Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in New York

what can be done when statutes have run out and you've tried desperately to ellicit the help of a lawyer. i have been so terribly ill. working with a lawyer, grieving and taking care of my health


Asked on 1/12/12, 6:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stuart DiMartini Law Offices of Stuart DiMartini

Unfortunately, once a statute of limitations has expired, the claimant is then barred from seeking redress. The complaint may be dismissed by the court. If a claimant was unable to find a lawyer to represent him/her, it is up tp the claimant to file a claim pro se to preserve the action, if they so choose. Otherwise, the failure to retain a lawyer despite a good faith effort will not preserve the claim.

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Answered on 1/21/12, 1:30 pm


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