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The Role Personal Injury Laws Play in Citizen Protection
If you are subjected to harm by another, the injury itself needs to be addressed as soon as possible. Your health is always paramount, but after receiving care, it is crucial to know what legal rights you have as an injured party.
The claim process can seem overwhelming, which is why it is imperative that you work with an experienced attorney throughout the entire process. However, by consulting an experienced personal injury attorney in New York City, you can make informed choices. Although each case is different, they generally follow the same path forward.
The timeline of a New York personal injury case often includes:
- The incident occurs, resulting in injury Although you cannot predict when an injury will occur, it is important to try to remain as calm as possible. Depending on the circumstances, you may need to call 911 to receive medical attention. Regardless of the event, you should always collect the names and contact information of everyone involved or witness to the incident and even take photographs of the accident site if possible.
- Prioritize your medical treatment. If you are injured, you should seek immediate medical attention. Even the smallest injury could lead to a more serious condition if not cared for. Traumatic incidents can leave the body in shock, eliminating a person’s ability to feel the effects. Even if you do not feel like you received any “real” injuries, it is important to receive an evaluation by a medical professional and have that visit on record.
- Consult a New York City personal injury lawyer. The sooner you speak to an experienced lawyer, the better equipped you are to collect evidence and evaluate the details of your claim. A lawyer can review your medical records and investigate your claim to put a case together that best reflects your individual circumstances.
- Speak to your insurance company as well as the insurance company of the other party – after securing a lawyer. Qualified legal counsel can help immensely throughout the entire process to determine if negligence is a factor in what caused the injury. Additionally, a lawyer can help determine if damages should be awarded as a result and defend your case to your insurance and the insurance company of the other party.
Interested in learning more? Call Silbowitz, Garafola, Silbowitz & Schatz, L.L.P. for a free, confidential review of your claim.
