How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

If you want to recover compensation for an injury sustained through the negligence of a third party you can bring a formal lawsuit.

Each personal injury law firm case is distinct and it's impossible to know how long the case will take.

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

The Complaint

The Complaint is the first legal document that must be filed in the case of a lawsuit. It outlines your legal claims and the damages you're seeking, and the way in which the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also includes a request for the trial date.

The complaint is filed with the court and served to the defendants. The defendants are given a deadline to file an answer or another response. Here they will deny the allegations and outline their defenses. At this stage, your attorney may also make a counterclaim, or a third-party defendant.

In the Complaint, your lawyer will reference the existing law (including laws and decisions of the courts in which the case is currently being handled and cases from other jurisdictions) to support their arguments. This will help the judge comprehend why they believe that the defendant is accountable for injury lawsuit your injuries.

We will then draft the Bill of Particulars. It is a legal document that lists your injuries as well as their total cost, including the expenses of medical expenses, lost wages and other financial losses. We'll also prepare an application for relief that details the compensation that you're seeking. The demand is based on the medical treatment you received and other evidence that you have provided to your attorney. During the discovery phase which is the majority of the timeline for litigation, we will exchange information with the defendant by using various legal tools, like requests to admit interrogatories, requests for the production of documents. We may also be able to take depositions of experts and doctors.

The Claim Notice

New York law imposes special rules for cases against municipalities and other governmental entities. These rules stipulate strict deadlines for the filing of a claim, as well as strict statutes of limitation in which a lawsuit can be filed. It is critical to consult an experienced attorney for injuries in these circumstances.

The first step in bringing a claim against any municipality or government entity is to file a Notice of Claim. This document must be in written form and notarized. It identifies the individual who is submitting the claim and provides enough information about the accident or incident to inform the city agency who is responsible for the injuries, damages and losses. It also identifies a specific amount to which the claim is filed.

Once the City has received the claim, it will acknowledge receipt and assign a claim number it. An examiner from the Comptroller's Office will be assigned to investigate your claim and may need additional information from you or other sources. If you contact the city regarding your claim, you will be asked to reference your claim number and the name of the person assigned to your case. The examiner will determine if the City is accountable for your damages, and if so, what amount you are entitled to under the law. If you and the city are not able to reach an agreement then your case will go to trial.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is a key part of any lawsuit because it permits you to get information and evidence from the other party. You can accomplish this by a variety of methods which include written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. This discovery process can help you build a strong case to be successful in your case.

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