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West Seneca Personal Injury Attorneys
Serious accidents demand serious legal representation
An accident can change your life in an instant. You may suddenly be faced with severe and painful injuries which, in turn, could mean major medical bills and lost time from work. Some victims never fully recover from their injuries and might not ever be able to work again. This can spell financial and personal devastation for you and your family.
The good news is that you may be able to seek compensation from the at-fault parties. It starts with retaining a knowledgeable law firm that has your back each step of the way. If you or a loved one was hurt in West Seneca, find out how O’Brien & Ford PC can serve you.
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More than $100 million recovered in verdicts and settlements for those injured in New York.
How We Can Help
- Why personal injury victims turn to O’Brien & Ford PC
- Types of West Seneca personal injury cases we handle
- Elements of a West Seneca personal injury lawsuit
- Types of compensation that may be available
- Is there a West Seneca personal injury lawyer near me?
- Frequently asked questions about West Seneca personal injury
Why personal injury victims turn to O’Brien & Ford PC
Hiring a law firm to handle your personal injury case is a major decision. And it’s not enough for your attorney to simply know the law. Understanding personal injury law is important, but it takes more than an advocate to receive the treatment you deserve and make a compelling argument for the compensation that can help you recover. That’s what sets us apart from our competitors.
When you hire O’Brien & Ford PC as your West Seneca personal injury law firm, you aren’t just hiring an experienced lawyer. You’re hiring someone who is committed to seeking the best possible outcome for you and who knows what it takes to do so. To that end, we offer prospective clients the following:
Free initial case consultation
You probably have a lot of questions you want answered before you hire a law firm. Schedule a free, no-obligation initial case review with us to learn more about choosing a personal injury lawyer.
Taking clients on a contingency fee basis
We represent personal injury clients on a contingency basis. This means that instead of requiring an upfront retainer or billing hourly fees, we only get paid if we win your case or settle in your favor. Our fee is taken as a percentage of the total compensation recovered.
Quick connection to a lawyer
Clients who call us can reach a lawyer within moments, rather than having to wait hours or days for a returned call. You deserve to have a legal team that actually communicates with you about your case rather than treating you as just another number.
Personalized legal service
We are not a high-volume, slash-and-cash law firm. Instead, we have a deliberately limited caseload that allows us to devote more time and resources to each client we represent.
Compassion and dignity
Our firm understands that suffering a personal injury could be the worst moment of your life. We represent you with compassion, dignity, and professionalism.
Proactive legal counsel
Some lawyers let the defense attorney set the tone for the case. That’s not our approach. We actively move your case forward to settlement if possible, but to trial if necessary.
We’re ready to be your advocate and seek the personal injury compensation you need to recover. But don’t just take our word for it. Read these testimonials and reviews from prior personal injury clients like you to learn more about us.
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What Our Clients Say About Us
“The professionalism I received from the entire staff was great. Christopher Pannozzo, Annat and John worked tirelessly to get me the justice I deserve. Even Patrice the receptionist was professional and always a joy to talk to. Thank you guys for the hard work and taking my case.”
“I highly recommend O'Brien & Ford, P.C. to anyone who has been injured and needs someone they can trust. I’m extremely thankful for everything Anant and his team did for me and for the way I was treated throughout the entire process. They were professional, knowledgeable, and always took the time to explain things clearly and answer my questions. I would highly recommend this law firm.”
“Best firm ever, very smart and knowledgeable law firm. I always felt in great hands through out the entire process, Specal thanks to my Attorney Anant Kishore, couldn’t ask for a better outcome, thanks again guys ,”
Types of West Seneca personal injury cases we handle
Personal injury is an area of law concerned with seeking monetary compensation (known as damages) for victims of negligent and other wrongful conduct. We represent West Seneca victims in a broad array of personal injury cases, including but not limited to those involving:
Car accidents
Common causes of car accidents include drunk driving, distracted driving, and speeding. However, some accidents are due to vehicle defects. We uncover the reasons for your crash and then seek compensation.
Truck accidents
Due to the size and weight of trucks, accidents tend to leave victims with serious and often permanent injuries. Our aim is to hold the drivers and their employers, among other parties, accountable for victims’ losses.
Motorcycle accidents
Motorcycles lack the steel frames and protective features of passenger vehicles, so riders’ injuries can be catastrophic. We’re adept at overcoming common insurance and juror biases against motorcyclists in our pursuit of justice.
Bicycle accidents
Along with pedestrians, bicyclists have the right to use New York roads. When drivers refuse to observe the rules of the road, they can get into an accident that could have lasting consequences for the bicycle victim.
Pedestrian accidents
Pedestrians have the right to cross streets and walk on sidewalks without the fear that a motorist will strike them. Unfortunately, many of these accidents are hit-and-runs. Regardless, we are ready to seek compensation for your injuries.
Rideshare accidents
Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies are popular alternatives to traditional transportation. But like other motorists, rideshare drivers can get into serious wrecks. We help victims with the complicated insurance options that exist in these cases.
Bus accidents
Whether you are an injured bus passenger or a third-party victim, we can help you seek damages from the responsible party. There may be more than one individual or entity at fault in your case.
