Lost a family member because of someone else's negligence in Rochester, NY? State law decides who can file a wrongful death claim, which losses count, and how long the family has to act.
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Report the accident to Rochester police and get medical attention, even if injuries seem minor.
Take photos of the scene, vehicle damage, injuries, road conditions, and traffic signals.
Request a copy of the police report from the Rochester police department.
Do not give recorded statements to any insurance company without first consulting an attorney.
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Rochester injury cases are filed in Monroe County Supreme Court at the Hall of Justice. The I-490 inner loop and I-390 carry the bulk of city traffic volume and a disproportionate share of severe crashes. Cases involving the City of Rochester, the Rochester City School District, or Monroe County require a 90-day notice of claim under NY General Municipal Law § 50-e.
Major Corridors
I-490 • I-590 • I-390 • NY Route 104
Local Agencies & Transit
Rochester Police Department; Monroe County Sheriff; New York State Police Troop E
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Statute of Limitations
3 years
Fault System
Pure comparative negligence
Min Insurance
25/50/10, 50/100 for death (no-fault PIP state)
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After an accident in Rochester: 1) call 911 and get medical attention, 2) document the scene with photos, 3) request the police report, 4) avoid recorded statements to insurers before legal review, and 5) request a free case review through GetAccidentLawyerNow.
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