Ordered that the order is reversed, as a matter of discretion, with costs, the motion is granted, and the answer is reinstated.
It is well settled that a defendant attempting to vacate a default must establish a reasonable excuse for the default, a meritorious defense, and a lack of prejudice to the nonmoving party (see, Morgese v Laro Maintenance Corp.,
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