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Article: Agreement Between New York State Trial Lawyers and Auto Insurance Companies Will Expedite Resolution of Disputes; The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies Spearheads Discussions With the Trial Bar.
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- June 24, 2005
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MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio -- Earlier this week, the New York State legislature passed a bill that would put "file and serve" requirements into lower courts where they currently do not exist. If signed into law by the Governor, the bill will also institute an "expedited hearing" process in situations where no-fault automobile insurance disputes exist.
File and serve is a practice currently followed in the state Supreme Court, commercial and small claims courts and requires that those bringing suit in the lower courts purchase an "index number" prior to the service of process. The fee for an index number is relatively small; it will not serve as barrier to individuals ...