Why Choose The Sanders Law Firm for Your Personal Injury Case?
For over 50 years, The Sanders Law Firm has advocated for those injured in accidents, recovering billions in settlements and verdicts for our clients. We understand that a serious injury can lead to overwhelming emotional and financial stress. That’s why we focus on taking the legal pressure off your shoulders with a deliberate and litigation-forward approach.
With an expansive network of medical professionals, investigators, and in-house legal resources, we have a reputation for being trial-ready and delivering results. This means we don’t just settle. We push cases forward, filing lawsuits to create leverage and pursue full compensation.
We’re built for the New York legal landscape. This means we stand up for working families, won’t back down from powerful insurance companies, have a multilingual staff, and are available 24/7 to help when you need us.
How Do I Know if I Have a Personal Injury Case?
In New York, you may have a personal injury if you were hurt due to someone else’s negligence. Proving this means establishing the elements of negligence, including:
- Duty of care: Someone had a legal responsibility to you. For example, a store owner has a legal duty to keep their property reasonably safe for customers.
- Breach of duty: They failed to fulfill that responsibility, such as the store manager failing to clean up a spill after it was reported.
- Causation: Their breach of duty directly caused your accident. This could be the spill resulting in a slip and fall accident in the store.
- Damages: The accident led to actual harm, including physical injuries and financial losses.
Our team will gather crucial evidence to prove negligence and build your claim, putting you in the best position to recover compensation.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
Our personal injury attorneys in Queens have the localized knowledge and deep trial experience required to handle complex New York claims, including:
Car Accidents
From crowded transit hubs in Jamaica to fast-moving traffic on the Long Island Expressway, dangerous motor vehicle crashes happen across Queens every day. We can demand the compensation you deserve and protect you from unfair insurance companies that may try to pay less than your claim is worth.
Slip and Fall Injuries
Icy sidewalks, wet floors, and other property hazards can cause serious slip and fall injuries. We fight to hold negligent property owners accountable for what happened and seek financial relief for your losses.
Medical Malpractice
Errors by local healthcare providers can cause life-altering injuries. If you suffered harm due to medical negligence, we can help you pursue justice with a medical malpractice claim.
Motorcycle Accidents
Queens motorcyclists have minimal protection against road hazards, with motorcycle crashes often resulting in serious injuries. Our team will evaluate and include the full scope of your losses in your claim.
Pedestrian Accidents
Dense foot traffic throughout Queens puts walkers at high risk of pedestrian accidents and injuries. When you work with our team, we’ll pursue all available damages to protect your financial stability and future.
Bicycle Accidents
Cyclists sharing lanes with aggressive city traffic frequently suffer catastrophic injuries. Drivers may block bike lanes or open doors carelessly, leading to crashes. We fight for fair compensation for bike accident victims and their families.
Product Liability
Defective household goods or toxic products purchased in Queens can cause severe illness or injuries. We hold manufacturers accountable when their products harm consumers.
Premises Liability
Unsafe property conditions, such as broken stairwells in Queens apartments or poor lighting in stores, can lead to preventable accidents. Our team can seek compensation for your resulting injuries, financial losses, and suffering.
Nursing Home Abuse
Vulnerable seniors in Queens care facilities deserve dignity, but often face neglect or physical abuse. Nursing home abuse lawsuits can secure the funds needed for immediate, safe relocation, medical intervention, and compensation for families.
Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one unexpectedly in an accident can leave families financially and emotionally devastated. With a wrongful death claim, we’ll be there for your family every step of the way as we demand fair compensation that helps protect your future.
Construction Site Accidents
Rapid development throughout Queens exposes construction workers to dangerous situations. Construction accident victims may be entitled to financial support when they suffer injuries and other losses.
Birth Injuries
Careless mistakes in the delivery room can leave newborns or mothers facing serious birth injuries and life-long health conditions. We’ll fight to maximize your compensation that will help cover ongoing care and future needs.
Truck Accidents
Massive commercial trucks traveling on the Long Island Expressway can cause severe damage and life-altering injuries in an accident. Our truck accident team has the experience and resources to fight corporate legal teams and handle these complex claims.
Workers’ Compensation
Getting hurt on the job could mean you’re unable to earn a living or support your family. We can help by demanding the full benefits you’re entitled to through the workers’ compensation system.
Statute of Limitations for Queens Personal Injury Cases
In New York, you generally have three years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, there are some exceptions, and waiting too long can be risky. If your injury involves city transit, public schools, or municipal property, you must file a formal Notice of Claim within 90 days. Missing these strict legal deadlines means permanently forfeiting your right to seek compensation.
Establishing Liability: Proving Who Is at Fault for Your Injury
Liability is simply the legal responsibility for an accident. To recover compensation in New York personal injury cases, you must prove the at-fault party is liable by establishing negligence, which is the failure to exercise reasonable care and causing harm.
