The applicants brought an application for damages and an accounting arising from an alleged breach of contract relating to referral fees between two law firms.
The matter was forwarded to the judge for determination in writing, having been incorrectly treated as a consent or unopposed motion.
Upon reviewing the full record, including the respondent's opposing materials, the judge concluded that a disposition based on the written record was not appropriate due to material facts in dispute and legal issues requiring a hearing or trial.
The matter was returned to Civil Practice Court for scheduling.
