Professional Bronx Personal Injury Lawyer

At David Resnick & Associates, P.C., our Bronx personal injury attorneys understand that serious accidents can happen anywhere in New York City, and we are here to support you through these challenging times.

Car accidents, pedestrian accidents, and bicycle accidents can occur on the Bronx’s roads and highways due to factors like speeding, reckless driving, distracted driving, and road hazards.

Slip and fall accidents can occur on sidewalks and streets due to uneven pavement, cracked sidewalks, potholes, or debris. Injuries can occur on buses, subways, and trains due to accidents, collisions, falls, or assaults. In addition, slip-and-fall accidents, trip hazards, falling merchandise, and other hazards in retail stores, restaurants, supermarkets, and other businesses can injure customers, employees, or visitors.

Injuries can occur in residential buildings due to slip and fall accidents in common areas, defective stairs or elevators, inadequate security leading to assaults or robberies, fires, and other emergencies.

Construction sites, factories, warehouses, offices, and other workplaces in the Bronx can be sites of accidents and injuries, including falls, equipment malfunctions, exposure to hazardous materials, and workplace violence.

No matter where you were injured in the Bronx, victims have the right, under the law, to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. With our decades of experience and a track record of over $150 million in verdicts and settlements recovered for our clients, you can trust us to fight for your rights.

When an accident occurs, our Bronx personal injury lawyers are prepared to take immediate action and fight for your rights. Reach out to us now for a free consultation to discuss your accident and injuries.

David Resnick & Associates Bronx, NY Personal Injury Attorney Practice Areas

If you’ve suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence, our personal injury attorneys in the Bronx are well-equipped to handle a wide range of cases, including car accidents, slip and fall incidents, workplace injuries, and more. Contact us to understand your legal rights and explore your options for seeking compensation.

Throughout the claims process, our Bronx personal injury lawyers can provide you with guidance and support, answer your questions, address your concerns, and keep you informed about the progress of your case.

Our reputable Bronx personal injury law firm provides our clients access to a network of resources, including investigators, medical experts, accident reconstruction specialists, and other professionals who can strengthen their cases to maximize the compensation for their injuries and losses.

During a free consultation, we will carefully assess all damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future costs. Contact our Bronx personal injury lawyers today to get started.

Who Can Be Held Liable for My Bronx, NY Accident, Injuries, and Compensation Needs?

Identifying who is responsible for your injury is one of the first steps we will take together.

The parties who can be held liable for your Bronx, NY accident, injuries, and compensation needs depend on the specific circumstances surrounding the incident.

That may include, but is not limited to:

• Negligent Drivers

If your accident involved a motor vehicle, the driver(s) responsible for the crash may be liable for your injuries and damages if their negligence, such as speeding, distracted driving, or running a red light, caused the accident.

• Property Owners

If your accident occurred on someone else’s property, such as a slip and fall in a store or a trip on a sidewalk, the property owner may be held liable for failing to maintain safe premises or address hazards that contributed to your injury.

• Employers

If your accident occurred while you were working, your employer may be liable for your injuries if they failed to provide a safe work environment, adequate training, or proper equipment.

• Construction Companies

If your accident occurred at a construction site, the construction company or contractor overseeing the project may be liable for your injuries if they failed to comply with safety regulations, provide proper training, or maintain a safe work environment.

• Manufacturers

If your injury was caused by a defective product, such as a malfunctioning vehicle part or a faulty piece of equipment, the manufacturer may be liable for your injuries under product liability laws.

• Government Entities

If your accident involved a government entity, such as a city bus or a public property, the government agency responsible for maintaining that entity may be liable for your injuries if their negligence contributed to the accident.

Determining liability in personal injury cases can be complex and may require a thorough investigation of the accident’s circumstances. Consulting with our personal injury attorneys, who are experienced in handling cases in the Bronx, NY, can help you understand your legal rights and options for seeking compensation from the liable parties. Contact us today to learn more.

What is the Personal Injury Claims Process in The Bronx, New York?

Each Bronx, New York, personal injury case is unique based on the specific facts involved. However, almost any personal injury claim will follow a standard claim process and go through similar steps.

