Personal Injury Attorney in New York City

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What should I do if I have been injured in a car accident?

You need to receive the proper medical attention as your first action. Once your injuries have been taken care of, you should then speak with a car accident lawyer as soon as possible. If your injuries are serious, they may require more financial compensation than you will receive if you deal with just the insurance company. Don’t forget, insurance companies are also businesses that have their own interests.The attorneys at Hochheiser & Hochheiser LLP, have years of experience helping victims of car accidents recover compensation for their injuries.

Do I need a lawyer?

It is not necessary to retain legal counsel if you have been injured due to the reckless or negligent behavior of another party. However, you could be facing months to years to a lifetime of medical treatment as a result of your injuries. With the help of an experienced and aggressive attorney, you could receive full compensation for those medical costs.

I was hurt when an elevator malfunctioned. Who is going to pay my medical bills?

If the elevator you were injured in was poorly maintained or otherwise negligently cared for, you could have a case against the owner/manager of the building. Our firm has access to engineers and other professionals who can independently investigate the elevator car and shaft to determine the cause of the accident. Whoever was negligent should be held accountable for your injuries.

What is a traumatic brain injury?

A head injury, traumatic brain injury or TBI consists of a blow, hit, fall or other impact that damages the brain tissue in some way. For example, you could fall and hit your head or a pipe could partially pierce your skull and enter the brain. These could both result in traumatic brain injury. Around 50% of all severe TBI cases require surgery to remove broken blood vessels and damaged tissue from the injured area. If you or a loved one has suffered TBI, you should speak with a New York City traumatic brain injury attorney at our firm to discuss the possibility of a case.

What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

Then the nerve that receives signals from your thumb, index finger and middle finger is pinched or irritated by swelling, changing or other irritation of the tendons near the wrist bones, you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. The highest cause of carpal tunnel syndrome is in the workplace where an employee has to constantly move his hands, wrists and fingers in a repetitive motion, such as typing for long periods of time. You could receive compensation for your injuries if you suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome because of your work-related duties.

Our firm handles all types of accident and injury cases throughout Manhattan and all of NYC. To learn more about your case and to get your questions answered, contact a New York City personal injury lawyer at our law offices today.