PERSONAL INJURY Hello. I have been practicing personal injury law for about 20 years. I have successfully handled many many cases and have extensive experience in the courts. Some of the types of cases I can help you with are below, but first: THIS IS VITAL. THE BEST WAY TO WIN IS TO KNOW WHAT THE OTHER SIDE KNOWS. I REPRESENT BOTH PLAINTIFFS AND DEFENDANTS AND HAVE FOR YEARS! I worked at a firm that did insurance defense work and I have worked at firms that did plaintiff work. And, now at my firm, I handle both. THIS MEANS I KNOW WHAT'S BEST FOR YOUR CASE AS I HAVE WORKED BOTH SIDES! I know how plaintiffs can maximize what they can get from insurance companies and I know how defendants can settle for a small sum or even have plaintiff's case dismissed. Many lawyers only represent one side -- plaintif or defendant -- this does not help you. DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE the power of knowledge and how it will help you win your case. Knowledge is power and that is what I strive for by working both sides! Call me today for a FREE consultation and see how we can help you. PS Check out the Our Victories Link on the left to see all my accomplishments. Car Accident Bicycle Accident Motorcycle Accident Truck Accident Other Vehicle Accidents Playground Accidents Defamation/Slander Assault & Battery Rape, Sexual Assault and Unlawful Touching Inadequate Security Dog Bites Animal Bites Slip and Fall Falling Objects Hit and Run Pedestrian Accidents Wrongful Death Brain Injuries Back and Spinal Injuries Medical Malpractice Birth Injuries Construction Accidents Premises Liability With my many years of experience I have seen all kinds of cases like yours and I can usually come up with a way to win. And if by chance you have a novel issue, I have associates who have years and years of experience who can help us. I am in court on a regular basis and know how to help you and guide you with what is best for your case. And I am fully familiar with the courts so I know how they operate and the individual rules associated with them. My team of personal injury attorneys know what they are doing to help you. I work with all my lawyers individually and personally One of the most important ways to win your case is to know the law. I am a continuing legal education teacher and I teach other lawyers about personal injury law. It is very important that you choose an experienced and knowledgable lawyer like myself to help you through one of the most stressful and painful times in your life. Call me today and we can start figuring out the best strategy for your case. To save some time, try to have some of your documents and/or dates ready before you call. -- Hayley Greenberg

This information applies to most types of injuries: car accidents, slips and falls, trips, objects falling on you, etc.

What you do immediately after the accident is very important. It is imperative that you DO NOT DISCUSS WHAT HAPPENED WITH ANYONE. What you say now may be used against you later. If you require medical attention you should get it. IF YOU ARE INJURED GO TO A HOSPITAL IMMEDIATELY, DO NOT ASSUME YOU WILL GET BETTER. By delaying, you may cause much more serious injury to yourself. If possible, try to get names, addresses and phone numbers of witnesses, or if you are unable to, try to have someone else get this information. If the police are present get the accident complaint number. If the accident involves automobiles get registration, driver, owner, and insurance information.

Do not make comments about what happened to anyone as other people may hear you and this too can be used against you. As you may be seriously injured you may not know what you are saying and it will hurt you later.

Remember you must report certain accidents. If you are involved in a car accident, you should immediately call and file a written report with your insurance company. Further, if anyone is killed or injured, or property damage exceeds $1,000, you are required to file a report with the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles within 10 days. If anyone makes a claim against you, notify your insurance company immediately. It is also important that you immediately contact your attorney.

Time is very important for several reasons. First, as time passes, the accident site changes which may hurt your case. Although, it might be helpful for your attorney or a private investigator to visit the accident location if you do not call soon enough, you will lose this option. DO NOT MAKE THE DECISION THAT THIS IS NOT NECESSARY BY YOURSELF. Call your attorneys and see what they say.

Second, the time limit to begin your lawsuit may expire and then you cannot sue anyone. For some cases the time limit may be very short, AS SHORT AS 30 DAYS. So, do not wait!

NEVER DISCUSS YOUR ACCIDENT WITH ANYONE, ESPECIALLY THE INSURANCE COMPANY

The Insurance Adjuster Is Not Your Friend!

After you are injured you may be contacted by the insurance company of the person that injured you. This will usually be the insurance adjuster. The adjuster wii try to talk you into giving a statement of what may have happened and settling quickly for what may be a much small amount than what your lawyer would have been able get for you. Have your lawyer do the talking for you!

You should not settle any action until you consult with an attorney to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of your case.

GREENBERG & MEROLA SCORES VICTORY WITH APPELLATE COURT

The boy was seriously injured but the court attempted to deprive him of his day in court because he could not explain exactly how the accident happened at the deposition. The boy's case was thrown out after the defendants made a motion for summary judgment.

But, we filed an appeal to the Appellate Division and overturned the Judge's decision.
The Defendant had no choice but to settle and our client now has money set aside for his college education.

When You Snooze You Lose! or Act Fast or You May Not Be Able To Sue

If you wait too long, you cannot sue the party that injured you. Keep in mind that many times in a lawsuit an investigation must be done before you can start the suit. It may take weeks or months of investigation before it is known who is the proper party to sue.

If you have already waited weeks or months before seeing your attorney, much valuable time may have been lost. DO NOT WAIT! Some time limits are very short. For example, to sue New York City or its agencies you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the incident!

The time limit for negligence in New York State is three years. Although this seems like a long time, when you factor in the investigation that needs to be done, it is not such a long time period. Thus, every minute you delay makes it more difficult for your lawyer to build your case.

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