As to the claim of improper service, in our view Ms. Robertson, the executive secretary of the vice-president in charge of Zurich's office, was, on the facts of this case, an "agent authorized by appointment * * * to receive service". (CPLR 311, subd 1.) The statute does not require that such an authorization be in writing. (Cf. CPLR 308, subd 3.) At least with respect to a defendant who is amenable to service within the State, the chief function of the service of process...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.