However, other types of claims do not require proof of negligence. For example, strict liability applies to product liability claims. This means you do not need to show that the manufacturer was negligent to pursue compensation. Instead, you only need to prove that the product was defective and caused injuries.
If you have questions about who may be at fault for your accident in Queens, reach out to our personal injury lawyers in NYC. We’ll discuss your situation and explain your legal options.
New York’s Comparative Negligence Law
New York follows a modified comparative fault system. This rule means you can still recover compensation if you share fault for your injuries, as long as you weren’t more than 50% at fault. However, your financial recovery is reduced by your percentage of blame for the accident. If you were more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover any compensation.
We fight to minimize your fault percentage and maximize your final payout.
How the Sanders Law Firm Handles Your Personal Injury Case
Navigating the aftermath of a serious accident can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our Queens personal injury lawyers can manage every phase of your claim with compassionate support and fierce legal advocacy. Our award-winning legal services include:
Free Consultation and Case Evaluation
We offer free case evaluations to review your accident details, answer your urgent questions, and map out the best path forward with no obligation to work with us. We are available 24/7 with a multilingual staff who are ready to help.
Investigation and Evidence Gathering
With over five decades of experience serving New York City, we know where and how to secure critical evidence—from Queens traffic cameras to local business surveillance footage. We can also help you access quality medical treatments to document your injuries and get the care you need.
Demand Letter and Negotiations
We build a comprehensive claim detailing your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering, then present a formal demand to the insurer. Our attorneys firmly negotiate with opposing counsel to secure every dollar you are legally owed.
Settlement or Litigation
Most cases settle out of court, but we never accept lowball insurance offers just to avoid a trial. If the insurance company refuses to pay a fair amount, our trial-ready litigators will take your case straight to the courtroom.
Post-Settlement Support
Our job does not end when the insurance company cuts a check. We guide you through the final distribution process, handle complex medical liens, and connect you with financial professionals regarding tax implications and long-term care funding.
How Damages Are Calculated in Personal Injury Cases
If you were injured in a Queens accident, you may be entitled to recover economic and non-economic damages. Here’s how our team of attorneys calculate the value of your claim:
Economic Damages
Economic damages are the measurable financial losses caused by the accident, including:
- Medical expenses: Current hospital bills, surgeries, prescriptions, and the cost of future medical care
- Lost wages: Reimbursement for the income you lost while recovering and compensation for future lost earning capacity if you can no longer work at your previous level.
- Loss of earning capacity and long-term care costs: Financial losses caused by permanent impairment or disability.
- Out-of-pocket expenses: Other costs connected to your accident or injuries, including property repairs or replacements
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages are the subjective losses that affect your quality of life, such as:
- Pain and suffering: Physical pain and emotional distress caused by the accident
- Loss of enjoyment of life: Inability to enjoy hobbies, daily activities, or family interactions as you did before the injury
- Disfigurement: Permanent scarring and other changes to your appearance that impact your life
Punitive Damages
Punitive damages are awarded in rare cases to punish a defendant for extreme, intentional, or recklessly dangerous behavior rather than to compensate for a specific loss.
Don’t Settle for Less: Contact The Sanders Law Firm to Fight for You Today
Insurance companies often want you to settle quickly for a fraction of what your case is worth. The Sanders Law Firm is ready to step in, handle every step of the claims process, and aggressively fight for the financial relief you need and deserve.
We make getting professional legal help easy and risk-free by offering free consultations around the clock and no upfront costs to start your case. Because we operate on a contingency fee basis, you owe us nothing unless we secure compensation for your claim. Schedule your free case review today by calling (833) SANDERS or connecting with our team online.
Common Questions About Personal Injury Claims
How Much Will My Case Be Worth?
Damages depend on the severity of your injury, medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and liability strength. For example, a minor injury case might settle for less than catastrophic injury cases. We’ll provide a detailed estimate after a careful investigation and evaluation of your damages.
How Long Will My Case Take?
Simple cases may settle within a few months. However, complex cases or those requiring litigation can take over a year to resolve. We prioritize fair compensation for you over speed because settling too quickly often leaves money on the table.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
It costs nothing upfront to hire our team. We work on contingency, meaning you don’t pay unless we win. Our fee comes from your recovery, not your pocket.
Will My Case Go to Trial?
Most cases settle before trial. But if the insurer won’t offer fair compensation, we file suit and are ready for trial from day one.
What if the At-Fault Party Doesn't Have Insurance?
In New York, your no-fault auto insurance is designed to cover some immediate expenses—no matter who was at fault. You may also have an uninsured motorist (UM) claim under your own policy, or we may bring a lawsuit against the at-fault party directly if you suffered serious injuries. Contact our team to discuss legal options to recover compensation.