Personal Injury Law

Fierce Advocacy When You Are Hurt. Dedicated to Your Recovery.

If you were injured due to someone else's negligence, Baltazard Law Office will fight to secure the compensation you need to heal and move forward.

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A serious accident can change your life in a single second. Dealing with medical bills, lost wages, and insurance adjusters while trying to physically recover is a heavy burden. At Baltazard Law Office, we take that burden off your shoulders.

We aggressively investigate your accident, negotiate with insurance companies, and prepare every case as if it is going to trial in the Westchester County courts.

Our personal injury practice handles a wide range of negligence cases, including

Car & Motor Vehicle Accidents

Representing drivers, passengers, and pedestrians injured on New York roads and highways.

Car accidents

Motor vehicle collision injuries from single or multiple vehicle accidents, hit-and-run cases, and rear-end collisions. We investigate fault, obtain police reports, negotiate with insurance, and represent clients through settlement or trial.

Slip and Fall (Premises Liability)

Holding property owners accountable for dangerous conditions, broken sidewalks, slippery floors, and inadequate maintenance.

Truck accidents

Accidents involving commercial trucks with catastrophic injuries, high liability exposure, and substantial damages. We handle complex trucking regulations and commercial driver requirements, and negotiate with trucking company insurers.

Construction Site Accidents

Fighting for injured workers under New York's strict labor laws.

Motorcycle accidents

Injuries from motorcycle crashes, often severe due to lack of vehicle protection. We handle motorcycle-specific laws, dispute common biases against motorcyclists, and maximize recovery.

Wrongful Death

Seeking justice and financial security for families who have lost a loved one due to negligence.

Bicycle/pedestrian accidents

Injuries to cyclists and pedestrians hit by vehicles, which typically involve clearer liability. We gather eyewitness testimony, obtain traffic surveillance footage, and hold drivers accountable.

Slip and fall (premises liability)

Injuries from hazardous conditions on someone else's property, including wet floors, poor maintenance, and lack of warnings. We investigate property conditions, obtain maintenance records, and hold property owners responsible.

Store/restaurant injuries

Accidents in commercial establishments, including unsafe floors, negligent maintenance, and dangerous conditions. We sue on premises liability grounds and hold businesses accountable for patron safety.

Defective products

Injuries caused by defective or dangerous consumer products, including design defects, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings. We pursue product liability claims and manufacturer accountability.

Dog bites

Injuries from dog attacks. In New York, owners are typically liable regardless of prior incidents. We gather medical evidence, obtain animal control records, and pursue homeowner insurance claims.

Wrongful death

Claims when death results from someone else's negligence. We represent family members and pursue maximum recovery for the loss of a loved one, loss of companionship, funeral expenses, and lost future earnings.

Nursing home abuse/neglect

Elder abuse, neglect, or mistreatment in assisted living or nursing facilities. We investigate facility records, obtain expert testimony, and hold facilities accountable for resident safety and dignity.

All cases on contingency

No upfront costs, no hourly fees: you pay only if we win (33% fee).

Common Questions

Yes. New York uses comparative negligence. You can recover even if you are 50% or more at fault. Example: if you are 20% at fault and the defendant is 80% at fault, you recover 80% of your damages.

Don't wait. New York has a 3-year statute of limitations. After 3 years, you cannot sue. Evidence disappears and witnesses move. Contact us within months, not years.

It depends on the severity of your injury, medical expenses, lost income, clarity of liability, and insurance coverage. We provide a realistic estimate during your consultation.

Probably not. About 90% of cases settle before trial, but we prepare every case for trial.

You have options: uninsured motorist coverage (through your own insurance), underinsured motorist coverage, or a personal judgment against the defendant.

Don't accept without our review. First offers are typically 30-50% of fair value. Insurance companies count on quick acceptance. Once you accept, your case is closed.

Your Recovery is Our Priority

Personal injury cases are time-sensitive under New York law. Contact us today for a free case evaluation. We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we recover money for you.