Personal Injury
An accident can change your life in an instant. Physical pain, medical bills, and lost income create a burden you shouldn't face alone. We fight tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation you deserve. We don't get paid unless you win.
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Cases We Handle
Fighting for your physical and financial recovery.
Auto Accidents
Representation for car, truck, and motorcycle accidents. We navigate NY's no-fault insurance system, prove serious injury threshold under Insurance Law §5102(d), and handle IL's fault-based comparative negligence claims.
Workplace Injuries
Beyond Workers' Compensation, we pursue third-party liability claims and leverage NY Labor Law §240 (Scaffold Law) and §241 to hold property owners and contractors strictly liable for construction accidents.
Slip & Fall
Holding property owners accountable for unsafe conditions. We prove actual or constructive notice of hazards and overcome open and obvious defenses to secure maximum premises liability recovery.
Medical Malpractice
Fighting for patients harmed by breaches of the standard of care. We handle Certificate of Merit (NY) and Affidavit of Merit (IL) requirements and consult top medical experts to prove negligence.
Construction Accidents
Specialized representation under NY Labor Law §240 (strict liability for elevation hazards) and §241 (general construction safety). We hold owners and general contractors liable regardless of worker fault.
Wrongful Death
Compassionate advocacy for families pursuing pecuniary damages in NY or comprehensive economic and non-economic damages in IL. We handle both wrongful death and survival actions.
Understanding Your Personal Injury Claim
To recover compensation, we must prove negligence: that the defendant owed you a duty of care, breached that duty, and directly caused your injuries resulting in damages.
The Four Elements of Negligence
Defendant owed you a legal duty
Defendant failed to meet that duty
Breach directly caused your injury
You suffered compensable harm
Comparative Negligence: NY vs. IL
New York: Pure Comparative
You can recover damages even if 99% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. No complete bar to recovery.
Illinois: Modified Comparative (50% Bar)
You can only recover if 50% or less at fault. If more than 50% at fault, you recover nothing. (735 ILCS 5/2-1116)
Types of Compensation
Neither New York nor Illinois caps personal injury damages. Juries have full discretion to award compensation that fairly reflects your losses.
Economic Damages
- Medical expenses (past & future)
- Lost wages & earning capacity
- Property damage
- Rehabilitation costs
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Non-Economic Damages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disfigurement & scarring
- Loss of consortium
Punitive Damages
Available for willful, wanton, or reckless conduct:
- Drunk driving
- Gross negligence
- Intentional misconduct
Statute of Limitations
Time limits are critical. Missing the deadline permanently bars your claim. Contact an attorney immediately after an injury.
| Claim Type | New York | Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| General Personal Injury | 3 years (CPLR §214) | 2 years (735 ILCS 5/13-202) |
| Medical Malpractice | 2.5 years (CPLR §214-a) | 2 years + 4-year repose |
| Wrongful Death | 2 years from death | 2 years from death |
| Government Claims (NY) | 90-day notice required | Less stringent |
Exceptions: Statutes may be tolled for minors (until age 18) and mentally incapacitated persons. The discovery rule may extend deadlines for latent injuries.
What To Do After an Accident
Seek Medical Attention
Get examined immediately, even if you feel fine. Some injuries have delayed symptoms. Medical records are crucial evidence.
Document Everything
Photograph the scene, your injuries, and property damage. Get witness contact information. Keep all receipts and records.
Don't Give Statements
Don't provide recorded statements to insurance companies without legal counsel. What you say can be used against you.
Contact an Attorney
Consult a personal injury lawyer before accepting any settlement. Initial consultations are free, and we work on contingency.
New York Auto Accidents: Serious Injury Threshold
New York's no-fault system requires proving "serious injury" under Insurance Law §5102(d) to recover pain and suffering damages. Meeting even ONE category allows recovery for ALL injuries.
Nine Qualifying Categories
Fatality from the accident
Loss of a body part
Permanent serious disfigurement
Any broken bone
Complete loss of body function
Significant permanent limitation
Medically determined limitation
Unable to perform daily activities for 90+ days
Medically determined injury
Note: Motorcycle accident victims are NOT subject to the serious injury threshold and can sue directly for all damages.
Injured? Get the Compensation You Deserve
Don't face insurance companies alone. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. Remember: We don't get paid unless you win.
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