DEADLINE TO
FILE YOUR CLAIM

New York law sets strict deadlines for filing personal injury lawsuits. New York law generally gives you three years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit under CPLR § 214. If this deadline is missed, your case can be permanently barred, regardless of its strength.

Some claims move faster. Pedestrian accidents involving a city bus, sanitation truck, or police vehicle usually require a Notice of Claim  within 90 days and a lawsuit filed within one year and 90 days. Other factors, like a rideshare or delivery driver, can also affect your deadline.

Missing the deadline gives insurance companies and negligent parties a clear path to avoid responsibility. Acting early protects your rights, preserves evidence & keeps your options open.

We offer free consultations and charge no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. Shulman & Hill provides guidance, support, and relentless representation to help you recover. Don't wait until it's too late, contact Shulman & Hill to request your free consultation.