Common Myths About Personal Injury Cases in New York 60925
Pursuing compensation after an accident is often clouded by misinformation that may stop those who have been harmed from pursuing the financial recovery they have a right to. Here are several of misunderstandings — and the reality underneath each one.
**Myth: "If it was partly my fault, I cannot recover anything."**
This is a particularly harmful misunderstandings. New York operates under a pure comparative negligence rule. In plain terms is you can still were somewhat at fault. The compensation decreases by your share of responsibility family law firm Saratoga Springs — but it does not get wiped away.
**Myth: "I don't need a lawyer — the adjuster will treat me fairly."**
Carriers are corporations measured by minimizing expenses. The initial offer is nearly always below fair value. A dedicated personal injury attorney understands the true value of your damages — including ongoing medical costs and non-economic damages that adjusters often undervalue.
**Misconception: "Personal injury claims take years."**
While certain claims do take extended time, a significant number of personal injury disputes in New York resolve within several months to a year. How long your case takes depends on Saratoga Springs DUI defense the severity of your case, how cooperative the insurance company is toward settlement discussions, and if litigation is required.
**Myth: "I missed my injury — it is too late."**
The statute of limitations for standard personal injury cases in New York is violent crime defense Saratoga 36 months. But, some situations that can shorten that deadline — including cases involving public agencies, where demand an initial filing within three months. When in doubt whether you still have time, speak with a personal injury lawyer immediately.
**Misconception: "Filing a lawsuit is greedy."**
Seeking compensation for injuries caused by another party's carelessness is your right under the law — not an act of greed. Hospital costs, missed income, and ongoing pain carry actual monetary consequences. Holding the at-fault individual accountable is the way civil law is supposed to function.
At Ianniello Chauvin, LLP, every client get direct counsel from the very first conversation. There are no inflated expectations — only an honest evaluation of what you are dealing with and a path for pursuing the best possible outcome.
