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How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York





You can start a lawsuit to seek compensation for injuries caused by the negligence of a third party.

Every personal injury case is distinct and it's impossible for us to predict how long the case will take.

However there are some common litigation landmarks that you must be aware of as the case progresses through the system.

The Complaint

A lawsuit starts with a legal document called the Complaint. It details the legal claims you have, the damages that you seek, and how the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also contains a request for an appointment for a trial.

injury law firm passaic is filed with the court and served on the defendant(s). The defendants have a deadline to file an answer or another response. They will then deny the allegations and present their defenses. Your lawyer can also add an counterclaim or a third-party defendant at this point.

In the Complaint, your attorney will reference the existing law (including laws and decisions of the courts where the case is currently being handled as well as cases from different jurisdictions) in support of their arguments. This helps the judge to understand why you believe that the defendant is accountable for your injuries.

We will then prepare the Bill of Particulars. This is legal document that details your injuries and their total amount, which includes the cost of medical bills, lost wages and other monetary losses. We will also prepare an application for relief which provides the amount you're seeking. The demand is based upon the medical treatment that you received as well as any other evidence that you provide to your lawyer. During the discovery stage which makes up the most of the time in litigation, we will exchange information with the defendant by using different legal tools like requests to admit, interrogatories, and requests for the production of documents. We could also depose experts and doctors.

The Notice of Claim

New York law has special rules for cases involving municipalities and other government entities. These requirements include strict deadlines to file an action, as well as strict statutes that limit the time in which a lawsuit may be filed. It is critical to consult an experienced injury lawyer in these situations.

The first step in filing a claim against any municipality or government entity is to file a Notice of Claim. The notice must be submitted in writing and notarized. It identifies the individual who is making the claim. It should also contain enough details about the accident or incident to inform the city agency who is responsible for the damage, injuries and losses. It also identifies the amount of the claim.

After the City receives 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 could request additional information from you or other sources. If you contact the city about your claim, the City will ask you to give your claim number as well as the name of the investigator assigned to your case. The examiner will determine whether the City is accountable for your damages and, if so, what amount you are entitled to under the law. If you and the city cannot come to an agreement the case could be tried in court.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is a key part of any lawsuit because it permits you to collect information and evidence from the other party. This can be accomplished through different methods, including written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. This process of discovery will help you to build a strong argument and be successful in your case.

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