Personal Injury Lawyers in Corona, NY

Our Contingency Fee Structure: You Only Pay If We Win

Financial difficulties are a major concern after any injury-causing accident. That's why we work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no upfront legal fees — we only get paid if we successfully obtain a settlement or verdict in your case.

Our fee is a percentage of your total compensation, which ensures that our goal is the same as yours: maximizing your recovery.

Benefits of a Contingency Fee Arrangement

A contingency fee structure offers the following advantages:

• Zero Financial Risk: You can start fighting for fair compensation without worrying about how to afford a lawyer.
• Access to Justice: Everyone deserves strong legal representation, regardless of their financial situation.
• Motivation to Win: Since our compensation is tied to yours, we’re highly motivated to secure the best possible outcome for your case.

Reach out to our Corona personal injury legal team today to learn more about our fee structure.

Proving Negligence in Your Corona Injury Case

In most personal injury cases, success hinges on proving negligence. In legal terms, negligence means someone has failed to act with reasonable care, and their actions (or failure to act) directly resulted in another party being harmed.

To establish negligence, your lawyer must prove the following elements:

• Duty of Care: The at-fault party had a legal duty to act in a way that didn't put you at risk (for example, drivers have a duty to obey traffic laws).
• Breach of Duty: The at-fault party violated their duty of care through carelessness or a failure to act.
• Causation: The breach of duty directly caused your injuries.
• Actual Harm: You suffered real harm or loss (medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, etc.) as a result of the injury.

When it comes to proving negligence and constructing a compelling case, a qualified personal injury attorney will be your greatest asset.

How We Prove Negligence

When investigating injury cases, we gather evidence like police reports, witness statements, medical records, and photos and videos, and may even consult experts to reconstruct the accident. These measures help us build a strong case showing that the other party's negligence led to your injuries.

Types of Damages You May Be Entitled To

After a serious injury in Corona, you may be entitled to several types of compensation (also known as “damages”) designed to help you recover financially, physically, and emotionally.

Here's a breakdown of the key categories:

Economic Damages

This category of damages is intended to cover quantifiable financial losses, including:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and lost earning capacity
• Property damage
• Costs of rehabilitation or in-home care

Economic damages make up the bulk of the award in a personal injury suit.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages address the intangible consequences of your injury, such as:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Disability or disfigurement

Since non-economic damages are harder to quantify, you’ll need the assistance of a knowledgeable attorney.

Punitive Damages

Though rare, punitive damages may be awarded in cases involving extreme recklessness or willful misconduct to punish the responsible party and deter similar behavior.

Determining the Value of Your Case

Your lawyer will thoroughly analyze all potential damages related to your injury, working with medical and financial experts when necessary to project the full current and future costs of your injuries. By doing so, they can ensure that you receive the maximum compensation available.

Beating the Clock: Deadlines for Corona Injury Lawsuits

New York State has strict time limits for filing personal injury lawsuits known as statutes of limitations. These deadlines vary depending on the specific circumstances of your Corona injury case.

In most cases, you have three years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. However, there are exceptions that might shorten or lengthen this timeframe. If you miss the deadline, you could lose your right to seek compensation entirely, no matter how strong your case is.

When Can You Expect a Resolution in Your Case?

Unfortunately, there's no simple answer to how long your personal injury case might take. Every case is unique, and several factors influence how quickly a claim progresses and reaches a resolution. They include:

• The Severity of Your Injuries: Cases involving complex or long-term injuries often take longer to resolve, as it can take time to fully understand their impact.
• The Clarity of Liability: When it's clear who was at fault, cases tend to proceed more quickly.
• The Cooperation of the Insurance Companies: Insurance companies may drag their feet, but we'll apply pressure to keep your case moving forward.
• The Need for a Trial: The vast majority of personal injury cases settle out of court. However, if a trial is necessary, it can significantly extend the timeline.

While we can't guarantee a specific timeframe, we'll work tirelessly to advance your claim as efficiently as possible without compromising your compensation. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way and are always available to discuss your case's progress.