Q: Where can you find a litigants case? if in fact it was filed? So there are no double filings?
Looking to find information on a case that may or may not have been filed with TORTS?
A: If the case was filed in Supreme Court, you can check the New York State Courts Electronic Filing (NYSCEF) system, https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/nyscef/HomePage You can search by index number, party name and attorney.
Tim Akpinar and Frank N. Eskesen agree with this answer
A: In addition to the NYS Court System resources my colleague mentions, there are other databases out there, such as PACER, and several commercial ones. Sometimes, a case could also come up in a simple internet search, but the court and legal databases are a more reliable resource. If you find the case, save the index number for reference to follow its disposition. Good luck
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To find information on a case that may have been filed, particularly in New York, you would typically start by checking the online databases of the court where the case would have been filed. For personal injury and tort cases, this could be in a state or federal court, depending on the nature of the lawsuit. New York State Unified Court System's website provides access to case information for various courts across the state. For federal cases, including those that might involve military law aspects, the Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) system would be the place to search.
It's important to have as much information as possible when searching for a case, such as the names of the parties involved, the approximate date the case was filed, and the type of case. This information can help narrow down the search results. If you're unsure whether a case has been filed in state or federal court, checking both systems may be necessary.
If you're unable to find the case information through these public databases, or if you want to ensure there are no double filings, consulting with a legal professional could be beneficial. An attorney can help navigate the court systems, ensure all searches are thorough, and provide advice on the steps to take if a case has been filed or if there's a need to file a new case. They can also check internal legal databases and networks that might provide more detailed information.
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