NEW YORK CITY (NYC) PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS
INJURED IN NYC? CALL LEMMO LAW
Phone: 646-522-9082 | Email: edwardlemmo@yahoo.com
INJURED IN NYC? CALL LEMMO LAW
New York City personal injury attorney Edward A. Lemmo brings over 37 years of proven experience to accident victims throughout all five boroughs. Our law firm delivers professional legal counsel and exceptional results with more than $20 million recovered in settlements and verdicts. You work directly with Ed Lemmo, not junior associates or paralegals.
Four Key Benefits:
AVAILABLE 24/7
NO UPFRONT FEES
FREE CASE EVALUATION
NO FEES UNLESS WE WIN!
NEW YORK CITY PRACTICE AREAS
PERSONAL INJURIES:
- Slip and Fall Accidents
- Wrongful Death Lawsuits
- Brain Injury Cases
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Burn Injury Claims
- Premises Liability Claims
ACCIDENT CASES:
- Car Accident Claims
- Taxi and Uber Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Bicycle Accident Claims
- Pedestrian Accident Cases
- Bus Accident Claims
- Truck Accident Lawsuits
- Train and Subway Accidents
- Escalator Accidents
- Falling Debris Claims
- Elevator Accident Cases
NEW YORK PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER
If you have suffered an injury in New York City, NY, Lemmo Law stands ready to help you secure the compensation you deserve. Our firm provides professional legal counsel and delivers exceptional results throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. We remain available 24 hours daily to answer your questions and guide you through the process of settling and winning your claim.
New York City presents challenges for accident victims due to heavy traffic, construction sites, crowded sidewalks, and aging infrastructure. These conditions create numerous opportunities for serious injuries that require experienced legal representation. Edward A. Lemmo understands the local courts, insurance companies, and legal procedures specific to New York City personal injury cases.
Our firm handles all types of accident cases including motor vehicle collisions, construction site injuries, slip and fall accidents, medical malpractice claims, and wrongful death lawsuits. Each case receives personal attention from an attorney with decades of trial experience and a proven track record of success in New York courts.
Understanding New York City Personal Injury Law
New York operates under a no-fault insurance system for motor vehicle accidents, which affects how injury claims are handled and compensated. This system requires personal injury protection (PIP) coverage that pays medical expenses and lost wages regardless of who caused the accident. However, serious injuries may still qualify for traditional tort claims against negligent drivers.
The state follows pure comparative negligence principles, allowing injured parties to recover damages even when partially at fault for accidents. This legal framework means accident victims can pursue compensation proportional to the other party’s degree of fault. Understanding these laws becomes crucial for maximizing recovery in New York City personal injury cases.
New York’s statute of limitations requires personal injury lawsuits to be filed within three years of accident dates. However, medical malpractice cases may have different deadlines, and claims against government entities require special notice procedures. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar recovery, making prompt legal consultation essential.
Common New York City Accident Scenarios
Traffic accidents occur frequently throughout New York City due to congested streets, aggressive driving, and the mix of vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists sharing limited road space. Intersections in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island present particular hazards where multiple traffic streams converge.
Construction accidents represent a significant portion of New York City personal injury cases due to ongoing development and infrastructure projects. These incidents often involve falls from scaffolds, equipment malfunctions, and falling debris that can injure both workers and bystanders. New York Labor Law provides special protections for construction workers injured on job sites.
Slip and fall accidents happen regularly in New York City’s commercial buildings, restaurants, retail stores, and residential properties. Property owners must maintain reasonably safe conditions and address hazards such as wet floors, uneven surfaces, inadequate lighting, and snow or ice accumulation.
Subway and bus accidents affect thousands of New York City residents and visitors each year. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority operates extensive public transit systems that present risks including platform falls, train derailments, bus collisions, and inadequate security leading to assaults.
Medical Treatment and Documentation
Seeking immediate medical attention after accidents serves both health and legal purposes. Emergency rooms throughout New York City provide initial treatment, while follow-up care with specialists helps establish the full extent of injuries. Medical records created during treatment become crucial evidence in personal injury claims.
