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Rochester, NY 14623
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Finkelstein & Partners, LLP – Winning Serious Injury Lawsuits Since 1959

You are heading towards the Marketplace Mall on a Saturday morning, and a car exiting Crittenden Road T-bones your car. Your car spins around, you strike another car, and then your car abruptly stops. You are amidst fast-moving traffic, and your first instinct is to get out of the way. You make your way to the side of the road and pull over, and the other driver does the same.

Your first instinct was good, getting out of the way of traffic to ensure you were not injured any more seriously. Before leaving your vehicle, you contact the police to inform them of the accident. The other driver exits their car and immediately begins accusing you of causing the accident. However, you know you had the right of way. This is not the time to argue with the other driver. Your best option is to advise the other driver the police have been notified.

While waiting for law enforcement, exchange names, license plate numbers, and insurance information with the other driver. Do not dispute their account, and do not apologize in any manner. Only advise them you will wait for the police to arrive.

Once you have provided the police on the scene with relevant information, you head immediately to the emergency room. Your back is sore, your head hurts, and you have other aches and pains which you are uncertain of their origin. You need to seek immediate medical attention.

Once you have seen a physician and returned home, you need to contact a Rochester car accident lawyer immediately. Contact Finkelstein & Partners, LLP, and schedule a free consultation.

Find out if Finkelstein & Partners, LLP Is the Right Firm for You

When you need help pursuing an insurance claim following a Rochester car accident, you want to work with lawyers who have experience. Finkelstein & Partners, LLP has the experience and the determination to help.

These things make our firm unique:

• A commitment to clients—We always treat clients like family
• Open communication—Clients know who to call to get status updates
• Not afraid of insurers—Our company is small enough to offer personalized service to clients but large enough to take on big insurers

Finkelstein & Partners, LLP has spent more than six decades aiding those who have suffered an injury through no fault of their own.

Some of our successes include:

• $13.5 Million Awarded to a Car Accident Victim – Unanimous Jury Vote
• $13.5 Million Settlement Passenger in a Motor Vehicle Accident
• $8.9 Million Settlement 50-Year-Old Victim of an Automobile Collision

We cannot guarantee that your car accident claim will be so successful, but we share these with you to ensure that you understand we have dealt with various car accident claims since 1959.

What You Can Expect: Rochester Car Accident Compensation

We never anticipate getting into a car accident. In New York, we are bound by the no-fault insurance statutes, which can further complicate claims. No-fault rules state that anyone involved in a car accident should file their claim with their own insurer.

However, there are instances when someone may go outside the no-fault system, including:

• When the accident caused the victim to suffer an injury that left them unable to perform everyday activities for 90 days or more
• When the victim has suffered a broken bone
• When a victim’s scars or disfiguration from the accident is considered permanent and significant
• When there is permanent damage to an organ or other bodily part
• When a victim suffers substantial restriction of the use of a body system function

These factors will affect the compensation you can seek following an accident. Other factors, including your age, recovery time, and long-term outlook, will also make a difference.

There are various types of compensation Finkelstein & Partners, LLP can seek on your behalf, including:

• Wages you lose—Whether you are out of work for one month or a more extended period, you will suffer wage losses. These losses accumulate and may include lost bonuses, overtime, and other benefits.
• Medical costs—Victims are often forced to pay high co-pays, seek attention outside their insurer’s networks, or pay for specialized tests or treatment. You should not bear the brunt of these costs when your injuries result from someone else’s negligence.
• Other out-of-pocket expenses—There may be additional expenses you are forced to incur due to your injuries. Some of these may include in-home nursing care, home modifications, hiring someone to perform your daily household chores before your injury, rehabilitation costs, and more. These can all be included in your claim.

These are all economic losses. However, your claims may also include non-economic losses, such as loss of enjoyment of life, mental anguish, pain, and suffering. Many factors will determine what other non-economic losses your lawyer thinks can be included in a Rochester car accident claim.

At Finkelstein & Partners, LLP, we are committed to doing everything possible to get you the maximum settlement following a car accident. We will review your entire case, ensure the cause of the accident is thoroughly investigated, and hold all responsible parties accountable for their negligence.

Unique Features Creating Danger on Rochester Roadways

Rochester residents enjoy unparalleled access to universities and some of the most popular cultural spots, including:

• Rochester Museum and Science Center
• Seneca Park Zoo
• Strong Museum

Other aspects of living in this area make it an excellent place to live, work, and raise a family. The current commute time for most residents of Rochester is slightly under 20 minutes. You may not know that upwards of 70 percent of the population is of driving age—a remarkable number.

Rochester area auto accident victims represent one-third of all emergency room visits. This accounts for 5,280 people seeking attention at an emergency facility following a car accident in one recent year. Failure to yield, speeding, and operating under the influence are common reasons traffic accidents occur on our roadways. Under these circumstances, you should not have to bear the financial burden of an accident when you were not at fault.

You have only three years to file a claim after an accident. If you do not contact an attorney as soon as possible after an accident, you could lose your ability to hold the responsible party liable for your losses. We make sure to meet all deadlines to ensure the statute of limitations does not expire before a lawsuit is filed if one is necessary.

At Finkelstein & Partners, LLP, we hold the responsible party financially accountable.

Accident and Injuries in Rochester Roadway Accidents

Everyone has different experiences with Rochester car accidents.

Some of the types of accidents that may occur on Rochester roadways include:

• Rear-end collisions—In most cases, driver inattentiveness, driving too closely, or speeding causes these avoidable crashes.
• T-bone crashes—These collisions can cause untold harm to drivers and passengers. In most cases, these accidents occur when a driver fails to yield the right of way or drives through an intersection and strikes another driver.
• Head-on collisions—Some of the most dangerous accidents and the most likely to end with fatalities are head-on wrecks. These accidents can only occur when one driver is in the wrong lane.

Unfortunately, no matter what type of Rochester car accident someone is involved in, there is a potential for serious injury. Since injuries often depend on vehicle size and speed, the spectrum of injuries is broad.

Some may include:

• One or more broken or crushed bones
• Burn injuries
• Head and neck injuries, including whiplash
• Back and shoulder injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Bruising and abrasions
• Internal organ damage and soft tissue injuries

While some of these injuries may seem minor, in some cases, victims can suffer life-long problems after an injury in a car accident. What may seem insignificant can have a devastating impact on a victim’s future.