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How to File an Injury Lawsuit in New York
If you want to recover compensation for an injury triggered by another party's negligence, you may file a formal lawsuit.
injury case sandy will be distinct and it's impossible to know how the case will last.
There are a few standard landmarks in litigation that you must 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 case of a lawsuit. It details the legal claims you have, the damages you are seeking, and what the defendant(s), caused your injuries. It also includes the request for a trial date.
The complaint is filed with the court and served on the defendant(s). They have a specific deadline to file an answer or other response. Here they will deny the allegations and state their defenses. Your lawyer may also mention the counterclaim of a third-party defendant at this time.
Your lawyer will support their argument by citing current law (including laws or decisions as well as cases from the courts where your case is being dealt with and also cases from other jurisdictions). This assists the judge understand why they think that the defendant is liable for your injuries.
Then, we will prepare Then, we will prepare a Bill of Particulars. It is legal document that details your injuries and their total cost, including the costs of medical bills, lost wages and other losses in money. We'll also draft an application for relief that provides the compensation you are seeking. The demand is dependent on the medical treatment you received as well as other evidence that you have provided to your attorney. During the discovery stage which is the majority of the timeline for litigation, we will exchange information with the defendant by using different legal tools, such as admission requests interrogatories, as well as requests for the production of documents. We could also depose doctors and experts.
The Notice of Claim
New York law imposes special rules for lawsuits against municipalities and other government entities. These rules contain strict deadlines to file a claim, and strict statutes that restrict the time that the lawsuit can be filed. It is vital to consult an experienced injury lawyer in these instances.
The first step in filing a claim against a municipality or government entity is to submit a Notice of Claim. The document must be in written form and notarized. It identifies who is making the claim and gives enough details about the incident or accident to let the city authority know who is responsible for damages and injuries, as well as the loss. It also identifies a specific amount to which the claim is filed.
The City will acknowledge receipt of the claim and assign the claim a number. An examiner from the Comptroller's Office will be assigned to investigate your claim and may require additional information from you or other sources. When 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 your case. The investigator will determine if the City is responsible for your damages, and if so then what amount you are entitled to under the law. If you and the city are unable to reach a settlement the case could be heard in court.
The Discovery Phase
The Discovery Phase is a key element of any lawsuit since it permits you to get information and evidence from the other party. It can be done through various methods which include written requests (called "discovery letters") and subpoenas. The process of discovery can help you create an argument that is strong and be successful in your case.
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