FAQs

If you've suffered an injury due to someone else's negligence, you may have grounds for a personal injury case. This could include incidents like car accidents or slip and falls. The key factors we consider are whether the other party had a duty of care, breached that duty, and if this breach directly caused your injury. Our law office provides free consultations to evaluate your situation and recommend the best course of action.

The value of your case depends on several factors, including injury severity, medical expenses, lost wages, future care needs, and pain and suffering. Each case is unique, and we carefully assess all damages to pursue the maximum compensation you're entitled to. For a detailed evaluation of your specific case, we encourage you to contact our office for a consultation.

Our firm operates on a contingency fee basis. This means you don't pay any upfront costs. Our fee is taken as a percentage of the settlement or verdict we secure for you. If we don't win your case, you owe us nothing. This arrangement allows you to pursue justice without financial risk.

Each state has a statute of limitations that sets a deadline for filing personal injury lawsuits. While this period is often two to three years from the date of injury, it can vary. It's crucial to act promptly to preserve your right to seek compensation. We recommend contacting our office as soon as possible after your injury to ensure your claim is filed within the appropriate timeframe.

The majority of personal injury cases are resolved through settlements without court proceedings. However, if the insurance company doesn't offer a fair settlement, we're fully prepared to take your case to trial. Our team will guide you through each step of the process, whether it involves negotiation or litigation, to ensure your rights are protected.

We advise clients to exercise their right to remain silent and to speak with an attorney before making any statements to the police. Generally, it's best not to provide any information without your lawyer present. This is because any statement could potentially be used against you in legal proceedings. Our recommendation is to contact an attorney immediately upon arrest.

In new york state, these terms refer to the same legal instrument, officially called an order of protection. These orders can be limited, allowing some contact, or full, prohibiting all contact. The duration of an order of protection varies depending on the type of case involved. It can be reissued for as long as the associated legal case continues. For specific information about your situation, we recommend scheduling a consultation with our office.

Contrary to popular belief, failure to read miranda rights doesn't automatically result in case dismissal. However, if police neglect to read these rights, any statements you make cannot be used as evidence against you at trial. The impact on your case can be significant, so it's important to discuss this with your attorney. We can evaluate how this might affect your specific situation during a consultation.

For many charges, alternatives to incarceration may be available. The district attorney's office typically has a range of sentencing options they can offer, and judges also have discretion in sentencing. Having an experienced attorney is crucial to explore all possible sentencing scenarios and potentially avoid incarceration. Our firm can work to identify and pursue the most favorable options for your case.

Yes, our law office provides virtual consultation options. We strive to accommodate various appointment types to best serve our clients' needs. Whether you prefer a virtual meeting or an in-person consultation, we're ready to discuss your case and answer any questions you may have.