If you get injured in a car accident, a dog bite, or you are a victim of medical malpractice by some medical authority or an individual then you must file a personal injury claim.
These injuries could result from negligence of another person, private/public authority or even New York Civic authorities.
However before filing a personal injury claim in New York, you will need medical report, Accident report, Photographs of accident site, Evidence and Witnesses.
Some of the steps involved in a New York personal injury are as given below:-

1. Always seek medical attention even if your injuries do not appear serious.
   Some of the injury victims have reported that they started experiencing pain after 1 year of the accident.
   Your minor injuries could have devastating effects on your personal life and health.
   
2. Take pictures of the lacerations, contusions, inflammations, broken or injured bones.
   
3. Document all major details related to the accident which includes date, time and place, type of injuries sustained, lost wages and medical expenses.
   If you were involved in an auto accident, then take a note of the road and weather conditions, traffic conditions.
   If you observed any malfunctioning of the traffic signals or any such visible hazards, then do document these details.
   
4. Always file an accident report with your local New York police.
   You should obtain copies of the same.
   These copies will help you while filing a personal injury claim.
   
5. Locate eyewitness of your accident.
   Witnesses can prove crucial if you are filing a personal injury claim with your insurance company.
   Most of these statements give details regarding who was at fault at the time of the accident.
   The statement should be put in writing.
   
6. Keep the evidences such as damaged vehicle, a broken step or ripped clothing.
   These evidences can prove more effective as compared to a written or verbal description.
   
7. You should contact a personal injury lawyer within New York City who will help you receive justice and compensation for your injuries.
   There are several issues involved while filing a personal injury claim which can make things difficult and complicated.
   On the other hand, some insurance companies will try their best to deprive you of your genuine insurance claim.
   It is best to hire a personal injury lawyer who will help you receive compensation.
   
8. You should notify your insurance company.
   You should also notify the party which was responsible for your injuries.
   Notifications should be sent in a letter form.
   

There are several personal injury lawyers who offer services free of charge.
Most of the cases involving medical negligence and malpractice can get complicated due to medical issues.
It is best to hire a New York injury lawyer who can help you receive justice and compensation.