New York Personal Injury Defense Lawyers
Any business runs the risk of a lawsuit after a slip-and-fall accident, a car crash or other accident. Businesses that carry liability insurance, and insurance providers that cover those businesses, need experienced representation to protect their interests and their bottom line.
At O'Connor First, our lawyers provide experienced personal injury defense to insurance companies and self-insured businesses in New York and Vermont. We frequently represent both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury lawsuits, and offer unique insight and vigorous trial advocacy for all our clients in these matters.
We are prepared to represent clients in state and federal courtrooms throughout the area and can save time, expense and frustration during the legal process. We have secured substantial settlements and verdicts for our clients, and dedicate that experience to helping you or your business with your case.
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Diverse Experience In A Range Of Personal Injury Cases
We defend insurance companies along with their insureds, and self-insured businesses against personal injury claims that involve:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Product liability, including pharmaceuticals and medical devices
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Ladder falls
- Dog bites
- Negligent security cases
Our attorneys understand insurance defense and have been providing sound guidance and attentive client service for cases pending throughout New York state. We know what is at stake for our clients and have the experience and resources to handle these cases in a timely and cost-effective manner.
What Is The Process For New York Businesses Facing a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
If your business is facing a personal injury lawsuit in New York, you should be served a summons and complaint. Exactly how you respond to this depends on the specifics of the case, and our experienced attorneys can help you determine exactly what next steps to take. But you will often have a choice to deny the allegations or confirm them by answering the summons, or you may be able to file a motion to dismiss the lawsuit. If the case moves forward, your business will then be informed of the legal process, such as the dates of the hearings that you will need to attend.
How Does Liability Insurance Affect Personal Injury Defense In New York?
If your business has liability insurance, this can help to provide some level of compensation. For instance, it may cover the legal costs that you face while navigating this lawsuit. If you’re ordered to pay a settlement, your insurance policy may also cover that settlement. Businesses have this type of insurance to protect them from a financial perspective. If someone falls and suffers a spinal cord injury on your property, for example, they could be looking at millions of dollars in lifetime costs. You may deny these allegations, which could lead to the case being dropped or dismissed after a successful defense. But if the court determines that you are liable for the injuries, then you work with the insurance company to provide the appropriate settlement to the other party.
This can be a complex process with significant financial ramifications, so it’s very important to work with an experienced attorney.
What Are The Benefits Of Working With A New York Lawyer Who Has Experience Representing Both Plaintiffs And Defendants In Personal Injury Lawsuits?
The experience your attorney has is crucial. Our team will help you know what steps to take, how to reply to legal documents, if there are any important deadlines that have to be met and how to build your case.
Having someone who has worked on both sides – representing defendants and plaintiffs – can be especially beneficial because we know what the other side is likely to do and the tactics that are often used in personal injury lawsuits. Our team is uniquely positioned to see things from both perspectives, which helps us as we assist you in preparing your defense and making your case.
Large Firm Experience, Small Firm Attention
Throughout the pendency of the litigation, our firm will keep you informed about what is happening and what important decisions need to be made. While we are large enough to effectively handle a variety of cases and achieve substantial results, we are also small enough to provide the personalized attention which clients deserve from a law firm.
If you are faced with a lawsuit after an accident, talk with one of our personal injury defense lawyers by calling 877-886-4029 or reaching out online.