New York Complaint — General is a legal document used to initiate a civil lawsuit in New York State. It is a form that is filled out by the plaintiff (the person bringing the action) to provide the court with information about the case and to serve as a summons to the defendant (the person the action is being brought against). The New York Complaint — General includes information such as the parties involved, the cause of action, the damages sought, and the relief requested. It must be properly completed, signed, and filed with the court in order to initiate the legal process. There are several types of New York Complaint — General, including: Breach of Contract Complaint, Negligence Complaint, Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress Complaint, Defamation Complaint, and Fraud Complaint.