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Navigating New York's no-fault car laws and NYC court customs is complex. We are not your counsel in Supreme Court.
Legal snapshot
How New York cases are often discussed
General information about how legal matters are often discussed in New York. This is not legal advice, and rules change.
Fault rule
Pure comparative fault
New York is a no-fault auto state. PIP benefits usually come first, and a serious-injury threshold can limit lawsuits against another driver.
Typical filing window
Many injury lawsuits discussed around 3 years; city notice can be 90 days
Ranges vary by claim type. Confirm the date that applies to you with a participating attorney.
Auto system
No-fault (PIP)
No-fault states often start with PIP benefits. At-fault states usually look first at who caused the wreck.
Where cases are heard
Supreme Court for many civil cases; NYC has additional local courts
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Local context
New York's legal terrain
New York follows a no-fault auto system. PIP coverage typically pays first, and a serious-injury test can restrict claims against other drivers. Pure comparative fault still applies once a case moves ahead. Construction and scaffold accidents carry unique statutes.
Most personal injury suits have a three-year window, but claims against municipalities may need notice within 90 days. A New York lawyer can verify both timelines for you.
Issues that often come up in New York reviews
01
Serious-injury threshold after a crash
No-fault benefits often pay first. Extra rules decide whether you can sue another driver for pain and suffering. Pure comparative fault still applies when a suit goes forward.
02
90-day notice against cities
Some notice-of-claim deadlines against New York City or other public bodies are as short as 90 days. That is a frequent miss after a bus, subway-adjacent, or sidewalk incident.
03
Scaffold and construction statutes
Construction and elevation cases can involve extra Labor Law rules that do not exist in every state. The Lawyer Directory does not represent you in Supreme Court.
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Before you submit
Good to know in New York
- Have a New York attorney check both the no-fault threshold and any notice clock.
- Upstate dockets in Buffalo, Syracuse, and Albany follow the same statutes with local habits.
- This page is general information, not advice.
This page is general information about New York law, not legal advice from The Lawyer Directory. A participating attorney who reviews your facts can confirm what applies to you.