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How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

When you seek compensation for an injury caused by another party's negligence, you may make a formal claim.

Every personal injury law firms case is different and it is not possible to know for certain how long it will take to conclude the issue.

However there are a few typical legal landmarks you should be aware of as the case progresses through the legal system.

The Complaint

The Complaint is the first legal document that must be filed in the event of a lawsuit. It describes your legal rights, the damages you are seeking and how the defendant(s) caused your injuries. It also includes an request for an initial trial date.

The complaint is filed before the court and is served to the defendants. They are given a deadline to submit an answer or a response. Here they will deny the allegations and present their defenses. Your attorney can also include the counterclaim of a third-party defendant at this time.

In the Complaint, your attorney will cite existing law (including the laws and decisions of the courts in which the case is currently being handled, and cases from other jurisdictions) to support their arguments. This helps the judge know why you believe the defendant is responsible for your injuries.

We will then draft an Bill of Particulars. It is a legal document that lists your injuries and their total amount, which includes the cost of medical bills, lost wages and other financial losses. We will also prepare an application for relief that will detail the compensation 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 the majority of the litigation timeline We will exchange information with the defendant using various legal tools, such as requests to admit interrogatories, requests for the production of documents. We could also depose experts and doctors.

The Notice of Claim

New York law imposes special rules for cases against municipalities and other government entities. These rules include strict deadlines to file a claim, and strict statutes that limit the time that a lawsuit can be filed. It is critical to consult an experienced attorney for injuries in these circumstances.

The first step in an action against a municipality, or any other governmental entity is filing a Notice of Claim. The document must be filed in writing and notarized. It clearly identifies the person making the claim, and includes enough details about the incident or accident to help the city agency understand who is responsible for damages, injuries and losses. It also states a specific amount of the claim is made.

When the City receives this claim it will acknowledge receipt and assign a claim number to it. An examiner from the Comptroller's Office will be assigned to investigate your claim and may request additional information from you or other sources. If you contact the City about your claim, you are asked to provide your claim number as well as the name of the investigator assigned to your case. The examiner will then decide whether the City is responsible for your damages and, if it is, the amount to which you are entitled under the law. If you are unable reach an agreement with the city and the city, your case will go to trial.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is an important aspect of any lawsuit as it allows you obtain details and evidence about the other party. You can accomplish this by a variety of methods which include written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. The process of discovery can help you create an argument that is strong and will succeed in proving your case.

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