523, 526 ; Matter of Brewster, 148 id. 390; Matter of Blake, 156 id. 619, 620; Matter of Frost, 184 App. Div. 702, 704 .) In one case where the court of first instance adopted the opposite principle the Appellate Division reversed.

11939–1939
In re the Judicial Settlement of the Accounts of Frost neutral
nyappdiv · 1918
1 sentence

1939(Matter of Boyle, 99 Misc. 418, 420 ; Matter of Shepard, 136 id. 218, 220; Matter of Boyle , 140 id. 523, 526 ; Matter of Brewster, 148 id. 390; Matter of Blake, 156 id. 619, 620; Matter of Frost, 184 App. Div. 702, 704 .) In one case where the court of first instance adopted the opposite principle the Appellate Division reversed.

11939–1939
In re White neutral
nyappdiv · 1933
1 sentence

1939(Matter of Parsons, 143 Misc. 368 ; modfd. as to the point in question, 238 App. Div. 883 .) The surety, nevertheless, argues that the public policy of the State of New York requires that bond premiums should be paid from the trust’s capital account.

11939–1939
Myers v. . Davis green
ny · 1860
1 sentence

1924If the action is founded upon a contract which has been assigned by the party thereto, other than a negotiable promissory note or bill of exchange, a demand existing against the party thereto or an assignee of the contract at the time of the assignment thereof, and belonging to the defendant, in good faith, before notice of the assignment, must be allowed as a counterclaim to the amount of the plaintiff's demand, if it might have been so allowed against the party, or the assignee, while the contract belonged to him.” In the case of Myers v. Davis ( 22 N. Y. 489 ), Denio, J., said (at p. 493):

11924–1924
Michigan Savings Bank v. . Millar neutral
· 1906
1 sentence

1924If the action is founded upon a contract which has been assigned by the party thereto, other than a negotiable promissory note or bill of exchange, a demand existing against the party thereto or an assignee of the contract at the time of the assignment thereof, and belonging to the defendant, in good faith, before notice of the assignment, must be allowed as a counterclaim to the amount of the plaintiff's demand, if it might have been so allowed against the party, or the assignee, while the contract belonged to him.” In the case of Myers v. Davis ( 22 N. Y. 489 ), Denio, J., said (at p. 493):

11924–1924
Michigan Savings Bank v. Millar neutral
nyappdiv · 1906
1 sentence

1924If the action is founded upon a contract which has been assigned by the party thereto, other than a negotiable promissory note or bill of exchange, a demand existing against the party thereto or an assignee of the contract at the time of the assignment thereof, and belonging to the defendant, in good faith, before notice of the assignment, must be allowed as a counterclaim to the amount of the plaintiff's demand, if it might have been so allowed against the party, or the assignee, while the contract belonged to him.” In the case of Myers v. Davis ( 22 N. Y. 489 ), Denio, J., said (at p. 493):

11924–1924
Vanderzee v. Slingerland green
· 1886
1 sentence

1914(In re Denton, 137 N. Y. 428 ; Washbon v. Cope, 144 N. Y. 297 ; Benson v. Corbin, 145 N. Y. 351 ; Stokes v. Weston, 142 N. Y. 433 ; Vanderzee v. Slingerland, 103 N. Y. 47 ; Mullarky v. Sullivan, 136 N. Y. 227 ; Fowler v. Ingersoll, 127 N. Y. 472 .)” In three cases cited there are similar words of reference to intermediate life estates, which have been considered; in four cases cited the opposite rule is stated, and in three of them applied.

11914–1914
Mullarky v. . Sullivan green
ny · 1892
11914–1914
People ex rel. Miller v. Elmendorf green
nyappdiv · 1901
1 sentence

1914Miller v. Elmendorf, 57 App. Div. 340 .) When it is not necessary so to act the opposite rule should and does prevail.

