Key Changes to New York Motor Vehicle Litigation Under the 2026 CPLR and Insurance Law Amendments

In late May 2026, Governor Hochul signed into law several amendments to both the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules (the CPLR) and the New York Insurance Law (the Insurance Law). The coordinated reforms to procedural and substantive laws were reportedly motivated by a legislative desire to “address . . . rising costs affecting motor vehicle insurance premiums” resulting from fraudulent and abusive practices. Consequently, the amendments concern motor vehicle cases only. Portions of the... By: Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC