Many law firms were wiped out, or their files thrust into chaos in and around the WTC area. Are the courts granting extensions on court dates? Are the courts all snarled now? Has anyone heard? As far as I know, the news hasn’t addressed this issue.
Yes, many litigations were adjourned, including trials that were taking place at the time. I don’t believe any law firms were wiped out, although a couple lost use of their offices. The governor suspended the statute of limitations too.
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