Ordered that the order is reversed, with costs, the defendant's motion is granted, the default judgment dated May 7, 1986 is vacated, and the defendant's time to serve an answer to the complaint is extended until 10 days after service upon it of a copy of this decision and order, with notice of entry.
The law clearly favors the resolution of cases on the merits. We find that the defendant sustained its burden in establishing a reasonable excuse for its default and...
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