You were hurt — and now you're up against an insurance company built to pay you as little as possible. Segal Law Firm fights to get you the money and the care you actually deserve.
For over three decades we've represented people across New York against the country's biggest insurers and corporations — in crashes, on unsafe property, at work, in hospitals, and after defective products. You don't pay us a dollar unless we win.
What "personal injury" really means
Personal injury law lets you recover money when someone else's carelessness — a person, a company, or a government agency — causes you harm. Anytime someone had a duty to act safely and didn't, and you got hurt because of it, you may have a claim.
Recovery breaks down into economic damages (medical bills, lost wages, out-of-pocket costs) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment, permanent disfigurement).
What you may be entitled to recover
- Medical bills (past & future)
- Lost wages & earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Rehabilitation & therapy
- Disability & disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
What to do right now
The first 72 hours matter more than most people realize.
Get medical care today
Adrenaline hides injuries. A gap in treatment is the #1 thing insurers use to cut your settlement.
Document everything
Photos of the scene, your injuries, the hazard. Names of witnesses. Every bill, prescription and missed pay stub.
Don't talk to their insurer
Recorded statements are used to twist your words and shrink your claim. Send them to us.
Call Segal — free
We'll explain your rights, the deadlines that apply, and what your claim is actually worth.
Why injured New Yorkers choose Segal
We take on the insurers
Lowball offers, recorded statements, surveillance, social-media digging — we know the playbook and push back hard.
Trial-ready from day one
Insurers settle higher when they know your lawyer will actually try the case. We prepare every file like it's going to a jury.
Same-day attorney answers
You speak directly with an attorney — not a screener. Calls and texts returned the same day, every day.
You focus on healing
We coordinate medical liens, no-fault paperwork, lost wages and out-of-network bills so your only job is to get better.
The clock is already running.
Claims involving a government entity can require notice in as little as 90 days. Evidence disappears fast.
The cases we fight
Personal injury covers more than you think
Serious & catastrophic injuries
Brain injuries, spinal damage, paralysis, amputation, severe burns — cases that demand full life-care valuation, not a fast settlement.
Slip, trip & fall
Wet floors, broken sidewalks, dark stairwells, icy entrances. We prove who actually failed to keep the property safe.
Construction & workplace
Falls from heights, scaffold collapses, machinery accidents. Injured workers often have rights well beyond Workers' Comp.
Medical malpractice
Surgical errors, missed diagnoses, birth injuries, medication mistakes. These cases need expert review and a lawyer ready to take on hospitals.
Defective products
Faulty machinery, recalled medical devices, dangerous drugs. We trace the chain from manufacturer to seller.
Motor vehicle & pedestrian
Car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle and pedestrian crashes. Insurers move fast — we move faster.
Wrongful death
When negligence takes a loved one, surviving family can recover for medical costs, lost support, and loss of guidance.
Civil rights & negligent security
Police misconduct, false arrest, assaults on poorly-secured property. When your rights are violated and you're hurt, you have a claim.
Frequently asked
Answers before you call
How much does it cost to hire Segal Law Firm?+
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee — you pay only if we recover money for you. Consultations are always free, and we advance all case costs.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?+
Deadlines vary by the type of case. Most personal injury claims in New York must be filed within a few years, but claims involving a city or state entity often require a formal notice within just 90 days. Call us early so we can confirm the deadline for your situation.
What is my case worth?+
Value depends on the severity of your injuries, medical costs past and future, lost income, long-term impact, and how clear the other side's fault is. After we review the facts we give you an honest range — not a sales pitch.
Will I have to go to court?+
Most personal injury cases settle before trial. But we prepare every case as if it will go in front of a jury — that's what gets insurance companies to pay full value.
What if I was partly at fault?+
You can usually still recover, even if part of the blame falls on you. Insurers love to inflate that percentage, so it's important to have an attorney push back early.
What if the person who hurt me has no insurance?+
There are often other sources of recovery — your own uninsured/underinsured coverage, an employer's policy, or a property owner's coverage. You're frequently more protected than you realize.
Contact
Hurt in New York? Let's talk today.
Free consultation. No fee unless we win. Call now or send us your details.