General Personal Injury Representation
Fierce advocacy for victims of severe negligence in New York City.
Why You Need a Personal Injury Attorney
A serious injury caused by someone else's negligence can turn your world upside down. Whether you were injured on a construction site, slipped on a dangerous property, or suffered due to a defective product, the path to recovery is often hindered by corporate defendants and their insurance companies who refuse to take responsibility.
Personal injury law is complex. Building a successful case requires a deep understanding of New York premises liability, labor laws, and tort regulations. At Hawlader Law, we possess the resources and tenacity to take on powerful entities, proving negligence and securing the maximum financial recovery for your damages.
Damages We Fight For
Past & Future Medical Bills
Full coverage for ER visits, ongoing therapies, surgeries, and specialized medical equipment.
Loss of Earning Capacity
Compensation if your injury prevents you from returning to your trade or advancing your career.
Permanent Disability
Securing long-term financial stability for life-altering, catastrophic injuries and disfigurement.
Pain & Suffering
Recovery for the physical agony and severe emotional trauma caused by the incident.
Steps to take after an injury:
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Report the Incident
Notify the property owner, store manager, or site supervisor immediately. Request a copy of the written report.
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Seek Emergency Care
Document your injuries immediately by seeing a doctor. A gap in treatment can severely hurt your claim.
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Gather Evidence
Take photos of the exact defect or hazard that caused your injury before it gets fixed or cleaned up.
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Contact Legal Counsel
Do not speak with the property owner’s insurance or sign any waivers before speaking to us.
Legal Strategy
Proving Negligence in New York.
To win a personal injury lawsuit, you must prove that the defendant’s negligence directly caused your injuries. Simply getting hurt on someone else's property does not automatically guarantee compensation.
Establishing Notice
In premises liability cases (like slip and falls), we must prove the property owner either created the hazard or had "actual or constructive notice" of it and failed to fix it in a timely manner. We aggressively subpoena maintenance records and surveillance footage to prove they knew about the danger.
We work with industry-leading accident reconstructionist, medical experts, and economists to build an airtight case that proves the defendant's breach of duty and the full extent of your damages.
Protect Your Claim
Protecting You From Corporate Tactics.
Commercial property owners, construction companies, and their insurers have powerful legal teams ready to deflect blame. They will often try to settle your claim quickly before you realize the true cost of your injuries.
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Do not sign an incident report blindly.
Ensure the report accurately reflects what happened. Never sign a waiver of liability.
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Beware of early settlement checks.
Accepting a check from an insurer often waives your right to seek further compensation later.
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Do not post about your accident on social media.
Defense attorneys will scour your social media to argue your injuries aren't as severe as claimed.
Allow Hawlader Law to act as your shield against these corporate tactics.
Our Experience
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
Slip, Trip & Falls
Holding landlords and businesses liable for wet floors, icy sidewalks, broken staircases, and inadequate lighting.
Construction Accidents
Fierce advocacy under NY Labor Law 240/241 for scaffolding falls, falling objects, and severe workplace safety violations.
Premises Liability
Claims involving negligent security, collapsed ceilings, elevator malfunctions, and general unsafe conditions in buildings.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Holding negligent drivers, trucking companies, and other responsible parties accountable for car, truck, motorcycle, and other motor vehicle accidents that cause serious injuries or losses.
Dog Bites & Attacks
Pursuing compensation from negligent pet owners for severe lacerations, nerve damage, and emotional trauma caused by animal attacks.
Wrongful Death
Compassionate yet aggressive representation for families seeking justice and financial security after the fatal loss of a loved one.
Knowledge Base
Frequently Asked Questions
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Generally, the statute of limitations for personal injury in New York is three years from the date of the accident. However, if your claim involves a municipality or government agency (like a city bus or public sidewalk), you may have as little as 90 days to file a Notice of Claim. Do not wait to seek counsel.
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In New York, if you are found to be partially responsible for your accident (for example, you were texting while walking before tripping on a broken sidewalk), you can still recover damages. However, your total award will be reduced by your assigned percentage of fault.
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In most cases, Workers' Compensation prevents you from suing your direct employer. However, if your injury was caused by a "third party" (such as an equipment manufacturer, a subcontractor, or the property owner), you can pursue a personal injury lawsuit against them in addition to your Workers' Comp claim. This is especially common in construction accidents.
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Secure Your Future. Hold Them Accountable.
We have the resources to take on large corporations and the dedication to give your case the personal attention it deserves. Let's start building your case.