otakis v. Tzitzikalakis, ["29O] 302 AD2d 369, 370, 753 NYS2d 898 [2d Dept 2003]; Sage Realty Corp. v Proskauer Rose, 251 AD2d 35, 38, 675 NYS2d 14 [1st Dept 1998]). Discussion In support of his instant motion, Bums argues that this action must be dismissed based upon plaintiffs' lack of standing to sue. [FI