Personal Injury Lawyer in Farmingville
For more than 30 years, The Harrison Law Group has represented injured people throughout New York. We have recovered over $450 million for our clients, and personal injury is the sole focus of our practice. You have direct access to our attorneys, and we take the time to understand what the injury has cost you and what concerns you have about the claim.
If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence, contact us today for a free consultation with a Farmingville personal injury lawyer.
When Can You File a Personal Injury Claim?
You may have a personal injury claim if someone else’s negligence caused your injury. In most cases, that means showing that the other person or business failed to act with reasonable care and that this failure led to your injuries.
What you need to prove depends on how the accident happened. In a car crash, the issue may be whether a driver was speeding, distracted, or failed to yield. In a property case, the issue may be whether the owner created a dangerous condition or knew, or should have known, about it.
We review the facts and evidence to determine who may be responsible and whether you have a valid claim under New York law.
Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Farmingville
Our personal injury practice includes:
- Farmingville car accident lawyer: We represent drivers, passengers, and others injured in crashes caused by negligent motorists. We assess fault and pursue the compensation available through applicable insurance coverage.
- Farmingville pedestrian accident lawyer: Pedestrians struck by motor vehicles can suffer serious injuries even at relatively low speeds. We pursue claims when unsafe driving causes a pedestrian collision.
- Farmingville bicycle accident lawyer: We represent cyclists injured in crashes involving failure to yield, unsafe passing, dooring incidents, and other negligent driving.
- Farmingville rideshare accident lawyer: Uber and Lyft collisions can raise questions about which insurance policy applies. We examine the driver’s status at the time of the crash and pursue the appropriate coverage.
- Farmingville motorcycle accident lawyer: We represent riders injured in motorcycle crashes and rely on the available evidence when fault is disputed.
- Farmingville truck accident lawyer: A commercial truck collision may involve responsibility beyond the driver. We examine the facts to determine which parties may be legally liable for the crash.
- Farmingville dog bite lawyer: New York dog bite claims can depend on the circumstances of the injury and the owner’s knowledge of the animal’s behavior. We evaluate the facts to determine what legal claims may apply.
- Farmingville slip and fall lawyer: We represent people injured by unsafe property conditions and examine whether the defendant created the hazard or had the notice required under New York law.
- Farmingville wrongful death lawyer: When negligent conduct causes a fatal injury, we help families and estate representatives understand the claims that may be available under New York law.
- Farmingville nursing home negligence lawyer: We represent residents and families in cases involving neglect, abuse, bedsores, falls, inadequate supervision, and other preventable injuries.
- Farmingville premises liability lawyer: Unsafe conditions on residential, commercial, or other property may support a claim when the facts establish legal responsibility for the hazard.
Should You Sign a Medical Authorization From the Insurance Company?
An insurance company may ask you to sign a form giving it access to your medical records. You should review that request carefully before signing anything.
The insurer may look for prior injuries or medical conditions and argue that your current symptoms were not caused by the accident. That does not mean a prior condition prevents you from bringing a claim, but it can affect how the insurer evaluates causation.
When we represent you, we review medical authorization requests and ensure the insurer is requesting information that is appropriate for the claim.
What Compensation Can You Recover in a Personal Injury Case?
If someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you may be able to recover compensation for both financial losses and the personal effects of the injury.
Depending on the facts of your case, compensation may include:
- Medical expenses, including hospital care, doctor visits, medication, therapy, and rehabilitation.
- Future medical treatment that is reasonably expected to be necessary.
- Lost wages for the time you were unable to work.
- Reduced earning capacity if your injuries affect your ability to earn income in the future.
- Pain and suffering.
- Loss of enjoyment of life.
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to the injury.
- Property damage, when applicable.
The amount you may recover depends on the severity of your injuries, the effect on your work and daily life, and the evidence available to support those losses.
Our legal team will review both your current damages and any future losses that can be established under New York law.
What Is the Statute of Limitations for a Personal Injury Claim in New York?
For many negligence-based personal injury lawsuits in New York, the statute of limitations is three years from the date of the injury.
That three-year period does not apply to every claim. Different deadlines may apply depending on the type of case and the party being sued. For example, claims involving certain public entities can require a notice of claim within 90 days.
A Farmingville personal injury attorney can determine which deadline applies to your specific claim.
Personal Attention From a Firm Focused on Personal Injury
At The Harrison Law Group, personal injury is what we do, and our attorneys work together to represent injured clients.
You can speak directly with your lawyer, including our founding attorney. We have Spanish-speaking staff and understand the communities we serve as a local New York firm.
If you are dissatisfied with your current attorney, contact us. We may be able to take over your case at no additional cost to you.
Request a FREE Consultation With a Farmingville Personal Injury Attorney at The Harrison Law Group
You should have a clear understanding of your legal rights before making decisions about an injury claim or settlement. Call The Harrison Law Group to speak with a personal injury attorney in Farmingville.
Your consultation is free, and you can ask us directly about your injuries, the insurance claim, and the options available to you.