The attorneys at our personal injury firm have taken the time to answer some frequently asked questions to guide our clients as they consider making a claim. We know how confusing the legal process can be for those that have never filed a lawsuit. Our lawyers are experienced in various legal areas, including personal injury and wrongful death, medical malpractice , employment law, and car / auto accident cases; our lawyers and attorneys at law in New York are qualified to counsel you through your case. Contact our personal injury law firm for assistance today.
In order to be valid, personal injury lawsuits must be filed within a certain time frame. For personal injury, the statute of limitations is generally two years after the accident or incident occurred. However, is some cases, the statute of limitations may be two years after the injury was discovered. For example, if a physician commits medical malpractice by failing to diagnose cancer, the statute of limitations would be two years after the cancer was actually discovered. In wrongful death cases, the statute of limitations is typically two years after the death occurred. Our personal injury lawyers can help you determine if the statute of limitations for your case has expired.
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We handle all of our cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning we do not charge for services up front, but if you receive a positive verdict or settlement, our firm is entitled to a portion of the award. For example, if you have been injured in an auto accident, our car accident lawyers in New York will only be paid if we recover financial compensation for your case. There are no hidden fees or costs and contingency fee arrangements are available in all types of personal injury and wrongful death cases.
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Each case is unique, so it is difficult to predict the amount of financial damages that will be awarded for you claim. However, the lawyers at Gacovino, Lake and Associates can evaluate your lawsuit and help you determine its validity in comparison with past cases.
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If you have been injured in a car or other auto accident, the attorneys at our New York law offices recommend that you follow the following steps:
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Defective products have played a part in thousands of car accidents. If faulty tires, seat belts, air bags, or vehicle design result in an auto accident, you can hold the manufacturer of the product liable for any injuries or deaths that occur. Defective auto parts are to blame for thousands of injuries and deaths each year. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact our auto accident lawyers in New York today for a case review.
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Even if you suspect you might be at fault for the car accident, it is imperative that you do not provide this information to authorities. It is possible that other factors were at fault, and the incident should be thoroughly investigated to determine an accurate cause of the auto accident. Our car accident attorneys in New York employ a team of experts who can assess the auto accident and help you build a strong case.
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Our medical malpractice attorneys have handled various types of medical malpractice cases, including:
To find out if you have a valid medical negligence case involving mistakes, failure to diagnose, or birth injury, contact our medical malpractice lawyers today.
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Mistakes made by a physician or other medical professional in the delivery room can injure an infant in a variety of ways. Cerebral palsy, resulting from interruption of blood flow to the brain, is one of the most common forms of birth injury. Shoulder injuries such as those that cause Bell's Palsy can also occur, as can injuries that cause group-B strep. If you believe your child was injured by a negligent physician, contact our birth injury lawyers in New York today.
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First, stop using the drug. Next, see your physician immediately for a medical evaluation. Be sure to preserve all evidence, including all leftover doses of the drug. Then contact our office for effective legal representation. Our personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys have extensive experience representing victims of defective drugs and can provide you with the legal advice you need.
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The FDA has made it mandatory for many drugs to have warning labels. However, sometimes these labels are confusing, incomplete, or insufficient. They can also lead consumers to think that a drug is safer than it truly is. If you believe you have been misled by a drug’s warning label and subsequently injured, contact the personal injury lawyers at Gacovino, Lake and Associates.
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Yes. Your repetitive stress injuries will most likely be covered under workers’ compensation benefit plans as long as you can prove that your were injured on the job. If your employer has refused to cooperate, you may need legal counsel.
Under most circumstances, you forfeit your right to sue your employer when you accept workers’ compensation benefits. However, workers’ compensation is a complicated area of law and each case is different. Contact our attorneys to learn more about how the law applies to your specific suit.
Despite laws enacted to prevent it, age discrimination is still a very real problem in the workplace. Often, victims feel powerless and do not believe they can successfully build a case against their employers. However, the attorneys of Gacovino, Lake and Associates have the legal expertise needed to help victims of age discrimination get the restitution they deserve.
Sexual harassment in the workplace is intolerable. If you have taken the necessary steps and your company has refused to take your claim seriously, it is time to seek the advice of a lawyer. The attorneys of Gacovino, Lake and Associates have successfully represented a great number of sexual harassment victims and are confident that we can help if you in fact have a case.
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If you have been injured as a result of medical malpractice, defective products, or in an auto accident, contact our car accident lawyers today. Our attorneys in New York will thoroughly investigate your claim to provide you with the best chance of obtaining compensation.
Contact our personal injury lawyers with any medical malpractice, auto accident, or other negligence questions. Our attorneys in New York can offer qualified legal guidance and help you determine whether you should move forward with your suit.
Gacovino, Lake & Associates, P.C.
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Sayville, New York 11782
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