Personal Injury Lawyer in Westchester County

When you suffer an injury due to someone else’s negligence, the path forward can feel overwhelming. Medical bills accumulate, lost wages mount, and the physical and emotional toll weighs heavily on you and your family. At Parker Waichman LLP, we understand what you’re facing. Our personal injury attorneys in Westchester County have spent decades helping injured individuals and families recover the compensation they deserve.

Whether your injury resulted from a car accident, a slip and fall on someone else’s property, a construction site mishap, or medical negligence, we bring extensive experience and proven results to your case. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our team of 20+ attorneys has recovered over $2 billion for clients across all types of personal injury claims, and we’re ready to fight for you.

Why Choose Parker Waichman LLP for Your Westchester Personal Injury Claim

When you hire a personal injury attorney, you’re making one of the most important decisions of your recovery process. You need a firm with the experience, resources, and track record to maximize your compensation. Parker Waichman LLP delivers on all fronts.

Our founding partner, Jerrold S. Parker, has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury Litigation since 2010 and holds a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating—the highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards. Our team includes multiple attorneys named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 list, and we’ve earned recognition from Super Lawyers, the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, and other prestigious legal organizations.

Beyond accolades, our results speak for themselves. We’ve secured settlements and verdicts that reflect the true value of our clients’ injuries:

• $10 million settlement for a Canadian family who suffered catastrophic injuries, including brain damage and multiple fractures, in a collision with an overturned tractor-trailer
• $2.025 million settlement for a construction worker who fell from a scaffold and required multiple surgeries, resulting in permanent disability
• $4.5 million verdict for a 50-year-old who tripped over a sidewalk stanchion and sustained multiple fractures requiring several surgeries
• $3.51 million settlement for individuals who suffered severe injuries in a major car crash caused by a negligent driver

We maintain seven office locations throughout the region, including dedicated service to Westchester County. Our contingency fee model means you never pay upfront costs—we only collect a fee if we win your case. This aligns our interests with yours: we succeed when you succeed.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Westchester

Personal injuries take many forms, and each requires a tailored legal strategy. Our attorneys handle the full spectrum of personal injury claims in Westchester County.

Car & Motor Vehicle Accidents

Car accidents happen in seconds but can change lives forever. Whether you were hit by a negligent driver, struck in a multi-vehicle collision, or injured by an uninsured motorist, we investigate thoroughly to establish liability and pursue maximum compensation. We handle claims involving rear-end collisions, intersection accidents, drunk driving incidents, and distracted driving cases. We understand New York’s no-fault insurance system and know how to navigate it to your advantage.

Slip & Fall and Premises Liability

Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors. When they fail—leaving hazards unrepaired, failing to warn of dangers, or neglecting maintenance—injuries result. We represent clients injured in slip and fall accidents caused by wet floors, uneven surfaces, inadequate lighting, ice and snow hazards, and other unsafe conditions. We hold property owners accountable for their negligence under premises liability laws.

Construction Accidents & Workplace Injuries

Construction accidents on work sites are inherently dangerous. When workers are injured due to falls from height, equipment failures, scaffold collapses, electrocution, or violations of New York’s strict Labor Law protections, we fight to recover full compensation. New York’s Labor Law Sections 240 and 241 impose special liability on owners and contractors for elevation-related injuries, often holding them responsible even if they weren’t directly supervising the work.

Medical Malpractice

When healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, patients suffer devastating consequences. We represent individuals harmed by surgical errors, misdiagnosis, medication errors, birth injuries, and hospital negligence. Medical malpractice cases are complex and require deep knowledge of medical standards and New York’s procedural requirements. Our attorneys have the expertise to pursue these challenging claims.

Wrongful Death

The loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence compounds grief with financial hardship. Our wrongful death attorneys represent families who have lost a family member in fatal car accidents, medical negligence incidents, workplace accidents, or other circumstances involving negligence. While no amount of money can replace your loved one, we work to secure compensation that honors their memory and supports your family’s future.

How Personal Injury Law Works in New York

Understanding the legal framework governing your claim helps you appreciate the work our attorneys perform on your behalf. New York personal injury law is built on the concept of negligence.

To recover compensation in a personal injury case, you must establish four elements: (1) the defendant owed you a duty of care, (2) the defendant breached that duty through negligent conduct, (3) that breach caused your injury, and (4) you suffered damages as a result. Our attorneys investigate your accident thoroughly, gather evidence, and build a compelling case demonstrating each element.

