Manhattan Personal Injury Lawyers

The experienced attorneys at Parker Waichman LLP represent families in Manhattan in a wide variety of personal injury claims. We are dedicated to helping people during some of the most challenging times of their lives with the compassion and professionalism they deserve. Throughout our decades litigating personal injury cases, we have developed a team of attorneys who have a keen understanding of the law, a fierce drive to succeed, and a great passion for helping others.

You can read more below about the specific types of cases we litigate, and please feel free to call our firm with any questions or to discuss your own potential personal injury case. If you are looking for a Manhattan lawyer, we are always happy to answer your questions and want to learn how we can help you with your legal needs.

Auto Accidents

Parker Waichman LLP has an extensive auto accident practice in Manhattan, helping victims and their families secure the compensation they need to pay medical costs, lost wages, and more. We represent people who have been involved in numerous types of vehicle accidents, such as distracted driving, falling asleep at the wheel, and drunk driving. Our attorneys understand the complexities of these cases, including the application of New York’s No-Fault Law, and we know our clients need results to help them move forward. If you were or a loved one was involved in an automobile accident in Manhattan, contact our experienced accident attorneys today.

Nursing Home Abuse

The decision to place your loved one in a nursing facility is always difficult, but you do so trusting that it is a caring, safe home for your family member. Finding out about nursing home abuse or neglect is extremely traumatic for both you and your loved one. Statistics show the elderly and ill are especially vulnerable to abuse, and they often feel like they cannot advocate for themselves. Our nursing home injury lawyers stand up for the rights of the elderly and ill, and we will fight for the justice your family deserves. If you suspect abuse or neglect in your loved one’s Manhattan nursing home, contact a Manhattan injury lawyer from our law firm as soon as possible. You will have the chance to speak with a skilled and compassionate nursing home abuse lawyer who will listen to your story and help you understand your legal options.

Medical Malpractice

Doctors in Manhattan and around the country are held to a higher standard of care than most people, and for good reason. It’s all about the special relationship between physicians and patients. Under the law, your physician must always use the level of care that another physician in the same field would use in the same situation. When they fall below this “standard of care” and cause harm to a patient, the patient has the right to file a lawsuit that alleges negligence. Parker Waichman’s attorneys are committed to helping injured patients recover for the ways they have been harmed and to holding doctors accountable for their actions. Medical negligence cases in Manhattan can be complicated, but our lawyers are tremendously thorough in investigating and litigating claims for our clients to be sure we achieve the best outcome possible. Call our firm today if you have a potential medical malpractice case, and speak to a Manhattan injury lawyer.

Labor Law

In Manhattan, construction workers are protected by three state laws that apply specifically to safety on job sites. New York Labor Law Sections 200, 240, and 241 require construction project owners, managers, and contractors to provide and maintain safe job sites for workers. These laws also give workers the right to sue for injuries in the absence of a safe site. The attorneys at Parker Waichman LLP are extremely knowledgeable in state labor laws and will advocate for workers who suffer injuries because of an owner, manager, or contractor negligence. Contact a Manhattan lawyer from our office today if you were involved in a construction accident due to unsafe conditions on the job site.

Product Liability

Parker Waichman LLP has an impressive background in product liability litigation, obtaining significant results for people injured by consumer products, prescription drugs, and medical devices. Manufacturers of all products must ensure their products’ safety, which includes packaging the products with appropriate warning information. If consumers and patients do not understand the risks involved in using products, they cannot make informed choices. Our firm has represented people in local Manhattan products cases and national mass tort litigations, making Parker Waichman LLP a superior choice of counsel for your product liability claim. If you were injured in Manhattan because of a defective product, call our office today.

Additional Manhattan Personal Injury Practice Areas

In addition to the personal injury cases listed above, Parker Waichman LLP represents families in Manhattan affected by the following:

• Boating accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Workplace accidents
• Wrongful death
• Slip-and-fall accidents
• Trucking accidents
• Construction accidents
• Defective medical devices
• Defective prescription drugs
• Premises liability claims
• Environmental contamination cases
• Fire and burn injuries
• Birth injuries

We have created an expansive practice to serve as many people as possible, and we have a reputation for astounding results. Our firm has secured more than $2 billion in compensation for our clients, and we are confident that we can help you and your family. Even if you don’t see your particular claim listed here, reach out to our firm to tell us about the facts of your case. A dedicated Manhattan injury lawyer at Parker Waichman LLP will listen to your story and connect you with the right attorney to help you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Percentage Do Personal Injury Attorneys Get?

A personal injury attorney gets a percentage of the settlement their client receives.  (Remember, though, that this is a contingency fee; if there’s no recovery, there’s no fee due the attorney.) That percentage may vary depending on the type of case.  However the maximum fee a New York attorney may charge in an typical negligence case where the client does not pay the expenses in advance, is 33.3% of the amount recovered, whether by trial or settlement, after costs and disbursements.  Medical malpractice cases operate on a sliding scale depending on the amount of the recovery.

Can You Sue For Pain and Suffering in NY?

If you were injured in New York, you can sue for pain and suffering. New York is also one of the states that has no cap on monetary value to any damages you might have endured so you can sue for the extent of the injury you’ve received and how it has affected your life.

How Much Can You Sue for a Personal Injury?

The payout on a personal injury case can vary depending on the specifics of the case and the extent of your injury. In New York State, there is no cap on how much you can sue for your personal injury case, but between settlements and court awards, the average payout ranges from $3,000 to $75,000 for simple injuries.

What Makes a Good Personal Injury Lawyer?

When you’re looking for a good Manhattan personal injury lawyer, it’s important to look for one with plenty of experience and positive results. When you look at their website, you should find information about their track record as well as what kind of reviews they have from former clients. You want an attorney with a full team behind them who understand your case and know how to help you get the compensation you deserve.  Most of all, you want an attorney who is tenacious; who is viewed by his or her adversaries as an effective and talented advocate who doesn’t stop until his client best interests have been served.

Should I Contact an Attorney for a Car Accident?

Small collisions where there’s not much damage done to the car and no injury to anybody in the car don’t require an attorney. However, if you were in an accident and suffered an injury, it is never a bad idea to talk to an attorney about your situation to see if you qualify for a personal injury case, especially at Parker Waichman, where’s there’s no fee charged for that consultation.

How Do I Choose an Attorney for an Accident?

When you’re looking for an attorney after you’ve been in an accident, it’s important to do your due diligence to ensure you’re finding one who understands your case and has an interest in taking it on. When you meet with them to discuss specifics, come prepared with questions so when you ask them to handle your case, you’re confident in your decision.

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Settlements

When you work with a dedicated Manhattan personal injury lawyer like one of those at Parker Waichman, you get an attorney who has experience getting the settlement you deserve. In past personal injury cases, our attorneys have been able to secure multi-million dollar settlements in personal injury cases like auto accidents, nursing home abuse, trip and fall cases, labor law, and general negligence.

Contact Parker Waichman LLP for Your Free Case Evaluation

Parker Waichman LLP offers free, no-obligation consultations on all Manhattan personal injury claims. Our personal injury attorneys will examine the facts of your case to see if we can potentially move forward with a case at absolutely no cost to you. Do not delay in contacting us, as statutes of limitations in the state of New York apply to all personal injury claims. Time could be running on your ability to file a claim, so call Parker Waichman LLP today.

Should you or your loved one have a potential personal injury case in Manhattan, contact Parker Waichman LLP today for a free, confidential consultation by calling 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) or by filling out our online form.