How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

You can file a lawsuit to seek compensation for injuries caused by the negligence of another party.

Every personal injury law firm case is unique, and it is not possible for us to predict how long the case will take.

There are common signs in litigation that you must be aware of as the case moves through the legal system.

The Complaint

A lawsuit begins by drafting a legal form called the Complaint. It lists your legal claims as well as the damages you're seeking, and the way in which the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also contains the request for the trial date.

The complaint is filed before the court and is served to the defendants. The defendants have a date for filing an answer or a response. They will then deny the allegations and outline their defenses. Your attorney can also include the counterclaim of a third-party defendant at this point.

Your lawyer will be able to support his arguments by citing existing law (including laws, decisions, and other cases from the courts where your case is being handled, as well as cases from other jurisdictions). This helps the judge discern why you believe the defendant is responsible for your injuries.

We'll then prepare an Bill of Particulars. It is a legal document that lists your injuries, their total costs, including medical bills, lost wage and other financial damages. We will also draft an application for relief which describes the compensation you are seeking. The demand is dependent on the medical treatment you received as well as other evidence you have provided to your attorney. During the discovery phase, which comprises most of the duration of the lawsuit, we and the defendant will exchange information using a variety of legal tools like requests for admissions, interrogatories and requests for production of documents. We can also conduct depositions of experts and doctors.

The Claim Notice

New York law has special rules that apply to municipal entities as well as other government entities. These rules include strict deadlines to file a claim, and strict statutes that limit the length of time the lawsuit can be filed. It is vital to consult an experienced injury lawyer in these instances.

The first step to filing a claim against a municipality or government entity is to make a notice of Claim. This document should be in written form and notarized. It identifies who is making the claim and provides enough information about the incident or accident to help the city agency know who is accountable for damages and injuries, as well as the loss. It also provides the amount of the claim.

The City will acknowledge receipt of the claim and assign the claim a number. An examiner from the Comptroller's Office will be assigned to investigate your claim. They may also need additional information from you or other sources. If you contact the city about your claim you will be asked to reference your claim number as well as the name of the person assigned to your case. The examiner will determine if City is liable for your damages and, if they are, what amount you are entitled to under the law. If you are unable reach an agreement with the city the case will go to trial.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is an important aspect of any lawsuit since it permits you to obtain information and evidence regarding the other party. It can be done by a variety of methods, including through written requests (called "discovery letters") and injury lawsuit subpoenas. This process of discovery will help you to build an argument that is persuasive and help you be successful in your case.

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