Schleif v. Karass

Fritz, C. J.-

In an action by Agatha Schleif against the defendants, Charlotte and R. M. Karass, and Rachel and Sydney C. Charney, the summons and complaint were served on December 20, 1950. Prior to January 22, 1951, plaintiff’s attorney agreed with the defendants’ attorney to extend time to answer; and about May 1, 1951, he gave a “short” additional time to answer. About April 16, 1951, plaintiff’s attorney by letter-and telephone was offered the opportunity to serve notice of trial so that he could place the case on the trial calendar to avoid delay. On May 17, 1951, counsel for defendants…