Frequently Asked Questions

We handle a wide range of cases in the courts throughout New York State, including injuries caused by:

And many more.

Our team is available 24/7 to evaluate your potential claim. Every accident is different, and each case depends on specific facts, including the cause of the accident, the injuries you sustained and available evidence.

Contact Barry Injury Law today for a free case evaluation.

The value of a personal injury case depends on numerous factors, including:

Barry Injury Law has nearly 20 years of experience aggressively pursuing maximum compensation for injured clients throughout New York.

In most New York negligence cases, a plaintiff has three years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. However, there are shorter deadlines and additional notice requirements for certain cases, such as actions against municipalities and school districts, and cases involving wrongful death claims.

Speaking with experienced counsel as soon as possible after an accident is critical to ensure your case is properly investigated and filed on time.

After an accident, you can take certain actions to greatly help your potential case. It is highly recommended you:

Remember—you are under no legal obligation to speak with any insurance company representative without first speaking to your attorney. Insurance adjusters do not work for you, but rather the party potentially responsible for causing your accident and related injuries. Let your lawyer speak and advocate on your behalf from the very start of your case.

While you are not required to hire a lawyer, an experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the beginning of an insurance claim, investigate your accident, identify responsible parties, file a lawsuit in the appropriate court and maximize your compensation through settlement or verdict.

Barry Injury Law only gets paid if we win your case. You pay nothing unless compensation is successfully recovered for your injuries.

If there is no recovery, you will never receive a bill for legal fees or case expenses.

The timeline of a personal injury case depends on several factors, including the severity of injuries, the insurance companies involved, whether litigation is required, and whether the case proceeds to trial.

Whether a case takes months or years, Barry Injury Law remains committed to pursuing the strongest possible outcome for every client.

For a number of reasons, over 99% of cases will settle before trial. However, at Barry Injury Law, we thoroughly prepare each and every case as if it may go to trial—this ensures we are always prepared to deliver the best possible settlement or trial results for our clients. Further, we have successfully tried cases in courts throughout New York State, so you can rest assured we are fighting for your rights.

We will fight to recover the highest possible cash award for:

New York follows comparative negligence laws, meaning an injured person may still recover compensation even if partially at fault for an accident. Any compensation awarded may be reduced based on the percentage of fault assigned.

Every case is different, and speaking with an experienced attorney is important.

Barry Injury Law recommends speaking with an attorney before providing statements to insurance companies. Insurance adjusters often attempt to minimize the value of claims and protect the interests of their insured and the insurance carrier.

The firm can communicate and negotiate with insurance representatives on your behalf.

With nearly 20 years of litigation experience, Barry Injury Law provides:

The firm is committed to maximizing compensation while providing responsive and strategic representation throughout every case.

Contact our office for a free consultation. We will work around your schedule to fully evaluate your potential claim, answer any questions you may have and explain your legal options, with absolutely no obligation.

“The GOAT” — meaning “Greatest of All Time” — is a nickname that developed organically among many clients and colleagues over years of courtroom advocacy and serious injury litigation throughout New York.

For Barry Injury Law, “The GOAT” is more than a nickname. It reflects the standard of preparation, communication, and aggressive representation the firm strives to bring to every case.