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The Cost Of Hiring A Dog Bite Lawyer In New York: How We Know You Can Afford An Experienced Attorney

Published on: December 17, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

12-17-24-dog-bite-300x200 Far too many people think that experienced legal representation always comes at an unaffordable price. However, you do not have to pay a premium for a dog bite lawyer. You may not have to pay anything at all.

Dog bite lawyers know that most clients cannot afford high hourly rates or massive flat fees. We understand that medical treatment for your injuries may be costly.

So, instead of only representing New Yorkers with big bank accounts, personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. You do not pay anything upfront and we will not send you a bill unless we win your case.

5 Tips To Find The Right Dog Bite Lawyer For You

Published on: December 11, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

1. Understand Your Rights

Every state sets its own rules and expectations for pet owners.

In New York, the legal criteria for filing, fighting, and winning a dog bite claim is usually determined by a combination of the following factors:

What To Expect During A Dog Bite Trial In Upstate New York

Published on: November 26, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

11-26-24-Trial-300x195 Every dog bite trial in Upstate New York differs in its details, but most will consist of the following steps:

1. Filing Your Claim

Before a New York State court can schedule a trial, you need to file a lawsuit.

10 Things You Should Do After Being Bitten By A Dog

Published on: November 21, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

1. Seek Immediate Medical Attention

Your priority should always be your physical well-being.

Dog bites are not only painful, but they have the potential to inflict serious and potentially life-threatening complications. Even if you’re familiar with the dog that bit you, most doctors will recommend receiving a rabies shot.

How To Get Compensation For Wrongful Death After A Drowning Accident

Published on: November 12, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

11-12-24-Wrongful-Death-300x200 Drowning Accidents and Wrongful Death Damages

Standing in Wrongful Death Claims

In New York State, only the executor of the decedent’s estate has standing to file a wrongful death lawsuit. The executor is the person, or party, who has been nominated to initiate probate, manage estate assets, and distribute inheritances. Executors are often nominated in a last will and testament, but they may be appointed by a surrogate’s court if no will and testament was executed.

How To Obtain Compensation For Emotional Distress After A Drowning Accident

Published on: November 5, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

The Legal Definition of “Drowning” is More Expansive Than You Might Expect

People often make the mistake of presuming that a person who has drowned is a person who has passed away. However, drowning is not always a fatal occurrence. In both medicine and law, the term “drowning” is used to describe respiratory impairment caused by submersion in water or another liquid.

Nonfatal drownings can have serious repercussions. Drowning-related complications include, but are not limited to, the following:

How to Get Compensation for Lost Wages After a Drowning Accident

Published on: October 29, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

10-29-24-Drowning-sign-300x250 Drowning accidents can have far-reaching consequences.

Unlike the sort of intense physical trauma inflicted in a car crash, the impact of drowning can be much more subtle, affecting survivors in ways that aren’t always easy to see from the outside looking in. These seemingly “invisible” symptoms can present stark difficulties, turning routine tasks into real challenges.

In New York, anyone who suffers serious injuries caused by another person’s negligence could be entitled to compensation.

Obtaining Compensation For Pain and Suffering After A Drowning Accident

Published on: October 23, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

Drowning Accidents

Drownings may be a leading cause of accidental death, but they are not always fatal.

Medical professionals typically define “drowning” as any form of respiratory impairment caused by submersion in liquid. In other words, any person who struggles to breathe after inhaling water is technically drowning, even if they do not pass away or lose consciousness.

How To Get Compensation For Medical Bills After A Drowning Accident

Published on: October 8, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

10-8-24-money-troubles-300x200 Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death across the United States, but most drownings are non-fatal. However, even when a drowning incident doesn’t end in death, recovery does not always end after resuscitation. Even when survivors seem fine, risks abound.

Here are five steps you should take to protect your finances after an accident:

Seek Immediate Medical Attention

5 Steps to Take After a Child Drowning Accident

Published on: September 24, 2024 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

1. See the Doctor and Follow Through on Referrals

Drowning isn’t always deadly, but even non-fatal accidents can have lifelong repercussions.

Although few parents are willing to take chances when it comes to their child’s chances of recovery, managing the aftermath of a traumatic incident isn’t easy. Even if you’ve already taken your child to the hospital, your next steps may be uncertain. Doctors don’t always consider family finances, and the recommendations you’ve received—for therapy, physical rehabilitation, or expensive prescription medications—could cost more than most New Yorkers can afford.