Estrada et al v. Alexim Trading Corp.

Filing 79

ORDER denying 75 Motion for Reconsideration ; granting 75 Motion to Amend/Correct. Clerks Notice: Filer must separately re-file the amended pleading pursuant to Local Rule 15.1, unless otherwise ordered by the Judge Defendant shall file its Amended Answer and Affirmative Defenses by 12/16/11. Signed by Judge Patricia A. Seitz on 12/14/11. (mg)

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