Personal Injury Lawyer

Accidents are a fact of life. Yet, when one does happen, you may feel distracted and overwhelmed by the fallout. Besides the injury itself, you’re dealing with lost time from work, costly medical bills, and a damaged vehicle. You undergo constant rehabilitation for pain and suffering. You struggle to take care of your home and daily tasks, and to enjoy your favorite activities. As time goes by, you may become anxious about your ongoing disability, and the strain it puts on your financial security and quality of life.

If you have suffered a serious accident on Long Island, you can trust the personal injury attorneys of the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP, to take care of you. Our experienced accident lawyers have recovered millions of dollars for our clients. We will pursue every dollar you deserve for a personal injury that came from an accident that was not your fault.

Our law partners and associates have more than 100 years of combined experience. They are supported by a skilled team of associates and support staff. Furthermore, attorney Richard Jaffe has a background as an EMT (emergency medical technician) and firefighter. This gives him a firsthand understanding of what you or your family suffered in your auto accident or other traumatic event. He reports your claims for damages to reflect that reality.

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When Should I File a Personal Injury Claim?

It is best to get legal help as soon as possible after an injury. That way, your attorney can start the personal injury claim process and begin an independent investigation while evidence is still fresh. Regardless of the time that has passed since your injury, you should consult the Long Island accident lawyers at the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP.

In most personal injury cases, the statute of limitations in New York is three years. However, some types of claims – particularly those against governmental agencies – demand swifter actions. The time limit for giving notice in these types of lawsuits can be as short as 90 days. In any event, the sooner you get help from a personal injury lawyer, the better.

Types of Compensation you May Recover in a Personal Injury Lawsuit

All injury cases are unique. The types and amounts of compensation you may recover will depend on your specific circumstances. That said, some types of compensation are common among victims of serious personal injuries. These include payments for:

Medical bills – This encompasses emergency treatment, surgery, hospitalization, prescriptions, and assistive devices (like a wheelchair). It also covers other expenses, such as rehabilitation and physical therapy. This should include all past and future medical costs related to your injury.

Lost wages – This includes income you lost due to missed time from work. You may be entitled to lost wages even if you were able to take sick leave or other paid time off. You may recover more money if your injuries cause lasting impairments that limit the amount or type of work you can do in the future.

Pain and suffering – Serious injuries often cause severe pain and mental anguish. Your compensation may include money to compensate you for the suffering you endure because of your injuries.

Property damage – This includes compensation to repair or replace any of your property that was damaged in the accident. For example, your car, motorcycle or personal belongings may need repair.

Punitive damages – In exceptional cases, you may be entitled to punitive damages. These punish a wrongdoer for egregiously reckless or careless behavior.