Legal Question in Personal Injury in New York

Re: Stabbing

Yes you can. Bear in mind that the New York Statute of Limitations ("SOL") for an Intentional Tort is one year from the date of injury, and the SOL for a Personal Injury is three years from the date of injury.

Re: Stabbing

Yes, you can sue your friend for damages.

However, unless he has assets, no attorney would want to take the case on a contingency.

Re: Stabbing

Yes, you can sue a person that stabs you. You would file a lawsuit for �battery�. You must file this lawsuit within ONE YEAR from the date you are stabbed. If you do not file the lawsuit within ONE YEAR, you will not be able to sue the person who stabbed you, unless the stabbing was negligent. You can recover for pain and suffering, out of pocket expenses such as medical expenses and, in certain circumstances, punitive damages. Other people may be liable (legally responsible) for the stabbing as well. That would depend on the details of the incident, which you have not mentioned. If you wish to discuss this further, you may contact me at (914) 949-6323.