When you are injured in the city of New York, you may have grounds for a lawsuit and the right to receive compensation, depending upon the circumstances of your injuries. There are many cases in which your injuries or those suffered by a loved one could have been prevented or are the result of someone else’s negligence in properly maintaining a safe environment. Personal injury attorneys in New York see a wide range of cases each day, which include:
- Car, truck, bicycle, motorcycle, and pedestrian accidents
- Slip and fall accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Dog bites
- Playground injuries
- School injuries
- Bus or train accidents
- Injuries sustained during an assault
The above are just some of the ways in which New York residents can sustain injuries, and if an unfortunate death occurs, then the victim’s family also has the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit. A lawyer must be able to prove that negligence was the cause of such an accident and that someone or some organization did not properly act in a way as to ensure the safety of others. This can be anything from reckless driving to neglecting necessary repairs to deliberate acts.
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In a personal injury or wrongful death case, personal injury attorneys can help prove negligence on the part of an individual, business, or organization, and help you or loved ones reclaim expenses for medical bills and any future treatment that might be required. You also have a right to compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages, mental anguish, and other factors, depending upon the extent of your injuries and the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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