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How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

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

Every personal injury lawyers case is unique, and it is not possible to know how the case will last.

There are common signs in litigation that you need to be aware as the case moves through the system.

The Complaint

The Complaint is the first legal document to be filed in the course of a lawsuit. It describes your legal rights as well as the damages you're seeking, and the way in which the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also contains an request to establish an appointment date for 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 where they deny the allegations in the lawsuit and provide their defenses. At this stage, your attorney may also add a counterclaim as well as a third-party defendant.

In the Complaint, your lawyer will cite existing law (including laws and decisions of the courts in which the case is being heard as well as cases from different jurisdictions) in support of their arguments. This will help the judge discern the reasons why the defendant is liable for your injuries.

Then, we'll draft then, we'll prepare a Bill of Particulars. It is a legal document that lists your injuries and their total cost, including the expenses of medical bills, lost wages, and other monetary losses. We'll also draft an application for relief that describes the amount you are seeking. The demand is based upon the medical treatment that you received as well as any other evidence you provided to your lawyer. During the discovery phase, which makes up the majority of the timeframe for lawsuits, we and the defendant will exchange information using a variety of legal tools, including requests for admissions, interrogatories and requests for production of documents. We can also conduct depositions of experts and doctors.

The Claim Notice

New York law has special rules that apply to municipal entities as well as other government entities. These rules stipulate strict deadlines to file an action, and strict statutes that restrict the time in which the lawsuit can be filed. In these cases it is essential to speak with a reputable injury lawyer.

The first step to filing a claim against any municipality or government entity is to file a Notice of Claim. The notice must be submitted in written form and notarized. It identifies the individual who is submitting the claim. It also contains details about the accident or incident to notify the city agency who is responsible for the damage, injuries and losses. It also provides 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. When you contact the city about your claim, the City will ask you to provide your claim number and the details of the investigator assigned to your case. The examiner will determine if City is accountable for your damages, and if so then what amount you are entitled to under the law. If you and the city cannot reach an agreement the case could go to trial.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is a key part of any lawsuit because it allows you to obtain information and evidence from the other party. You can do this in a number of ways such as through written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. This discovery process will help you create a strong argument and win your case.

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