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How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

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

Each personal injury case will be distinct and it's impossible to know 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

The Complaint is the first legal document to be filed in a lawsuit. It lists the legal claims you have, the damages that you seek, and what the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also includes the request for the date of trial.

The complaint is filed in the court, and then served to the defendants. The defendants have a time limit for filing an answer or another response. This is the time to deny the allegations in the lawsuit and present their defenses. At this point, your lawyer can also add a counterclaim as well as a third-party defendant.

Your lawyer will support their arguments by citing the existing law (including laws or decisions, as well as other cases from the courts in which your case is being dealt with as well as cases from other jurisdictions). This will help the judge to understand why you believe that the defendant is accountable for your injuries.

We'll then prepare the Bill of Particulars. It is a legal document that lists your injuries, their total cost including medical bills, lost wages and other damages. We can also prepare an application for relief which details the compensation that you are seeking. The demand is dependent on the medical treatment you received and other evidence that you have provided to your attorney. During the discovery phase, which makes up most of the lawsuit timeline We and the defendant will exchange information using a variety of legal tools, including interrogatories, admissions requests and requests for the production of documents. We could also depose doctors and experts.

The Notice of Claim

New York law imposes special rules for cases involving municipalities and other governmental entities. These rules stipulate strict deadlines to file an action, as well as strict statutes that limit the length of time the lawsuit can be filed. It is critical to consult an experienced injury lawyer in these situations.

The first step to filing a claim against any municipality or government entity is to submit a Notice of Claim. This document should be submitted in written form and notarized. It identifies who is making the claim. It should also contain enough information about the accident or incident to notify the city agency who is responsible for the damage, injuries and losses. It also identifies the amount of the claim.

After the City has received this claim it will acknowledge receipt and assign a claim number to it. 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 will be asked to reference your claim number and 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 the amount you are entitled to under the law. If you and the city are unable reach a settlement then your case will go to trial.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is an important aspect of any lawsuit because it allows you to gather information and evidence about the other party. This can be done by a variety of methods such as through written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. This process of discovery can help you build a strong case and be successful in your case.

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