That may include, but is not limited to:

• Consultation

During our initial consultation, we will evaluate your claim and determine whether you have a case. If you do, we will start filing your case and preparing the required paperwork.

We will negotiate with them once we have built a strong case against the negligent party or their insurer. Most personal injury cases were settled during this time. If the insurance company agrees to pay a fair amount, the case will be settled without going to trial, and you won’t have to appear in court.

If the negligent party refuses to make a fair offer, we will discuss what happens next in detail and may advise you to take the matter to court. There is no guarantee on how large an award a judge or jury will give in your case, but going to court is often the only way to get the fair compensation you deserve for your injuries.

• Collecting Evidence

We will immediately start a complete investigation into the facts and circumstances of your personal injury claim.

Often, we will begin by:

• Visiting the scene of the accident to take pictures.
• Obtaining any accident reports that form the basis of your claim.
• Identify all negligent parties and set up claims with their insurance carriers.
• Ordering medical records and any bills associated with treatment for injuries sustained.

With our skilled legal advocates handling your claim, you can pursue fair compensation and focus on your recovery without the stress and uncertainty of handling the legal process independently.

• Submitting a Demand Package

The demand package collects all medical bills and documents illustrating your injuries and wage loss. Once the demand package is complete, we will review it with you to ensure it is complete. As soon as you approve the demand package, we send it to the insurance carrier for the negligent party, and they will then conduct their review of the demand.

• Negotiations

Insurance adjusters are usually reluctant to pay victims the total compensation they deserve. They may offer low settlements to avoid going through the entire legal process of negotiations, arbitration, and even a trial to obtain the total amount you deserve. We will negotiate until we reach an agreement that fully compensates you for your injuries or until we reach an impasse.

• Settlement

We can negotiate a settlement with the insurance company that entirely and adequately compensates you for your injuries. We will prepare a settlement agreement outlining the terms of the settlement.

If the insurance company is unwilling to offer the kind of settlement you deserve, we move into the third stage of the personal injury claims process, litigation. If you have questions about how your unique personal injury claim will unfold, contact our Bronx law firm today to learn more about how we customize our legal strategies to fit each client’s needs.

What Do I Need to Prove to Pursue a Personal Injury Claim in the Bronx, New York?

If you want to make an injury claim (either through an insurance claim or lawsuit), you usually need to be able to prove that the person you are claiming against was somehow negligent and that their negligence led to your injuries (your damages).

The four critical elements required to establish negligence in a Bronx personal injury claim include:

• Duty of Care

The first element demonstrates that the defendant owed a duty of care to the plaintiff. This duty of care is a legal obligation to avoid causing harm to others or their property. It varies depending on the circumstances of the case. For instance, drivers have a duty to operate their vehicles safely, doctors have a duty to provide competent medical care to their patients, and property owners have a duty to maintain safe premises for visitors.

• Breach of Duty

The second element shows that the defendant breached the duty of care owed to the plaintiff. This means that the defendant failed to meet the standard of care expected in the situation. Proving that the defendant’s actions (or inactions) fell below what a reasonable person would do under similar circumstances often requires demonstrating that the defendant’s conduct was negligent, reckless, or intentional.

• Causation

The third element establishes a causal connection between the defendant’s breach of duty and the plaintiff’s injury or damages. There are two aspects of causation: cause in fact (actual cause) and proximate cause (legal cause). Cause means that the defendant’s actions were a direct cause of the plaintiff’s harm, while proximate cause refers to whether the harm was a foreseeable consequence of the defendant’s actions.

• Damages

The fourth element involves proving that the plaintiff suffered actual damages due to the defendant’s breach of duty. Damages can include physical injuries, emotional distress, property damage, medical expenses, lost wages, and other losses.

Has Another Person Or Party’s Negligence Injured You? Contact Our Bronx Personal Injury Law Firm Today

Are you ready to get the help you need? Contact David Resnick & Associates, P.C., now for a free consultation and claim review. Our Bronx office is located at 2484 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10458, you can give us a call at 212-279-2000 or start a chat with one of our representatives.