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What is the average settlement for a personal injury?

Accidents can happen at any time, and they can result in a wide range of injuries based on the nature and severity of the crash. While some injury claims in New York are resolved through insurance policies, others, particularly those involving serious bodily injuries or wrongful death, result in personal injury lawsuits.

A large number of personal injury claims are settled outside of court, where the features of average settlements are used to determine a settlement amount. Based on this, since each case is unique and some claims settle for more or less than others, statistics aren’t everything when determining your claim value. Knowing how different variables impact your insurance settlement allows you to evaluate your options and make a judicious decision based on your circumstances.

The seasoned car accident attorneys at Rosenberg, Minc, Falkoff & Wolff, LLP can help you make an informed decision about the value of your potential settlement based on the circumstances in your specific case. Here’s what you should know about New York accident settlementsβ€”and how we can help you better estimate the amount of your compensation.

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What Happens When A Bicycle Hits A Person?

Pedestrian accidents in New York don’t always involve motor vehicles. They can also occur because of a negligent cyclist crashing into a pedestrian. Suing a bicyclist for financial compensation can be more complicated than filing a personal injury lawsuit in a motor vehicle collision. 

Unfortunately, many bicyclists in New York City flout the rules of the road. Every year a large number of pedestrians report injuries after they were hit by a bicycle. Pedestrians are also required to follow the rules of the road, which will mean you need a diligent New York pedestrian accident attorney to successfully pursue a claim for damages. 

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What is New York Injury Threshold?

You may be entitled to compensation if you or someone you love suffered a bodily injury because of another person’s recklessness, malice, or negligence. Based on this, your personal injury claim will be considered valid only if you have actually sustained an injury that is considered β€œserious” enough to meet the minimum injury threshold set out by law. New York Insurance Law Β§5102(d) describes the types of injuries following a motor vehicle accident that qualify for New York’s serious injury threshold. 

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What is The Personal Injury Lawsuit Process in New York?

Every personal injury lawsuit filed in New York courts is unique, but the lawsuit process generally involves similar steps from commencement to resolution. It’s vital to know the various aspects related to filing a personal injury lawsuit in New York. You can be better prepared for your initial consultation with a personal injury attorney once you know the basics of the claim process you will have to follow.

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How New York Personal Injury Laws Affect Your Claim?

When you get injured due to another’s fault, you may have a claim for personal injury. In New York, this usually involves seeking compensation under the doctrine of negligence. A wide variety of cases fall under personal injury, including motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, and premises liability claims. The statutes governing these cases are outlined in New York’s legal code.

These statutes affect personal injury claims by imposing deadlines for filing claims, requiring you to prove your injuries meet or exceed the serious injury threshold to file a claim, limiting who can file a wrongful death claim and the damages they can receive, and whether or not you from filing a lawsuit against government agencies.

Investigating a personal injury claim is a huge undertaking that requires experience, determination, and expert knowledge of the many statutes governing these claims. The first step to getting on with your life is contacting someone specializing in this area. Our attorneys at Rosenberg, Minc, Falkoff & Wolff, LLP have decades of experience and a proven record of success in handling complex claims. Call us at 212-344-1000 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free consultation.

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