So a plaintiff obtains a default judgment against a defendant on a promissory note case. Defendant fails to appear or defend. On a motion to enter the default pursuant to CPLR 3215, one would assume ...

'Greenleaf' presents a clear framework for alleging, and demonstrating, a bona fide defense to the enforceability of a promissory note by establishing, through parole evidence, that the actual intent ...

A recent opinion out of the Florida Fifth District Court of Appeal makes clear that the failure of a lender or its successor in interest to introduce and authenticate original promissory notes at ...

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A promissory note is a type of negotiable instrument that's similar to a common law contract. Basically, it is a promise to pay a certain amount to the holder of the note, according to certain terms, ...