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An accident on Staten Island can leave you facing medical bills, time away from work, and a lot of uncertainty. A Staten Island personal injury lawyer with Shulman & Hill can investigate what happened, explain your options, and pursue compensation while you focus on healing. Contact us online or call 212-221-1000 today to schedule a free consultation with our experienced attorneys.
Why Choose Shulman & Hill
Shulman & Hill Injury Lawyers has a proven track record of helping accident victims in NYC get the compensation they deserve.
- We’re New Yorkers representing New Yorkers—we have offices in all five boroughs, keeping us centered in our community and helping us reach those who need our help the most.
- With over a decade of fighting and winning for New Yorkers, no case is too significant, complicated, or challenging for our trusted personal injury attorneys.
- Many of our team members have been honored as Super Lawyers, including partner Alex Shulman, who has been recognized by the organization each year since 2017.
- Exceptional client service is our priority. We’re committed to giving our clients a personalized and attentive experience while working hard to maximize their results.
Reach out today to schedule a free consultation. We charge no upfront fees for our services; you won’t owe us anything unless you win.
Hear from One of Our Clients:
“I recently had the opportunity to aquire the services of Shulman & Hill Law Firm for a accident which I was involved in I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised by the experience. From the moment I reached out, the staff was friendly and understanding, which made a stressful situation feel a bit easier.
The lawyer ( Amina Hoque) assigned to my case was knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything to me in simple terms. Overall, I had a positive experience with this firm’s services. They made the whole process much less intimidating, and I would definitely recommend them to anyone in need of any type of assistance. ( whether it’s legal, personal, etc…)”
– Nicol W.
Compensation Our Staten Island Personal Injury Team Can Pursue
Your potential compensation depends on the severity of your injuries and how they affect your life. Some accident-related injuries can be severe, resulting in a need for both immediate and long-term medical care. Damages from your injuries are categorized as either economic or non-economic.
Economic Damages
Strictly financial expenses and losses related to your injuries are considered economic damages. Common examples of economic damages include medical expenses, lost income, lost future earning potential, and more.
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages compensate for losses that don’t have a specific monetary value, but still greatly impact your quality of life, such as pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and emotional distress.
Wrongful Death Damages
If your loved one dies from their injuries after an accident, your family can seek damages for wrongful death, including funeral and burial expenses.
Our Staten Island Personal Injury Lawyers Take Cases on Contingency
Hiring an experienced lawyer gives you the best chance of securing a full settlement for your injuries. Our team offers free consultations and handles personal injury cases on contingency, allowing us to get to work immediately without charging any upfront fees.
If you don’t recover compensation, you won’t owe us anything. If you win your case, our payment will come from a percentage of your award, ensuring you never pay out of pocket for our services.
Staten Island Personal Injury Cases: Common Examples
Our Staten Island personal injury lawyers are experienced in taking on cases involving a wide variety of different accidents and circumstances, including:
Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you were in an accident involving a car, truck, or motorcycle, you might be eligible to seek compensation by filing a lawsuit against the potentially at-fault party.
Premises Liability Cases
If you are injured in a slip and fall or similar accident because of a property owner’s neglect, our Staten Island personal injury lawyers can help you pursue a premises liability claim.
Pedestrian Accidents
While pedestrian accidents can occur anywhere, you may have a higher chance of getting into an accident if you live in a densely populated area. If you’ve been hurt in a Staten Island pedestrian accident, our attorneys can help.
Work-Related Accidents
Generally, workers injured on the job in New York State can seek compensation by filing a workers’ compensation claim. However, in some work injury cases, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit for additional compensation.
Wrongful Death
After an injury victim is killed in an accident because of someone else’s negligence, surviving family members can pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim.
“Hiring a true local firm like Shulman & Hill is crucial because we know the intricacies of New York’s legal and insurance systems inside and out. Our deep roots in the community mean we have established relationships with local courts and experts, which helps us build stronger cases and secure faster, fairer settlements. We understand the common tactics insurance companies use here and can anticipate challenges specific to New York accidents, giving our clients a clear advantage.”
Alex Shulman,
Founding Partner
NY Laws That May Impact Your Case in Staten Island
It’s important to know how certain state laws can affect your Staten Island personal injury claim. Some key laws impacting the legal process include:
Statute of Limitations
New York typically has a three-year deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit after getting hurt in an accident. While there are some exceptions, getting started on your case as soon as possible is vital. Evidence is strongest immediately after an accident, and failing to file on time will end your chances of recovering compensation.
New York’s Comparative Negligence Law
Some states restrict injury victims from recovering compensation if they’re partially responsible for the accident. New York’s pure comparative negligence standard allows anyone to recover damages after an accident as long as someone else is even the slightest bit to blame. However, your available damages will be decreased proportionally to your share of liability.
The Importance of Working With a Personal Injury Law Firm in Staten Island
Filing a personal injury lawsuit can involve many steps and tasks. Our Staten Island personal injury lawyers can give your case the attention to detail it deserves. From investigating the accident and preserving evidence to dealing with insurers and—when necessary—trying your case, our team handles every step so you can focus on recovery.
We coordinate medical documentation, consult experts, calculate full damages, and press for fair settlement—if the insurers refuse to settle, we’re not afraid to take your case to trial and fight for a verdict that gets you the compensation you deserve.
Shulman & Hill Is Here to Help You Get Justice—Contact Us Today
If you’ve been hurt in an accident on Staten Island, our experienced legal team is ready to help you win a settlement that fairly compensates you for your injuries. We’ve recovered over $700 million in verdicts and settlements for New Yorkers like you.
We’ll work hard to maximize your results while treating you with the individual attention and compassion you deserve. Call us today at 212-221-1000 or schedule your free consultation online to get started.
