How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

You can bring a lawsuit in order to seek compensation for injuries that were caused by the negligence of a third party.

Each personal injury lawsuits case is unique and it is impossible for us to predict how long the case will take.

However there are a few common legal landmarks that you must be aware of as the case progresses through the legal system.

The Complaint

A lawsuit begins by drafting a legal form called the Complaint. It describes the legal rights you have, the damages that you are seeking, as well as what the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also contains the request for an initial trial date.

The complaint is filed in the court and served on the defendant(s). The defendants have a time limit to file an answer or injuries another response. This is when they contest the allegations in the lawsuit and present their defenses. Your attorney can also include an counterclaim or a third-party defendant in this instance.

In the Complaint, the lawyer will refer to the law in force (including laws and decisions of the courts in which the case is being heard as well as cases from other jurisdictions) in support of their arguments. This will help the judge to understand why you believe that the defendant is responsible for your injuries.

Then, we'll prepare then, we'll prepare a Bill of Particulars. It is legal document that details your injuries and their total cost, including the costs of medical expenses, lost wages and other monetary losses. We will also prepare an application for relief that provides the amount 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 stage which makes up the majority of the litigation timeline we will discuss information with the defendant using different legal tools, such as requests to admit interrogatories, requests for the production of documents. We may also request depositions of doctors and experts.

The Claim Notice

New York law imposes special rules for cases involving municipalities and other governmental entities. These rules include strict deadlines for the filing of a claim and strict statutes of limitation in the circumstances where a lawsuit could be brought. In these instances it is imperative to seek out a reputable injury lawyer.

The first step to file the process of claiming against a municipality or other government entity is to file a Notice of Claim. This document must be in writing and injuries notarized. It identifies the person who is making the claim, and provides enough information about the incident or accident to help the city's agency know who is responsible for the damages and injuries, as well as the loss. It also details the amount of the claim.

The City will acknowledge receipt of the claim and assign the claim a number. A Comptroller's Office examiner will be assigned to investigate the claim. They may request additional information from you or from other sources. If you contact the City regarding your claim you are asked to provide your claim number as well as the name of the investigator assigned to your case. The investigator will determine if the City is liable for your damages and, if it is the amount you are entitled to under the law. If you and the city are unable to reach an agreement your case may go to trial.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is an important element of any lawsuit since it permits you to obtain information and evidence about the other party. You can do this through a variety of methods by writing requests (called"discovery letters") and subpoenas. This discovery process will help you create an argument that is strong and will succeed in proving your case.

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