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What to Know About Personal Injury Law
Personal injury law gives individuals the ability to recover financial compensation after being hurt due to someone else’s carelessness. Whether it’s a slip and fall in a store, a car crash caused by a distracted driver, or a workplace accident, the law allows victims to pursue accountability. These incidents can impact every part of a person’s life, from health to finances. That’s why it’s important to work with an Ossining, NY personal injury lawyer that understands how to move a claim forward while keeping your best interests in mind.
Personal injury cases are based on the legal concept of negligence. This means that someone failed to take reasonable care to avoid causing harm to others. For example, a property owner who doesn’t fix a known hazard, or a driver who ignores traffic rules, may be considered negligent if their actions lead to an accident. As your legal team, we work to gather evidence, build a solid case, and deal with the insurance companies so that you can focus on your recovery.
Time Limits and Legal Rights In New York
New York has a strict statute of limitations for personal injury cases. In most situations, victims have three years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline usually means giving up the right to pursue compensation. We recommend reaching out sooner rather than later to protect your legal rights. This also allows us to begin collecting evidence while it’s still fresh, something that can be critical in making your case stronger.
New York’s system also follows what’s known as comparative fault. This rule means that even if you’re partially responsible for what happened, you may still be eligible for compensation. For instance, if you’re found to be 20% at fault, your final compensation may be reduced by that amount. An Ossining personal injury lawyer on our team can help evaluate how these rules may apply to your situation and what steps to take.
Types Of Damages and What You May Recover
In a successful personal injury claim, financial damages can cover a wide range of losses. These often include medical expenses, lost wages, future treatment needs, and property damage. In some cases, a victim may also be entitled to non-economic damages for pain, emotional strain, and loss of enjoyment of life. Every case is different, and we approach each one with a careful review of the facts and a clear plan for how to present your claim.
Insurance companies often try to settle for less than a fair amount. That’s where having legal representation can make a major difference. When we take on a case at The Law Office of Jeffrey Weiskopf, P.C., our job is to fight for the full value of what our clients are owed, no more, no less. It’s not about quick payouts. It’s about doing things right and making sure our clients are treated fairly.
Get The Support You Need Moving Forward
Injuries can take a toll in more ways than one, and having someone in your corner can be a real source of relief. If you’re looking for a reliable Ossining personal injury lawyer, we’re here to help. Call The Law Office of Jeffrey Weiskopf, P.C. today to talk about your situation and learn more about how we can support your next steps.
Practice Areas
From car accidents and medical malpractice to construction injuries and wrongful death, we provide skilled legal representation across all types of personal injury cases throughout New York State.
Medical Malpractice
When healthcare professionals fail to provide the standard of care you deserve, our experienced medical malpractice attorneys hold them accountable and fight for the justice and compensation you need to move forward.
Birth Injury
Birth Injury
Injuries to mother and/or baby during labor and delivery, including improper use of forceps, failure to order an emergency c-section, and failure to respond to fetal distress.
Misdiagnosis
Misdiagnosis
A physician's failure to accurately diagnose a patient's medical condition based on their symptoms and medical history. Failure to diagnose can mean a patient misses the window for early intervention, leading to the unnecessary progression of the disease.
Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is the failure of any medical professional (doctor, nurse, anesthesiologist, surgeon, or CNA) to provide the standard level of patient care expected of their position.
Medication Errors
Medication Errors
Medication errors include prescribing drugs that negatively interact with each other, prescribing medication the patient is allergic to, prescribing the wrong dosage, or a medical provider giving a patient the wrong medication or wrong dose.
Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse can be physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, or financial. It can be perpetrated by facility employees or resident-on-resident. We hold the individuals and the care facility liable for harm to residents.
Surgical Errors
Surgical Errors
Surgical errors can include operating on the wrong body part, leaving a tool or medical supplies inside a patient, or improperly administering anesthesia.
Jeffrey Weiskopf
Attorney & CEO
Jeffrey Weiskopf
Attorney & CEO
Meet our team! Firm founder Jeffery Weiskopf, a former partner at Halperin, Halperin & Weiskopf, PLLC, leads the Law Office of Jeffrey Weiskopf. Now the sole partner at his boutique personal injury practice, Attorney Weiskopf is joined by a talented team of legal professionals, including attorneys, paralegals, investigators, and legal researchers. We value your rights; each member of our litigation team is committed to playing our part in achieving justice for you and your family.
Serving New Yorkers Since 2006
Jeffrey Weiskopf
Jeffrey Weiskopf, P.C. is a personal injury law firm serving clients in New York City and across New York State, led by firm founder Jeffrey Weiskopf. His litigation team is licensed to practice in New York State and Federal courts. As a plaintiff’s attorney, Attorney Weiskopf advocates for the rights of accident victims and those harmed by the negligence or wrongful actions of others. As an experienced litigator with decades of legal experience in several fields, Attorney Weiskopf understands the struggles of victims and their families. He gives a voice to those who would otherwise not be heard, holding powerful corporations and healthcare facilities accountable for the harm they cause.
Serving All of New York
Our Ossining, NY-based personal injury law firm serves clients in New York City and across the Empire State.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you’ve been injured and are considering legal action, it’s normal to have questions about the process, your rights, and what to expect. For answers about your specific circumstances, call our office to schedule your complimentary case review.
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New York law does not require injured victims to have an attorney to file a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company. However, personal injury claims can be complex, and many defendants (and their insurance companies) have lawyers ready to try any trick they can to deny or minimize your valid claim. Hiring your own New York personal injury attorney levels the playing field and gives you a better chance of securing a fair settlement.
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You may still be able to claim compensation for your damages even if you contributed some of the fault for the wreck. New York is a comparative negligence state. This means that even if you are partially at fault for an accident, you can still recover damages, although your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. However, these cases can be tricky, and it’s best to consult with our New York car accident lawyer.
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Your compensation depends on the extent of your material damages. The higher your economic losses (medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and other out-of-pocket expenses), the higher your economic compensation should be. If you seek non-material compensation for pain and suffering and emotional trauma, it is usually calculated as a factor of your total economic losses. So, essentially, the worse you were injured, the higher the value your claim will likely be.
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Yes! This is called misdiagnosis, and it’s more common than you may believe. Doctors should take into account the totality of the patient’s presenting symptoms, as well as their medical history and family medical history. The standard level of care expected of a physician often includes ordering reasonable lab work and imaging tests to narrow down the possibilities and give the patient an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.
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Each firm sets its own fee structure, so we can only speak to ours, The Law Office of Jeffrey Weiskopf. We operate on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless we win your case. Our firm provides the cost of litigating your claim upfront, allowing you to access high-quality legal representation without any upfront cost. Many injured people appreciate this, especially those still out of work recovering. Then, we assess our fees as a percentage of the final settlement.
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