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PDF DocumentsMany
of the documents available in the USDC, SDNY Web site have been formatted as PDF (Portable
Document Format) documents. In PDF form, each document retains the formatting and
appearance of the original document and can be viewed on or printed from any computer.
In order to access a PDF document, you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader or Acrobat
Exchange software. You can download
a (free) copy of Acrobat Reader if you don't already have it on your
computer.
To view the document, instead of automatically downloading it, your
browser must be set up to display. (Read the downloading
tips section of this help page if you want to download instead of viewing the document
on-line.) If you need specific instructions on how to configure your browser to display or
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Downloading Tips
- PDF Documents
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- If you prefer to download a document in PDF format, instead of viewing it on-line, hold
down the "Shift" key as you click on the link to the document. You will need to
have Adobe Acrobat in order to view the file. You can download a (free)
copy of Acrobat Reader if you don't already have it on your computer. (Read
the PDF Documents section of this help page for more
information on PDF documents and additional links for technical support.)
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- WordPerfect Documents
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- If you have difficulty downloading the document in Netscape Navigator, hold down the
"Shift" key as you click on the document link to force Netscape to download the
file.
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Forms
- Completing a form on-line
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- Some of the Clerk's Office forms (where noted) are
set up so that you can fill in the blanks on your computer, instead of using a typewriter.
In order to complete the forms on-line, you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader or Acrobat
Exchange. For more information on Adobe Acrobat, read about PDF
Documents.
Hints for on-line forms:
- Make sure that the information entered in each field appears when the form is printed.
- After typing information in a field, either Tab to the next field, click outside the
field or in the next space with the mouse, or press Enter if it's a one-line field.
- To place an "X" in one of the check boxes, point and click in the space with
your mouse.
- The form must be printed out for filing. It cannot be filed on-line.
To print a double-sided form,
try one of the following methods:
- 1. When sending the document to your printer, instead
of printing the entire document, either enter the page number or select the current page.
Print the first page and then manually feed the paper to print the second page on the back
of the same sheet.
- 2. Print both pages separately and then use a
photocopier to copy the single-sided originals onto one double-sided sheet.
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Browser TypesThis web site will appear and function best with a Netscape or
Internet Explorer browser, version 3.0 or higher. For best results, use the
latest browser version of Netscape or Internet Explorer. You can visit WWW.HOME.NETSCAPE.COM/DOWNLOAD or WWW.MICROSOFT.COM to download the latest version of
the Netscape or Microsoft browsers. A software download sometimes takes several
minutes, so you might want to plan accordingly.
AOL Users
- Your AOL
browser may not be compatible, particularly if you have an older version, especially when
accessing the CourtWeb program. Your computer may already have a Netscape or Internet
Explorer browser loaded on it. If not, you can visit WWW.HOME.NETSCAPE.COM/DOWNLOAD or WWW.MICROSOFT.COM for information on downloading one
of the Netscape or Microsoft browsers. When using the Netscape or Internet Explorer
browser you can log into AOL as usual, then minimize the AOL browser and open either
Netscape or Internet Explorer for your session. It is also recommended that you get the
latest version of the AOL browser.
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CourtWebInstructions
- The CourtWeb
"Welcome" page contains a button that links to complete, step-by-step instructions and help.
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- (Watch List account holders should access CourtWeb through the Watch List log-in page. The log-in screen and main menu each
contain a button that links to complete instructions and help for Watch List users.)
Participating Judges
- CourtWeb participating judges are
listed on the pull-down menu under "Judge," on the Rulings Report page. Click on
the arrow in the "Judge" field and scroll up or down the list to see the judges'
names.
AOL Users
- Your AOL
browser may not be compatible with CourtWeb, particularly if you have an older version.
Please read the information above on browser types.
Watch List
- Watch List is an additional CourtWeb service that allows the law firm or
practitioner to enter and edit a private list of cases. A Watch List account includes all
the features of CourtWeb, plus e-mail notification and additional report options
for cases on your Watch List.
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- When a ruling is posted to CourtWeb by chambers, the description will automatically
appear on your Watch List and an automatic e-mail message will be sent to the contact
person specified in your application. The
e-mail will include all of the information contained in the ruling entry, i.e.,
caption, case number, date, judge's name, a brief summary of the ruling, and the www link
or location for the full text of the document where available.
When your CourtWeb Watch
List account has been set up you will maintain your own list of cases. You must have the
case number for Watch List to function. Please do not send e-mail requests for information
about cases. If you need a case number or other information you must conduct the request
through the Clerk's Office and pay any required search fee.
After the application has been submitted and processed, you will receive the
user name, password and instructions by return e-mail. (Only one user name and
password will be assigned for each firm.) The account confirmation will also include
the address for the Watch List log-in page. Since this is a private screen for Watch List
accounts only, it is not linked to the SDNY Web site, or to the public CourtWeb pages.
Lost Watch List Log-in Info?
- If you have lost or forgotten your Watch List user name, password, or log-in page
address, send an e-mail to Webmaster_ILND@ilnd.uscourts.gov
and specify the information you need. Please identify your firm or user name when you
e-mail or call so that your account information can be looked up.
Change of Address for Watch List
- If any of your Watch List account information changes, particularly the e-mail address
and phone number, please e-mail the updated information to the webadmin.
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