How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

If you want compensation for an injury triggered by another party's negligence, you may file a formal lawsuit.

Each personal injury case is different, and it is impossible to know for certain how long it will take to settle the issue.

There are some common landmarks in litigation that you need to be aware as the case moves through the system.

The Complaint

A lawsuit begins with a legal document dubbed the Complaint. It details the legal claims you have, the damages you are seeking, and how the defendant(s), caused your injuries. It also contains the request for a trial date.

The complaint is filed in the court, Injury and then served to the defendants. They are given a time limit to make an answer or another response. They will respond to the allegations and present their defenses. At this point, your lawyer can also add a counterclaim as well as a third-party defendant.

In the Complaint, the lawyer will cite existing law (including the laws and decisions of the courts where the case is currently being handled and cases from other jurisdictions) to support their arguments. This assists the judge know why they believe the defendant is liable for your injuries.

We will then draft then a Bill of Particulars. It is a legal document which will list your injuries and their total cost including medical bills, lost wages and other damages. We'll also create an order for relief that details the compensation you are seeking. The demand is based on the medical treatment you received and other evidence you've provided to your attorney. During the discovery stage which makes up the majority of the litigation timeline, we will exchange information with the defendant by using different legal tools, such as requests to admit interrogatories and requests for the production of documents. We can also conduct depositions of experts and doctors.

The Claim Notice

New York law imposes special rules for cases involving municipalities and other governmental entities. These requirements include strict deadlines for the filing of claims and strict statutes of limitations under which lawsuits can be brought. In these situations it is essential to speak with a qualified injury lawyers lawyer.

The first step in filing a claim against a municipality or government entity is to file a Notice of Claim. This document must be filed in written form and notarized. It clearly identifies the person making the claim and contains enough details about the incident or accident to let the city authority know who is accountable for damages and injuries, as well as the loss. It also identifies the amount of the claim.

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

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is a key element of any lawsuit since it permits you to obtain information and evidence from the other party. You can accomplish this by different methods that include written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. This discovery process will help you build an argument that is convincing and win your case.

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