People's Bank v. Horesco

This appeal challenges the essentially procedural consequences that followed the entry of a default after the defendant failed to appear at the time assigned for trial. While the appeal purports to raise several other substantive issues, the record discloses that they have not been properly preserved for appellate review.

The underlying suit alleged failure to pay the amount due on a promissory note. The defendant, Joseph F. Horesco, admitted that monies were owed but left the plaintiff, People’s Bank, to its proof as to the exact sum due. The defendant also filed a three count counterclaim…