New York Court of Appeals
James M. Finnerty v. New York State Thruway Authority
November 30, 198975 N.Y.2d 721
Summary
The New York Court of Appeals affirmed the Appellate Division's dismissal of the claim, holding that service on the Attorney-General under Court of Claims Act § 11 is a jurisdictional prerequisite that cannot be waived, and the failure to serve deprives the court of subject‑matter jurisdiction.