Compassionate Guidance From A Rochester Personal Injury Attorney
If you’ve been hurt in an accident, it can feel overwhelming. You might be worried about your pain, medical bills and time away from work. This is a tough time, but you don’t have to face it alone.
My name is Paul Barden, and I am here to help. As an experienced personal injury lawyer, I understand what you’re going through and can guide you through the legal process. At the Law Office of Paul G. Barden, PLLC, I will fight for your rights and work to get you the compensation you deserve. As your Rochester auto accident lawyer, I am ready to support you every step of the way.
How I Help Personal Injury Victims In New York
I understand the challenges you face after an injury. My team can help explain the legal system and secure the compensation you deserve. Here’s how I can assist you:
- Auto accidents: If you’ve been injured in a car crash, I can help you hold the responsible party accountable and recover compensation.
- Motorcycle accidents: Motorcycle riders often face severe injuries in accidents. I will ensure you receive fair compensation for medical expenses and other losses.
- Trucking accidents: My team has the skill to handle complex truck accident cases and pursue justice for you.
- Wrongful death: I provide compassionate support and legal assistance to families seeking justice and compensation for their loss.
- Premises liability: If you were injured on someone else’s property due to unsafe conditions, I can help you hold the property owner accountable.
- Medical malpractice: I fight for victims of medical negligence to ensure they get the compensation they deserve.
As your personal injury attorney, my goal is to make this difficult time easier for you. Let me help you take the next step toward recovery and justice.
What To Do After A Personal Injury Accident
The steps you take after an accident can lay the foundation for a successful claim. After an injury or accident, follow these guidelines:
- Call 911 and report the accident. Have them send an ambulance if you or anyone else needs immediate medical care. If you do not need immediate treatment in the ER, see a doctor soon to ensure you are not injured and to document any injuries you may have.
- If you are able, document the scene and your injuries with photos and video.
- Exchange contact information with all parties involved in the accident and any witnesses.
- Do not admit fault to anyone, including the police and insurance companies.
- Do not speak to the other party’s insurance company without talking to a lawyer first.
- Call a lawyer to learn about your rights and options, as well as how to protect your claim.
- Do not post anything on social media about the accident.
Taking these precautions can strengthen your personal injury case.
Understanding Compensation In A Personal Injury Claim
You may recover compensation in a personal injury case for economic and noneconomic damages. This includes:
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Lost benefits
- Medical expenses (current and future)
- Loss of household services
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
In wrongful death cases, you may also recover damages for reasonable funeral and burial costs, and loss of consortium.
Common Challenges In Personal Injury Cases
Even when a case seems straightforward, there can be challenges. As your attorney, I will handle any hurdles we have to overcome, including:
Disputed liability: The negligent party’s insurance company may try to claim that its insured was not at fault for the accident.
Preexisting conditions: If you have a preexisting condition, the insurance company may say that they don’t owe you any damages for the injury because it wasn’t caused by the accident.
Insurance company tactics: Insurance defense lawyers will try to deny, delay and undervalue your claim. I know how to fight back for the compensation you need.
Lack of evidence: The defense may try to get the evidence dismissed. I will argue its value and validity.
The worth of the damages: Our opposition may say the damages are too high. I will document your personal and financial losses to show that we are asking for a reasonable sum.
How Long Do Personal Injury Cases Take To Resolve?
The length of a personal injury case varies depending on many factors and circumstances.
The first thing to consider is the severity of your injuries. More serious or disabling injuries take longer to heal and cost more. The insurance company may push back.
The complexity of determining liability is another issue. Insurance companies do not just willingly accept that their policyholder is negligent. They will try to deny liability.
There may be negotiations over many aspects of the case. If this does not produce results, the case will move from negotiation to litigation. Litigation can take years to complete, which makes the timeline much longer. Most cases settle out of court, but litigation is possible.
Questions Clients Are Asking About Personal Injury In New York
Here are some common questions people ask about personal injury cases in New York.
What damages can you receive in a serious injury case?
You can receive compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.
How can an experienced injury attorney help?
They can negotiate with insurance companies and represent you in court.
Remember, getting the right information can make a big difference in your case. Don’t hesitate to reach out for help.
Talk To A Personal Injury Attorney For Comprehensive Legal Support
At the Law Office of Paul G. Barden, PLLC, I am dedicated to supporting personal injury victims in New York with compassion. Call my Rochester law office at 585-510-5223 or set up a free consultation through the website.