An appraisal presents a pure factual presentation of data and information utilized by an expert to conclude to an opinion of value. In New York State, an appraisal is required to be exchanged and filed pursuant to Court Rule. 22 NYCRR Sec. 202.61. See Miriam Osburn Memorial Home Assoc. v Assessor of Rye, 2004 N.Y. Slip. Op. 50793 (U) (West. Sup. Ct. 2004). The Appraisal Rule allows the parties to prepare for trial with knowledge of each other’s valuations and the foundations and justifications thereof. Parisi v State, 62 Misc2d 378, 382… read more
September 12, 2019