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Can a provable mental condtion like PTSD from a car accident be considered part of "pain and suffering". (in NYC)

Yes, PTSD can qualify as a "serious injury" thereby entitling your wife to an award of damages for pain and suffering if you have the right proof. I just settled a case involving PTSD as the only injury. I was able to find another New York case directly on point which held that PTSD could be considered a "serious injury". You need to show significant treatment and limitations related to the PTSD. John Harwick, Esq. www.hackermurphy.com

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I fell down, sprained my neck in my rented townhouse when the floor became flooded, I am searching for a personal injury lawyer

Why did they reject the claim? Why did the townhouse flood? I am a lawyer in Albany, NY who handles personal injury claims like yours. You have 3 years to sue.

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Should I sue for a permanent personal injury that took place nearly two years ago?

I think you need a lawyer's help. Your friend's insurance carrier should provide you with fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering. I think you will get more if you have a lawyer. I have handled similar cases, the majority of which settle without going to court. Also, if you settle on your own, be careful because your own health insurance carrier may ask for money from your settlement if it paid accident related expenses. A lawyer could resolve this for you....

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I was in an accident where I was injured with a city truck and I'm currently been treated for it can I win this case

You should consult with an attorney immediately. There are very short deadlines to bring a personal injury claim against a city or municipality. You need to bring a claim within 90 days of the accident or your potential claim may be time barred and you could recover nothing. Whether or not you will win depends on the facts of the accident and your injuries. More information is needed to evaluate the case, but the first step is to immediately have a NY lawyer file an appropriate notice...

What is the No Fault law in NYC? (For car accidents)

For a New York car accident , you can only recover damages for pain and suffering if you can prove that you have a "serious injury" as defined by the no-fault statute, Insurance Law Section 5102(d) which reads: "'Serious injury' means a personal injury which results in death; dismemberment; significant disfigurement; a fracture; loss of a fetus; permanent loss of use of a body organ, member, function or system; permanent consequential limitation of use of a body organ or member; significant...

Seeking personal injury attorney in New York

You have three years from the date of the accident to commence a lawsuit. Your case should be put in suit immediately. You need new lawyer. John Harwick, Esq. www.hackermurphy.com

Personal injury

It really depends on what your injury is. You should search for a local reputable lawyer to evaluate your case.

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Personal injury claim.

You should consult with a lawyer in Georgia. Most injury lawyers offer a free initial consultation. You should see what they think your case is worth. A lawyer can often get more for an injury compared to an unrepresented claimant.

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