If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s negligence, one of the most critical factors governing your ability to seek compensation is time. New York law — and in some cases, federal law — sets strict deadlines, known as statutes of limitations, within which an injured party must file a lawsuit….
If you have been hurt in a car accident in New York, you may have heard your personal injury attorney or insurance adjuster use the phrase “serious injury threshold.” This legal standard sits at the heart of virtually every New York auto accident personal injury lawsuit — and understanding it could determine whether you are…
HOW DOES A WRONGFUL DEATH SUIT IN NEW YORK WORK?
- February 23, 2026
New York wrongful death claims are governed by statute, not common law, and the key provisions are found in Article 5, Part 4 of the Estates, Powers and Trusts Law (EPTL), together with applicable Civil Practice Law and Rules (CPLR) time‑limit provisions. The statutory scheme strictly controls who may sue, what damages are recoverable, and when the…