How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York

When you seek compensation for an injury caused through the negligence of a third party you may bring a formal lawsuit.

Each personal richardson injury law firm case is individual and therefore it is impossible for us to predict how the case will last.

However there are some common legal landmarks that you must be aware of as the case moves through the court system.

The Complaint

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

The complaint is filed in court and served on the defendant(s). The defendants have a deadline for filing an answer or a response. This is where they deny the allegations in the lawsuit, and also state their defenses. Your lawyer can also add an counterclaim or Vimeo a third-party defendant at this point.

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

Then, we'll draft the Bill of Particulars. This is legal document that details your injuries as well as their total amount, which includes the cost of medical bills, lost wages, and other monetary losses. We'll also prepare an application for relief that will detail the compensation you're seeking. The demand is dependent on the medical treatment you received and other evidence you've provided to your attorney. During the discovery phase, which comprises the majority of the timeline 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 doctors and experts.

The Notice of Claim

New York law imposes special rules for cases against municipalities and other governmental entities. These rules stipulate strict deadlines for filing of a claim as well as strict statutes of limitations in which a lawsuit may be brought. In these cases it is crucial to speak with a qualified injury lawyer.

The first step in filing a claim against a municipality or government entity is to file a Notice of Claim. The notice must be submitted in written form and notarized. It identifies the person making the claim and contains enough details about the incident or accident to help the city authority know who is responsible for any damages or injuries, and who is responsible for losses. It also identifies the amount of the claim.

Once the City has received the 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 could request additional information from you or from other sources. If you contact the City about your claim, the city will require you to provide your claim number and the name of the investigator assigned to your case. The examiner will determine if City is liable for your damages and, if it is then what amount you are entitled to under the law. If you are unable reach an agreement with the city, your case will go to trial.

The Discovery Phase

The Discovery Phase is a key element of any lawsuit since it permits you to get information and evidence from the opposing party. You can accomplish this by many different ways that include written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. The process of discovery can help you to build an argument that is strong and will win your case.

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