Personal Injury
Auto Accidents
If you are injured in an automobile accident it is important to have an experienced lawyer by your side right away. Insurance adjusters will often try to convince you to settle your claim before you obtain representation, even if you are still treating for your injuries. You should not communicate with the insurance company of the other driver. Your also need a lawyer to immediately investigate the facts – talk to witnesses, take pictures and do all that needs to be done to establish liability.
It is also important to have an attorney to help you navigate obtaining no-fault benefits, which includes payment of your medical bills, lost wages and necessary expenses incurred as a result of the accident.
At the Law Offices of Lee Greenstein we have a vast amount of experiencing in representing clients who have been injured in an automobile accident. Your case will be negotiated to obtain the best settlement possible. If the insurance company will not agree to pay you fair value for your injuries, then we are prepared to take your case to a jury.
An automobile accident can be a traumatic event – getting hurt, having to repair or replace your vehicle, missing work, dealing with bills. We will provide you with the information you need, and let you focus on taking care of your health, and getting your life back to normal as fast as possible.
Injuries do not always reveal themselves right away. Knee, back and neck injuries often take a day or two or more to result in significant pain, when the adrenaline and anxiety of the event fade. Certain injuries - like RSD and Traumatic Brain Injuries - often go undiagnosed, or even mis-diagnosed. If you have been in a motor vehcile accident you should consult with counsel to insure that your right to make a claim is protected.
Bicycle and Motorcycle Accidents
As an avid road cyclist, I know the dangers of riding a bicycle. Drivers often are not attentive to bicycle riders and getting struck by a car can result in serious injuries that can not only keep you off your bicycle for a significant period of time, but often keep you out of work with significant injuries. The same is true for motorcycle riders who are struck due to automobile driver inattentiveness.
At the Law Offices of Lee Greenstein we have a vast amount of experiencing in representing clients who have been injured in an automobile accident. Your case will be negotiated to obtain the best settlement possible. If the insurance company will not agree to pay you fair value for your injuries, then we are prepared to take your case to a jury.
A motorcycle or bicycle accident can be a traumatic event – getting hurt by a car or truck is frightening, missing work, dealing with bills. We will provide you with the information you need, and let you focus on taking care of your health, and getting your life back to normal as fast as possible.
Dog Bites
Dog owners who have a pet who has bitten or attacked a person or other animal, or has demonstrated a vicious propensity with aggressive behavior, is legally responsible for the injuries caused if their dog bites or attacks a person. We have represented numerous clients who have suffered the trauma of being attacked by a vicious animal and who sustain serious, often permanent, injuries. It is common for dog bites to result in permanent scarring. Fortunately, homeowner’s insurance, and sometimes renter’s insurance, will cover the damages that result from a dog attack. We can help you get the compensation you deserve for an unwarranted dog attack.
Construction Accidents
The New York State Labor Law has several sections that are very favorable to workers. The laws are written to provide a remedy for injured workers by placing the responsibility for worker safety on more than just the employer. One section – Labor Law 240 – provides strict liability against landowners and general contractors, in most cases, when a worker falls from a ladder, scaffold, roof, or other place with any significant height.
We work with engineers, economists and other experts to establish liability and obtain the settlement or verdict you deserve for an injury from a serious construction accident.
Unsafe Premises
Landowners, businesses, homeowners and municipalities are all responsible to maintain their premises in a safe manner, and avoid creating dangerous conditions: after a storm ends ice and snow must be removed from walkways, sidewalks, entrances and other common areas; holes, deep cracks and other damage must be remedied, or a warning or protection must be provided; supermarkets, shopping malls and other retailers must keep areas where customers walk free of debris, electrical cords or other unexpected items that may cause unsuspecting shoppers to fall over.
Injuries from fall down incidents can be serious – fractured ankles, torn knee ligaments, back and neck injuries, to name a few. If you have fallen and been seriously hurt, call our law firm to get an assessment of whether you have a claim worth pursing.
False Arrest / Police Abuse
Civil rights litigation is one of the most difficult areas of law upon which to base a damages claim, but also one of the most important as a United State citizen – challenging the inappropriate exercise of police power. Lee Greenstein has represented clients in many high profile false arrest cases and is considered one of the preeminent civil rights lawyers in the Capital District.
Wrongful Death
Nothing is more painful than unexpectedly losing a loved one. It is even more difficult and traumatic when a death occurs because of somebody’s negligence. While money cannot replace the loss, you may wish to seek justice for the uneccessary death or may be compelled to do so in order to maintain financial security. The next of kin of the deceased may be entitled to damages for the deceased’s pain and suffering prior to the death, or to be compensated for the lost income that loved one would have produced over the course of his or her lifetime.
It is always best to call and get information about your options if such a loss occurs. Call for a free consultation to learn what if anything can be done when confronted with an untimely death.
Medical Malpractice
Like any professional, doctors make mistakes. Often such mistakes leave patients with life-long unfortunate consequences. Making a claim against a medical professional can be a difficult battle as insurance companies often use their vast resources to protect a doctor’s reputation.
If you feel you have been mistreated and a serious injury results call our law firm. We work with medical experts to determine if you have a case, and will fight for you if you do.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
A simple concussion is considered a head injury, and while most people go onto heal within a few weeks or months, others can develop life-long problems. A Traumatic Brain Injury results when the axons that connect the brain with the skull never fully heal. Like a football player or soccer player who has received too many blows to the head, regular folks can sustain similar problems from an auto accident or fall down injury or any number of traumatic events.
If you are experiencing headaches, dizziness, memory lapses, nausea, sensitivity to light or noise, focus or concentration issues, you may have a simple concussion, Post-Concussion Syndrome, or a Traumatic Brain Injury. These cases require an attorney with knowledge about the science, and experience with professionals and litigating these very serious claims.