Premises liability
Property owners and other responsible parties have a duty to maintain their properties free of unreasonable dangers. When they don’t, and someone gets hurt as a result, the victim can take action.
Slip and fall accidents
Slip and fall accidents are a specific type of premises liability. Snow and ice (particularly problematic in New York winters), wet and slick floors, broken stairs and handrails, and poor lighting are just some of the most frequently reported causes of these accidents.
Negligent security
Failure to provide security at certain establishments, such as hotels, bars, and nightclubs, can expose guests and visitors to criminal violence and loss. The victim may be able to maintain a negligent security lawsuit.
Construction and workplace accidents
Although construction workers and employees may have the right to file for workers’ compensation, they may also be able to maintain a separate personal injury claim against third parties like property owners.
Child injuries
Because children are still growing and developing, a personal injury can have much more drastic effects on their physical well-being and their future. We know the important issues at stake in these cases and are ready to make a compelling legal claim.
Catastrophic injuries
These are injuries that have life-changing, often permanent effects on the victim. Burns, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and spinal cord injury are examples. We help victims recover from the steep financial and personal losses they suffer.
Sexual abuse
Victims of sexual abuse can experience physical injury, trauma, and much worse. Our firm works to hold businesses, schools, and organizations liable when their negligence allows individuals to be victimized.
Wrongful death
If the victim dies from their injuries, the personal representative of the victim’s estate may be able to file a wrongful death claim and a survival action, which is a separate cause of action regarding the deceased victim’s losses before death.
Elements of a West Seneca personal injury lawsuit
Victims generally have the duty of proving four important elements of a personal injury lawsuit if they wish to recover compensation for their injuries. Those elements are:
- Duty of care: This basically means that the defendant in a lawsuit has the responsibility to conduct themselves with reasonable care and avoid causing foreseeable harm to others. For example, drivers have the duty to drive safely and follow traffic laws.
- Breach: A breach of the duty of care happens when the defendant either does something or fails to do something in a manner that amounts to legal negligence. Driving while impaired is an example of a breach. Other wrongful conduct may also give rise to liability.
- Causation: Next, the victim must show that the breach caused the accident or injury in question. Causation can be a complicated factor when there are multiple at-fault parties.
- Damages: Lastly, the victim has the duty of proving both the nature and the amount of monetary damages they deserve for the personal and financial losses stemming from their injuries.
The elements of a wrongful death claim are similar. The accident or injury in question must cause the victim’s death, and their surviving family members have to suffer certain financial losses as a result.
Types of compensation that may be available
Your compensation will depend on factors like the severity of your injuries, your ability to return to work, and the impact of the accident or injury on your daily life. Based on the unique facts of your case, the following forms of compensation may be available:
- Medical expenses: These include not only bills the victim has already incurred, but expenses for likely future treatments and ongoing care the victim will need later. Some examples include ambulance care, hospitalization, prescription medications, and rehabilitation.
- Lost income: A victim could miss substantial time from work depending on the seriousness of their injuries. This can mean a great deal of lost income, which can be included in the damages claim.
- Lost earning capacity: The victim may never be able to work again, or at the same productivity level as before. This may cost them significant sums of money and benefits over the course of their working years.
- Non-economic damages: These include more personal and intangible losses. Common examples are pain and suffering, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life.
- Property damage: If the victim’s property is damaged or destroyed in the accident, they may be able to recover compensation for it. A common example is damage to a vehicle in a car crash.
- Wrongful death and survival action damages: Among these are the decedent’s final medical bills, funeral and burial expenses, loss of financial support, and loss of services, depending on the claim.
- Punitive damages: In rare cases involving especially egregious or reckless misconduct, punitive damages may be available. As the name suggests, these are intended to punish and deter the at-fault party’s behavior.
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Is there a West Seneca personal injury lawyer near me?
O’Brien & Ford PC is a trusted personal injury law firm that serves victims and their families in West Seneca and surrounding areas. Our address is 4549 Main St Suite 201, Buffalo, NY 14226. Nearby landmarks include Williamsville Village, Northtown Center, and Amherst State Park.
If you wish to reach us by car, you may want to take I-290, I-990, or local roadways like Sheridan Drive. Bus and Metro Rail service to the area is also available. Give us a call at 716-222-2222 if you need assistance reaching our office.
Frequently asked questions about West Seneca personal injury
Is there a deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York?
Most personal injury claims are subject to a three-year deadline known as the statute of limitations. If the accident victim does not file a lawsuit within three years of the accident, they may be barred from any recovery. The deadline can be different in certain cases, like those involving government defendants. Wrongful deaths are generally subject to a two-year deadline.
Can I still recover if I was at fault for the accident or injury?
What should I do after being in an accident?
Should I talk to the at-fault party's insurance company on my own?
Contact our West Seneca personal injury attorneys
Were you or a loved one hurt because of someone else’s irresponsible actions? Let us handle the legal aspects of your injuries while you focus on recovering. To learn more about O’Brien & Ford PC or to schedule a free initial case consultation with our team, give us a call or complete our online contact form today.