Order unanimously reversed on the law with costs and motion granted, in accordance with the following memorandum:
Special Term abused its discretion in denying defendant's motion to vacate his default (CPLR 5015 [a] [1]). Defendant's affidavit provided a justifiable excuse for his failure to appear for trial and presented a meritorious defense. Further defendant, who was acting pro se, timely answered the complaint and returned from Florida to appear for an...
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