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What Happens in a New York Car Accident Lawsuit?

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If you’ve been injured by another driver, it may be time to talk to your lawyer about taking your claim to court. So, what happens in a New York car accident lawsuit? 

Knowing the answer is vital as you prepare for your claim. You’ll need to be ready for your day in court, so speak to your lawyer about the steps to a claim, like the ones below. 

Your Time to File a Lawsuit Will Be Limited

Keep in mind that you don’t have long to file in New York. To get your lawsuit started, you’ll need to file all the appropriate paperwork, which may include information on your injuries, your version of the accident, and what compensation you’re seeking for your claim. 

However, getting started requires acting within the time limit. In New York, you only have a few years at most to file a claim against the responsible party. If you fail to file within that time limit, you could be barred from recovery. 

That means your chances for compensation could be limited. Speak to your lawyer about preparing your car accident lawsuit as soon as possible for your injuries. 

Your Evidence Will Be Examined

One of your other major steps will be gathering evidence. Your car accident lawyer will present this evidence to the judge, who will be the one to decide whether you receive the compensation you need. Because of that, it’s important to gather all the evidence possible for your lawsuit. 

Often, the evidence you need will depend on the type of car crash you suffered. For example, let’s say the other driver hit you on a busy street. There may have been multiple eyewitnesses who can help support your version of events. Other evidence may include camera footage, testimony from expert witnesses, your accident report, and more. 

You May Be Accused of Negligence 

Unfortunately, getting your compensation isn’t as easy as filing your claim and showing what the other party did. You’ll also need to defend your own claim from accusations of carelessness. 

The at-fault party typically doesn’t want to pay for the suffering you’ve experienced. Because of this, they may claim you were partly at fault. Unfortunately, that can hurt your chances for compensation in New York. 

If you don’t fight back, your compensation could be reduced by the amount of fault they find you responsible for. That could leave you with less compensation than you need to recover fully, so speak to your lawyer before you accept fault. 

Talk to a New York Car Crash Attorney about Fighting for You

When you’re hurt because of another driver, a lawsuit in New York can help you seek the full compensation you deserve. When you’re struggling with a claim, you want to do all you can to get the compensation you need for a full recovery, but it’s a challenge on your own. 

That’s why you need to know what happens in a New York car accident lawsuit. If you have questions about the car accident claim process, you may want to speak for free with one of our attorneys. At Jaghab, Jaghab & Jaghab, PC, we know how difficult a lawsuit can be, which is why we’re focused on helping you with yours. 

If you’re struggling with your lawsuit, speak to a car accident lawyer by calling 516-747-8830 or by completing the online form below.


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