11914–1914
Fowler v. . Ingersoll neutral
ny · 1891
1 sentence

1914(In re Denton, 137 N. Y. 428 ; Washbon v. Cope, 144 N. Y. 297 ; Benson v. Corbin, 145 N. Y. 351 ; Stokes v. Weston, 142 N. Y. 433 ; Vanderzee v. Slingerland, 103 N. Y. 47 ; Mullarky v. Sullivan, 136 N. Y. 227 ; Fowler v. Ingersoll, 127 N. Y. 472 .)” In three cases cited there are similar words of reference to intermediate life estates, which have been considered; in four cases cited the opposite rule is stated, and in three of them applied.

11914–1914
In Re the Judicial Settlement of the Account of Denton neutral
ny · 1893
1 sentence

1914(In re Denton, 137 N. Y. 428 ; Washbon v. Cope, 144 N. Y. 297 ; Benson v. Corbin, 145 N. Y. 351 ; Stokes v. Weston, 142 N. Y. 433 ; Vanderzee v. Slingerland, 103 N. Y. 47 ; Mullarky v. Sullivan, 136 N. Y. 227 ; Fowler v. Ingersoll, 127 N. Y. 472 .)” In three cases cited there are similar words of reference to intermediate life estates, which have been considered; in four cases cited the opposite rule is stated, and in three of them applied.

11914–1914
Benson v. . Corbin green
· 1895
1 sentence

1914(In re Denton, 137 N. Y. 428 ; Washbon v. Cope, 144 N. Y. 297 ; Benson v. Corbin, 145 N. Y. 351 ; Stokes v. Weston, 142 N. Y. 433 ; Vanderzee v. Slingerland, 103 N. Y. 47 ; Mullarky v. Sullivan, 136 N. Y. 227 ; Fowler v. Ingersoll, 127 N. Y. 472 .)” In three cases cited there are similar words of reference to intermediate life estates, which have been considered; in four cases cited the opposite rule is stated, and in three of them applied.

11914–1914
Stokes v. . Weston green
ny · 1894
1 sentence

1914(In re Denton, 137 N. Y. 428 ; Washbon v. Cope, 144 N. Y. 297 ; Benson v. Corbin, 145 N. Y. 351 ; Stokes v. Weston, 142 N. Y. 433 ; Vanderzee v. Slingerland, 103 N. Y. 47 ; Mullarky v. Sullivan, 136 N. Y. 227 ; Fowler v. Ingersoll, 127 N. Y. 472 .)” In three cases cited there are similar words of reference to intermediate life estates, which have been considered; in four cases cited the opposite rule is stated, and in three of them applied.

11914–1914
Gray v. . Shepard green
· 1895
11913–1913
Jerome v. . Queen City Cycle Co. green
ny · 1900
11913–1913
Greenfield Savings Bank v. Stowell green
mass · 1877
11909–1909
Continental Improvement Co. v. Stead green
scotus · 1877
11899–1899
Green v. . Green neutral
ny · 1877
11893–1893
Eckstein v. Frank neutral
· 1863
11893–1893
Martin v. . Kunzmuller green
ny · 1867
11892–1892
Murray v. Lardner green
· 1865
11888–1888
Murry, Nelson & Co. v. Ocheltree neutral
iowa · 1882
11888–1888
Lindsay v. Jackson & McJimpsey green
nychanct · 1831
11881–1881
Smith v. . Felton green
ny · 1871
11881–1881
Bradley v. . Angel neutral
ny · 1850
11881–1881
Merchants' Insurance v. Hinman neutral
nysupct · 1861
11881–1881
Jackson, ex rel. Smith v. Adams neutral
nysupct · 1831
11873–1873
McCaughal v. Ryan neutral
nysupct · 1857
11873–1873
Arent v. Squire & Johnson neutral
· 1863
11868–1868
Knapp v. Curtis neutral
nysupct · 1832
11868–1868
Logan v. Murray green
pa · 1820
11867–1867
The People v. . Vilas green
· 1867
11867–1867

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