New York City offers world-class medical facilities including NewYork-Presbyterian, Mount Sinai, NYU Langone, and Hospital for Special Surgery. These institutions provide comprehensive treatment for serious injuries while creating detailed documentation that supports compensation claims.
Prompt medical treatment also prevents insurance companies from arguing that delays caused or worsened injuries. Consistent treatment demonstrates the ongoing impact of injuries and supports claims for future medical expenses and permanent disability compensation.
Insurance Company Challenges
New York City insurance adjusters handle thousands of claims annually and develop sophisticated strategies to minimize payouts. They may offer quick settlements before the full extent of injuries becomes apparent, dispute medical treatment necessity, or argue that pre-existing conditions caused current symptoms.
Large insurance companies employ teams of lawyers, investigators, and medical experts to defend against injury claims. They understand local accident patterns and court procedures, making experienced legal representation essential for accident victims seeking fair compensation.
Insurance coverage disputes may arise when multiple policies apply to single accidents. Commercial vehicle accidents, construction site injuries, and premises liability cases often involve several insurance companies with overlapping coverage responsibilities that require legal expertise to resolve.
Case Investigation and Evidence
New York City accident scenes change rapidly due to traffic flow, construction activity, and urban development. Preserving evidence requires immediate action to photograph accident locations, identify witnesses, and obtain surveillance video from nearby buildings or traffic cameras. Police reports provide official documentation of accident circumstances, though they may contain errors or incomplete information. Our firm reviews these reports carefully and conducts independent investigations to ensure accurate fact development for settlement negotiations or trial presentation. Expert witnesses play crucial roles in New York City personal injury cases. Accident reconstruction specialists analyze collision dynamics, medical experts explain injury causation and prognosis, and economic experts calculate lost earning capacity and future care costs in the city's high-cost environment.
Settlement Negotiations and Trial Experience
Most New York City personal injury cases settle through negotiation, but having trial-ready representation often results in better settlement offers. Insurance companies recognize attorneys who regularly achieve favorable jury verdicts and adjust their settlement positions accordingly. Settlement timing varies depending on injury severity and treatment completion. Minor injuries may resolve quickly, while serious injuries requiring extensive rehabilitation or permanent disability may take longer to evaluate properly. Rushing to settle before understanding full injury impacts often results in inadequate compensation. Trial experience becomes essential when defendants refuse reasonable settlement offers. New York City juries understand local conditions and accident risks, often awarding substantial compensation for serious injuries that significantly impact victims' quality of life.
Damages and Compensation
Economic damages in New York City personal injury cases include medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and future treatment costs. The city's high cost of living and elevated salary levels mean these economic losses often reach substantial amounts requiring expert testimony to establish. Non-economic damages compensate for pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and similar intangible injuries. New York does not cap these damages in most personal injury cases, allowing juries to award compensation based on individual circumstances and injury severity. Future damages account for ongoing medical treatment, rehabilitation, lost earning capacity, and long-term care requirements. Calculating these damages in New York City requires understanding local medical costs, employment markets, and lifestyle factors that affect injury impact over time.
Why Choose Lemmo Law
Edward A. Lemmo provides personal attention that large New York City law firms cannot match while maintaining the trial experience necessary for favorable results. You work directly with an attorney who has recovered more than $20 million for accident victims over 37 years of practice.
Our firm handles cases throughout all five boroughs with a deep understanding of local courts, judges, and legal procedures. This knowledge helps streamline case processing and often results in better outcomes for clients facing the aftermath of serious accidents.
CHOOSE US FOR YOUR PERSONAL INJURY CASE
- AVAILABLE 24/7
- NO UPFRONT FEES
- FREE CASE EVALUATION
- NO FEES UNLESS WE WIN!
Contact Lemmo Law for your free consultation. We serve accident victims throughout New York City and remain available around the clock to assist with legal emergencies and immediate case development needs.
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