How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

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

Each personal injury attorney case is unique and it is not possible to determine for certain how long it will take to conclude the issue.

However, there are a few commonly used legal terms that you must be aware of as the case progresses through the legal system.

The Complaint

A lawsuit starts with a legal document known as the Complaint. It describes your legal rights as well as the damages you're seeking and how the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also contains the request to set an appropriate trial date.

The complaint is filed before the court and is served to the defendants. The defendants are given a deadline for filing an answer or any other response. They will then deny the allegations and provide defenses. At this stage, your attorney may also add a counterclaim or a third-party defendant.

In the Complaint, your lawyer will refer to the law in force (including laws and decisions of the courts where the case is currently being handled, and cases from other jurisdictions) to support their arguments. This helps the judge know why you believe the defendant is accountable for your injuries.

Then, we'll prepare a Bill of Particulars. This is legal document that details the extent of your injuries and their amount, which includes the cost of medical bills, lost wages, and other losses in money. We'll also create an order for relief that describes the amount you are seeking. The demand is dependent on the medical treatment you received as well as other evidence you've provided to your attorney. During the discovery phase, which accounts for firm most of the duration of the lawsuit both the defendant and we will exchange information through various legal tools such as interrogatories, requests for admissions and requests for the production of documents. We may also depose experts and doctors.

The Notice of Claim

New York law has special rules that apply to municipal entities as well as other government entities. These requirements include strict deadlines for filing of claims and strict statutes of limitation in the circumstances where a lawsuit could be filed. In these situations it is essential to speak with a qualified Richmond Injury Lawsuit lawyer.

The first step in the process of claiming against a municipality or another government agency is to file a Notice of Claim. The document must be filed in writing and notarized. It identifies who is making the claim and contains enough information about the accident or incident to notify the city agency who is responsible for the damages, injuries and losses. It also provides a specific amount that the claim is filed.

When the City receives the claim, it will acknowledge receipt and assign a claim number it. A Comptroller's Office examiner will be assigned to investigate the claim. They could request additional information from you, or from other sources. If you contact the city about your claim, you will be asked to provide your claim number and the name of the person assigned to your case. The examiner will decide whether the City is responsible for your losses and, if it is, the amount to which you are entitled under the law. If you are unable to reach an agreement with the city and the city, your case will go to trial.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is a key element of any lawsuit since it permits you to collect information and evidence from the other party. This can be accomplished through various methods that include written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. This discovery process can help you construct a strong case to be successful in your case.

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