New York County (Manhattan) Personal Injury Lawyer | SRIS, P
Personal Injury Lawyer in New York County (Manhattan), NY
In New York County (Manhattan), personal injury claims under NY CPLR Article 14-A allow pure comparative fault recovery. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4,739+ firm-wide documented results. A New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer can help with serious injury cases. Contact us 24/7 at (888) 437-7747.
Last verified: April 2026 | New York County Supreme Court | NY CPLR Article 14-A (official New York State Senate)
New York personal injury law operates under a pure comparative fault system under NY CPLR Article 14-A. This means your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, but you can still recover even if you are 99% at fault. For auto accident cases, you must meet the “serious injury” threshold under Insurance Law § 5102 to claim pain and suffering damages. A New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer from our firm can evaluate your case.
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Review the official statute: NY CPLR Article 14-A (official New York State Senate). Visit the court website: New York County Supreme Court (official NY Courts).
In New York County Supreme Court, personal injury cases begin with a preliminary conference. The court sets deadlines for discovery and motions. A Note of Issue places your case on the trial calendar.
- File a summons and complaint in Supreme Court.
- Serve the defendant within 120 days.
- Attend a preliminary conference within 45 days.
- Complete discovery within 12 months.
- File a Note of Issue to certify readiness for trial.
- Attend trial or settlement conference.
In New York County (Manhattan), personal injury damages include medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering. No caps on damages exist except for certain municipal claims.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Injury Claim | Civil | N/A | N/A | N/A | Damages: medical, lost wages, pain and suffering |
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Founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has over 120 years of combined legal experience. The firm has achieved 4,739+ documented case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate firm-wide. Our tagline: “Advocacy Without Borders.”
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Yes, New York uses pure comparative fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, but you can still recover even if you are mostly at fault.
3 years for personal injury, 2 years for wrongful death. For claims against municipalities, you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days.
It depends. For auto accidents, you must meet the “serious injury” threshold under Insurance Law § 5102 to claim pain and suffering damages.
No, New York does not cap damages in personal injury cases, except for certain claims against municipalities.
Yes, you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the incident for claims against New York City or other municipalities.
Last verified: April 2026. Information current as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for updated guidance.
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