Legal Question in Personal Injury in New York

I was hit by a car in novemeber 2011, I did not break a bone or suffer any serious injury, but all my medical expenses was paid for under the no fault law.

I am self employed skin massage therapist and I find it diffullt and very uncomfortable to perform massages as I find I am in pain with a herinated disc which causes alot of pain. I have not suffered any injury to my back until the car hit me. I did have a lawyer for a year and half, who decied to drop my case, because of the serious injury law, so i still have a case, should I still pursue it. This is in the state of New York


Asked on 2/15/13, 1:18 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

If you have a true herniated disc, with verified impingement, you should pursue the case. Call me for a referral. Good luck.

Read more
Answered on 2/15/13, 1:22 pm
Michael Krigsfeld William Schwitzer & Associates, P.C.

You have 3 years from the date of accident to file suit. A complete review of your medical records is necessary too determine if you meet the serious injury threshold requirement. I would be glad to discuss your case with you. For an absolutely free consultation please contact me at 917 596 2021 or by email at [email protected].

Yours truly,

Michael Krigsfeld, Esq.

Read more
Answered on 2/15/13, 1:42 pm
Steven Czik CZIK LAW PLLC

If the facts are as you state, then I believe you should. We have substantial experience handling these types of cases, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.

CZIK LAW PLLC

401 Greenwich Street

New York, New York 10013

212.413.4462

[email protected]

The information provided by Czik Law PLLC (CLP) is for general educational purposes only. There is no attorney-client relationship established by this communication and no privilege attaches to such communication. CLP is not taking and will not take any action on your behalf and will not be considered your attorney until both you and CLP have signed a written retainer agreement. There are strict deadlines, called statutes of limitation, within which claims or lawsuits must be filed. Therefore, if you desire the services of an attorney and decide not to retain CLP on terms acceptable to CLP, you are advised to immediately seek the services of another attorney.

Read more
Answered on 2/15/13, 2:33 pm

Presumably, you had some diagnostic test yielding positive results. An MRI perhaps? If you have been treating for the back condition, there is some chance your injuries might rise to the level of "serious" under the insurance law. Consult a lawyer with all medical documentation. VTY, M. E. Zuller

Read more
Answered on 2/16/13, 8:07 am


Related Questions & Answers

More Personal Injury Law and Tort Law questions and answers in New York