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Commonly Asked Questions about Civil Court Procedure

Criminal Court judges can punish you for breaking the law by sending you to jail. Civil Court judges can order you to pay money or a fine, or make decisions about your family or your home.
In the state of New York, you have three years from the time the accident occurred to file a lawsuit, however if youre suing a governmental agency then that statute is different; you have one year and 90 days from the time the incident occurred.
The rules state that service can be done by delivering the summons within the state to a person of suitable age and discretion at the actual place of business, dwelling place or usual place of abode of the person to be served and by either mailing the summons to the person to be served at his or her last known
Commencing an Action A suit is commenced by the purchase of an index number in the City Court Clerks Office. Once an index number has been purchased, the litigant has 120 days to serve the summons and complaint.
In a civil lawsuit, the burden of proof rests on the plaintiff or the person filing the suit. The plaintiff should prove that the allegations are true and that the defendant, or the other party, caused damages. When it comes to establishing a civil case, the plaintiff must usually do so by a preponderance of evidence.
The decision of the court shall be rendered within sixty days after the cause or matter is finally submitted or within sixty days after a motion under rule 4403, whichever is later, unless the parties agree to extend the time.
Commencing an Action. A suit is commenced by the purchase of an index number in the City Court Clerks Office. Once an index number has been purchased, the litigant has 120 days to serve the summons and complaint.
If you or your corporation has a dispute and the amount of the claim is $50,000 or less, you can get assistance in Civil Court. For the most up-to-date information on court operations, check the Civil Court website.