How to File an
Injury Lawsuit in New York
You can make a claim for compensation for any injuries resulting from the negligence of another party.
Every personal
injury lawsuits case is individual and therefore it is impossible for us to predict how the case will last.
However there are a few common legal landmarks that you must be aware of as the case progresses through the system.
The Complaint
A lawsuit starts with a legal document known as the Complaint. It outlines your legal claims as well as the damages you're seeking, and the manner in which the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also includes a request for an appointment for a trial.
The complaint is filed with the court and then served to the defendants. They are given a deadline to make an answer or another response. They will respond to the allegations and present their defenses. Your lawyer may also mention the counterclaim of a third-party defendant in this instance.
Your attorney will support their arguments by citing existing law (including laws, decisions, and other cases from the courts in which your case is being handled in addition to cases from other jurisdictions). This assists the judge understand why they think that the defendant is accountable for your injuries.
We will then draft then a Bill of Particulars. It is a legal document which lists your injuries, the total cost of them, including medical bills, lost wage and other monetary damages. We'll also prepare a demand for relief that details the compensation 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 stage, which takes up the most of the time in litigation We will exchange information with the defendant using different legal tools such as requests for admission interrogatories and requests for the production of documents. We may also be able to take depositions of experts and doctors.
The Notice of Claim
New York law has special rules in cases involving municipalities and other government entities. These rules stipulate strict deadlines for filing of a claim, as well as strict statutes of limitations under which a lawsuit may be filed. It is vital to consult an experienced
injury lawyer in these situations.
The first step in an action against a municipality or other government entity is to file a Notice of Claim. This document should be in writing and notarized. It identifies who is submitting the claim. It also contains details about the accident or incident to notify the city agency who is accountable for the damages, injuries and losses. It also identifies the amount of the claim.
When the City receives this claim, it will acknowledge receipt and assign a claim number it. 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 regarding your claim, the city will ask you to provide your claim number and name of the investigator assigned your case. The examiner will then determine whether the City is liable for your losses and, if yes, the amount to which you are entitled under the law. If you are unable reach an agreement with the city the case will go to trial.
The Discovery Phase
The Discovery Phase is a key component of any lawsuit as it allows you to obtain information and evidence from the opposing party. You can accomplish this through a variety of methods that include written requests (called"discovery letters") and subpoenas. The process of discovery can help you to build an argument that is convincing and be successful in your case.
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