Personal Injury Services in New York by Shim Law
Everything can change in an instant. Auto accidents, medical mistakes, or even just a wrong step can threaten your emotional and physical health by also leaving you with daunting financial turbulence. During these testing times, having mental anchors such as coping mechanisms paired with trusted advocates becomes essential.
Shim Law Group, P.C., caters to clients all across New York, absorbing great responsibility to guide you through the intricacies of the personal injury law system and attain the compensation that is justly yours. With Shim Law Group, you will always be a step ahead.
Your Trusted Personal Injury Lawyer in New York
Shim Law is here to help. Over the years, we have helped clients cope with the stress that follows an accident. Because of the emotional distress accompanying an accident, hospital engagements, work leave, physical trauma, and the medical bill may feel like they are coming all at once. So, we remove the burden of legal work from your plate so you may direct your efforts to recovery.
We understand how painful the recovery process can be, especially without profound lawyers at your side. Shimun A. Ilyayev, Esq., is the spearhead of this firm, and through years of exhaustive effort, we are bound to provide our clients with personalized services. Our client’s health, future, and peace of mind dictate the strong and optimal legal services we provide to our clients.
Understanding Personal Injury Claims
The personal injury claim process starts when an individual is hurt because of someone’s negligence or wrongdoing. These claim examples include:
- Medical Expenses: Includes all tangible and intangible expenses incurred when the patient is hospitalized, operated on, given medicine, or rehabilitated.
- Lost Wages: Income that is earned but cannot be received because the person is recovering from an illness and is unable to perform work is lost.
- Pain and Suffering: A form of payment awarded for enduring physical discomfort alongside mental frustration.
- Property Damage: The cost required to repair and/or replace damaged property.
- Loss of Consortium: Payment for the effect that damages have on relationships with other family members.
At Shim Law Group, we approach each case with the understanding that behind every injury is a person seeking justice and recovery.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
Car Accidents
If you've been injured in a motor vehicle accident, We're here to help. Our team understands the physical, emotional, and financial challenges you face after a collision. We fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.
Bicycle Accidents
If you've been injured in a bicycle accident, Shalom Law is here to help. We fight for the compensation you deserve, addressing your physical, emotional, and financial challenges.
Truck Accidents
ruck accidents can lead to severe injuries and complex legal challenges. At Shim Law, we are dedicated to helping you navigate the aftermath and secure the compensation you need for recovery.
Construction Accidents
Construction sites are hazardous environments where accidents can cause severe injuries. Shim Law is here to guide you through the legal process and help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents often lead to serious injuries due to the lack of protection for riders. We are committed to helping you navigate the legal complexities and secure the compensation you need for your recovery.
Nursing Home Neglect
Nursing home neglect can have devastating effects on elderly residents, leading to serious injuries or even death. At Shim Law, we are dedicated to holding negligent facilities accountable and securing justice for your loved ones.
Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents can result in serious injuries and complex legal situations. At Shim Law, we are dedicated to helping you navigate the aftermath and secure the compensation you need for your recovery.
Premises Liability
Premises liability cases arise when unsafe conditions on someone else's property cause injuries. At Shim Law, we are committed to holding property owners accountable and helping you secure the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Slip & Falls
Slip and fall accidents can result in significant injuries and unexpected medical expenses. At Shim Law, we are dedicated to helping you navigate the legal process and obtain the compensation you need to recover fully.
Wrongful Death
The wrongful death of a loved one is an unimaginable tragedy that leaves families with emotional and financial burdens. At Shim Law, we are dedicated to providing compassionate legal support and pursuing justice and compensation for your loss.
Workers' Compensation
Workers' compensation provides essential benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. We are dedicated to helping you navigate the claims process and secure the benefits you need for your recovery and financial stability.
How the Legal Process Works
The right information on the legal process may aid in easing some of the burden that comes from any injury. Here’s a glance at what working with Shim Law Group means to you:
- Free Consultation: Every case begins at our office when we hear your story. You will meet face to face with an attorney, not a paralegal, who will go over your case with you.
- Case Investigation: Building a strong case is a complex endeavor. We obtain relevant medical documents, Deposition of witnesses, police records, and pertinent evaluations of experts.
- Claim Filing: All paperwork, including negotiations with the relevant insurers, policies, and deadlines, is complied with in full.
- Negotiation or Litigation: Settlements are the most common resolution for personal injury cases, but we are fully prepared to take the case to trial if it comes to that.
New York Personal Injury Laws You Should Know
As with any other state, New York imposes the following fundamentals regarding personal injury claims:
- Statute of Limitations: A lawsuit must be filed within three years from the date of the injury. This is usually true, except for medical malpractice or cases that involve a minor.
- Comparative Negligence: If you are partially at fault, you may still be liable to receive some damages, but the amount awarded will be lower by your proportionate responsibility.
- No-Fault Insurance: All drivers in New York must first seek reimbursement from their insurance policy (PIP coverage) regardless of whose fault the accident was, and only beyond the realm of blame.
Navigating these laws can be almost impossible due to the endless blame-shifting that insurers resort to. At Shim Law Group, P.C., we unravel these laws in light of your circumstances, allowing you to make choices that best facilitate recovery to improve your health and secure your future.
How Much Is Your Personal Injury Case Worth?
Every personal injury case is different, and the value of a claim depends on several factors, including:
- Severity of the injury: More serious injuries generally result in higher compensation.
- Duration of recovery: Long-term or permanent conditions may entitle you to greater damages.
- Medical costs: All subsequent medical care required in addition to the initial treatment is considered.
- Impact on your ability to work: There is also a loss of income and diminished earning potential, both of which have a significant impact.
- Pain and emotional suffering: These rarely form a significant portion of the value that can be recovered.
