How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

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

Each personal injury lawsuits case will be unique, and it is not possible to know how long the case will take.

There are a few common pitfalls in litigation that you should be aware as the case progresses through the legal system.

The Complaint

The Complaint is the first legal document to be filed in a lawsuit. It describes your legal rights, the damages you are seeking, and the way in which the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also contains a request to set an appropriate trial date.

The complaint is filed with the court and then served to the defendants. The defendants are given a deadline for filing an answer or a response. They will then deny the allegations and provide defenses. Your lawyer can also add a counterclaim or third party defendant in this instance.

Your lawyer will support their arguments by citing existing law (including laws or decisions, as well as other cases from the courts where your case is currently being handled, as well as cases from other jurisdictions). This helps the judge to discern the reasons why the defendant is accountable for your injuries.

We will then prepare an Bill of Particulars. This is a legal document that details your injuries, their total cost including medical bills, lost wage as well as other damages. We'll also prepare a demand for relief which describes the amount 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 phase, which makes up most of the duration of the lawsuit, we and the defendant will exchange information through various legal tools such as interrogatories, requests for admissions and requests for the production of documents. We could also depose experts and doctors.

The Claim Notice

New York law imposes special rules for cases involving municipalities and other government entities. These rules stipulate strict deadlines for the filing of a claim and strict statutes of limitations within the circumstances where a lawsuit could be filed. It is critical to consult an experienced injury lawyer in these instances.

The first step in making a claim against a municipality, or any other governmental entity is filing a Notice of Claim. The document must be in written form and notarized. It identifies the person making the claim, and Injuries contains enough details about the incident or accident to help the city agency understand who is responsible for 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 it a claim number. 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 regarding your claim you will be asked to provide your claim number and the name of the person assigned to your case. The examiner will determine whether the City is liable for your damages and, if it is it will determine the amount you're 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 an important aspect of any lawsuit because it lets you gather details and evidence about the other party. You can accomplish this in a number of ways, including through written requests (called"discovery letters") and subpoenas. This discovery process can help you create a strong case to be successful in your case.

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