![Recent cases out of the Appellate Division, Second Department included decisions on a wide range of issues: Affirmation of the right to amend a complaint to include punitive damages in a Child Victims Act case. Confirmation of a higher risk level for a sex offender due to aggravating factors. Modification of a judgment on amending a complaint in a medical malpractice case. Upholding of the dismissal of a foreclosure over statute limitations. Reversal of a property sale order to require a detailed assessment of rights first. Upholding a judgment in a fraudulent inducement case against an estate. Brooklyn Eagle photo by Rob Abruzzese](https://brooklyneagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/appellate-division04302024.png)
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AD confirms right to amend complaint for punitive damages in Poly Prep...
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AD confirms right to amend complaint for punitive damages in Poly Prep...
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