- Degree of negligence: If the liable party acted in an outrageous or willfully reckless manner, their damages may apply.
Shim Law Group does not take New York lightly. Each of our personal injury attorneys gives you what your case is worth by performing a comprehensive evaluation, consulting an economist, doctor, and vocational specialists, in addition to taking all case particulars into account.
Steps to Take After a Personal Injury
Every step taken after an accident has the potential to make or break your case. The following is our recommendation:
- Seek Medical Attention Immediately
First and foremost, your life and general well-being are the most important things in this world. Remember that medical care and records will also contribute greatly towards documenting your injury for legal requirements. - Report the Incident
Regardless if it’s a car accident or a workplace injury, you need to report the incident to the relevant authorities and document it officially. - Document Everything
Take photos documenting the scene, obtain witness names, keep receipts, and any form of tangible evidence in your possession, including damaged property, clothing, and personal belongings. - Avoid Talking to Insurance Companies Alone
Insurance adjusters always look to settle older claims faster. Signing documents or providing a statement is not advisable until you can speak with an attorney first. - Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer
It is imperative to seek legal assistance as soon as possible. This allows your lawyer to work on claiming personal injury as fast as possible.
At Shim Law Group, we assist you from day one so you do not make the same mistakes others have made that hurt their claim’s value.
Common Mistakes That Can Hurt Your Injury Claim
Sometimes, even a personal injury case that is valid may be thwarted completely by certain errors. Here are the most vital missteps you should steer clear of.
- Delaying Medical Treatment: Putting off medical help for an extended period might allow insurance companies to use the argument that your injury was not serious or not even related to the occurrence.
- Discussing Your Case on Social Media: Conversations, comments, and photos can be clipped and manipulated in a way that is harmful to your case.
- Ignoring Doctor’s Orders: Noncompliance with the treatment plan results in the loss of credibility for your claim.
- Accepting a Lowball Settlement Too Soon: Insurance companies tend to offer payment too abruptly, as they do not take into consideration the complete extent of your damages.
- Not Consulting a Lawyer Early On: An experienced lawyer will safeguard your interests and ensure that you get the best offers from the beginning.
These are the consequences of not consulting and strategizing early on. Shim Law Group ensures that you do not fall into any of these traps by employing effective legal strategies right from the start.
What to Expect in a Personal Injury Settlement
Even though the legal battles for some are fought and won in court, the majority prefer to cut deals long before ever having their cases heard. It is the individual claiming the personal injury who most often settles for less. Having a good grasp of the process makes everything easier:
- Initial Demand Letter: Without your clinical documentation on hand, we compile an extensive letter detailing your injuries, treatment required, as well as all of your desired monetary compensation.
- Negotiation Phase: In this phase, our lawyers engage in all dialogs with the more than qualified insurance adjusters and the attorneys on the other side.
- Reviewing Settlement Offers: We evaluate all offers made alongside a thorough explanation of their consequences, leaving you to choose freely on your subsequent steps.
- Final Settlement Agreement: At this stage, all the concerns brought up in the previous boundary of negotiation have been settled and recorded.
- Disbursement of Funds: An individual gets his or her part of his or her awarded damages after legal and medical liens are paid off.
Shim Law Group works tirelessly to ensure you’re awarded a settlement that, with utmost precision, extends to all your current and future losses.
Long-Term Impact of Personal Injuries
The effects of personal injuries strike deeper and remain, even when one needs pain and medicine. Knowing chronic pain gives a greater range to calculate the value of the claim further.
- Chronic Pain: Injuries like whiplash or herniated discs may lead to lasting discomfort.
- Disability and Reduced Mobility: Some victims may require lifelong support or accommodations.
- Mental Health Effects: Anxiety, PTSD, and depression are common after traumatic incidents.
- Career Impact: You may need to change jobs or stop working entirely, resulting in lost earning capacity.
- Strain on Relationships: Injuries can affect family dynamics, intimacy, and independence.
Our firm works with medical and vocational experts to fully document these impacts and include them in your claim.
Long-Term Impact of Personal Injuries
Picking the best lawyer has a serious impact on the outcome of your case, and this is why we provide tailored strategies for each client.
1. Client-Centered Representation
At Shim Law Group, we treat them like relatives. Right from the very first meeting and throughout the case, we guarantee client satisfaction through proper communication and focus on case details.
2. Aggressive Legal Strategy
We are willing to negotiate on any fees. This is the most accepted outcome. We compete for our clients, winning them the compensation they deserve through proper negotiation techniques and rigorous case preparation.
3. No Win, No Fee Guarantee
The cool thing about us is that we are willing to accept the risk ourselves. We operate under a contingent fee system. No discrimination based on income level. Everyone has the right to justice.
4. Experienced Legal Team
Our team has the requisite legal training to assist in achieving appropriate outcomes and results, especially in personal injury cases, which are known to be sensitive and delicate
Why Choose Shim Law Group, P.C.?
Picking the best lawyer has a serious impact on the outcome of your case, and this is why we provide tailored strategies for each client.
1. Client-Centered Representation
At Shim Law Group, we treat them like relatives. Right from the very first meeting and throughout the case, we guarantee client satisfaction through proper communication and focus on case details.
2. Aggressive Legal Strategy
We are willing to negotiate on any fees. This is the most accepted outcome. We compete for our clients, winning them the compensation they deserve through proper negotiation techniques and rigorous case preparation.
3. No Win, No Fee Guarantee
The cool thing about us is that we are willing to accept the risk ourselves. We operate under a contingent fee system. No discrimination based on income level. Everyone has the right to justice.
4. Experienced Legal Team
Our team has the requisite legal training to assist in achieving appropriate outcomes and results, especially in personal injury cases, which are known to be sensitive and delicate.