New York follows a comparative negligence rule, which means you can recover compensation even if you were partially at fault for your injury. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, but you’re not barred from recovery entirely. This is important: even if you bear some responsibility, you may still have a viable claim.

The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in New York is three years from the date of your injury. However, claims against municipalities (like the County or City) have much shorter deadlines—often requiring a Notice of Claim within 90 days. This deadline is critical; if you miss it, you lose your right to sue. We recommend contacting an attorney immediately after your injury to protect your rights and preserve evidence.

In auto accident cases, New York’s no-fault insurance system applies. This means your own insurance covers your medical expenses and lost wages up to your policy limits, regardless of who caused the accident. However, if your injuries are serious enough, you can step outside the no-fault system and pursue a claim against the at-fault driver for additional damages, including pain and suffering.

What Compensation Can You Recover

Personal injury compensation falls into several categories, each addressing different aspects of your loss.

• Medical expenses represent the most straightforward category. This includes all reasonable and necessary medical treatment: emergency room visits, hospitalization, surgery, physical therapy, medications, medical equipment, and ongoing care. We pursue compensation for both past medical expenses and future medical care you’ll require as a result of your injury.
• Lost wages compensate you for the income you lost while recovering from your injury. If your injury prevents you from returning to work, or if you must accept lower-paying work due to your limitations, we pursue compensation for lost earning capacity—the difference between what you earned before your injury and what you can earn going forward.
• Pain and suffering damages compensate you for the physical pain, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life resulting from your injury. These damages are subjective but significant. A severe injury that causes chronic pain, limits your activities, or prevents you from enjoying hobbies and relationships warrants substantial pain and suffering compensation.
• Permanent disability or disfigurement damages address lasting changes to your body or abilities. If your catastrophic injury leaves you with permanent scarring, loss of limb, reduced mobility, or chronic pain, you deserve compensation reflecting that permanent impact on your life.
• In wrongful death cases, family members can recover compensation for their pecuniary losses—the financial support the deceased would have provided—as well as funeral and burial expenses.

In limited circumstances involving particularly egregious conduct, punitive damages may be available. These damages punish the defendant and deter similar conduct by others.

Our Personal Injury Process

We believe in transparency and keeping you informed throughout your case. Here’s how we work with you from initial consultation through resolution.

Your case begins with a free initial consultation. During this meeting, we listen to your story, ask detailed questions about your injury and circumstances, and explain your legal options. There’s no obligation, and everything you share is confidential. We evaluate whether you have a viable claim and what compensation you might reasonably expect.

If you decide to retain us, we immediately begin investigating your case. We gather police reports, medical records, witness statements, and physical evidence. We may hire accident reconstruction experts, medical experts, or other specialists to strengthen your case. This thorough investigation forms the foundation of your claim.

Once we’ve gathered evidence, we determine liability—who was at fault for your injury. We then contact the at-fault party’s insurance company and begin negotiations. We present our evidence, explain the strength of your claim, and demand fair compensation. Many cases settle during this negotiation phase.

If the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, we prepare your case for trial. This involves additional discovery, expert depositions, and trial preparation. We’re experienced litigators prepared to present your case persuasively to a judge and jury.

Throughout this process, you pay nothing up front. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning our fee comes from your settlement or verdict. If we don’t win, you don’t pay. This arrangement ensures we’re fully invested in maximizing your recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Claims

Contact Parker Waichman LLP for Your Free Westchester Personal Injury Consultation

If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, don’t wait. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can begin investigating your case and protecting your rights. Call Parker Waichman LLP today for a free, confidential consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney.

Our lawyers serve Westchester County and the surrounding areas from our multiple office locations. We’re available 24/7 for emergencies and understand that injuries don’t happen during business hours. Whether you call during the day or late at night, we’re here to help.

During your consultation, we’ll listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain your legal options. You’ll learn what compensation you might expect and what we can do to help you recover. There’s no obligation, and everything you share is confidential.

Schedule Your Free Consultation Today. Let Parker Waichman LLP fight for the compensation you deserve.

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DISCLAIMER:

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique and depends on specific facts and circumstances. The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you need legal advice regarding your specific situation, please contact an attorney.