New York law is favorable to personal injury victims, helping them obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, funeral costs and more.

This article covers the New York personal injury basics you need to know.

What is a personal injury?

A personal injury occurs when one party suffers harm due to another party’s negligence or intentionally harmful behavior.

What is the New York personal injury statute of limitations?

In New York, an injured party typically has three years or less to file a personal injury claim or personal injury lawsuit. The statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims is two and one-half years. Additionally, if a party is suing for wrongful death then the family suing only has two years to file a lawsuit. Personal injuries are often life-changing, to avoid missing your window of opportunity to file a claim or lawsuit, consult with a personal injury attorney to find out your case’s statute of limitations.

Consult with an experienced personal injury attorney.

Find an experienced personal injury or wrongful death attorney you trust. They should be someone that you can easily get a hold of, someone who takes you seriously, answers all your questions, and makes you feel confidence about your case.

Find an attorney who works on a contingency fee basis. These attorneys require no upfront cost and only take a percentage of winnings or settlement.

Are you fighting a personal injury accident claim?

Ask your insurance about your coverage. Sometimes homeowners insurance or other types of insurance that are relevant to the case will help either with your legal defense or with legal fees.

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