Legal Question in Personal Injury in New York

Re: how long before a trial date

i Don't know what county you live in, but where I practice, in NYC and its suburbs, it's not uncommon for case to take up to 7 years to go from initiation to trial. Why don't you ask your attorney for an update on your case?

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Re: how long before a trial date

Broome County does not have a terrible wait from the completion of a case's preparation for trial to the commencement of the trial itself. It may be that there have been delays in completing the pre-trial work. Calling your lawyer and asking the status of the case is the best way to find out what is going on. ask the lawyer what exactly is happening now and what he is waiting for next. if he cannot answer to your satisfaction, tell him that as well. but you need to understand that there are some unavoidable reasons for such delays. and also some tactical reasons that a delay may be equally necessary. There are companies that will, at a ridiculous rate of interest, loan you money for the emergencies you have described but you should avoid them if at all possible. If you would like to discuss any of this with me personally send me a note with contact information and i will get back to you. Is 17 86 yet in Deposit?

Re: how long before a trial date

NY has a long wait on its calendars. If you have a serious financial situation, you may petition the court for a trial preference which will speed things up. Good luck.

Re: how long before a trial date

I am not certain what county you are in, but sometimes, from start to finish, a suit can take years. I know that this is unfortunate but the system often moves slowly.

Good Luck

RRG