Quick Answer: What is a Bifurcated Trial? A bifurcated trial in New York personal injury law is a court procedure that splits a lawsuit into two separate phases: Phase 1 (Liability): The jury decides who was at fault for the accident. Phase 2 (Damages): If the defendant is found liable, a second phase determines the … Continue reading Bifurcated Trials
Category: Civil Litigation
My attorney for my car accident case notified me that I have an examination before trial in a month. What can I expect? The term examination before trial is a unique name to New York State practice. Deposition is the most common term used in the Federal courts and every other state. A deposition is … Continue reading Examinations Before Trial