Syracuse Personal Injury Attorneys

Fighting for People Injured Through No Fault of Their Own

Accidents happen every day, and people are often left seriously hurt. A serious injury can change your life in an instant—physically, emotionally, and financially. You might suddenly find yourself facing massive medical bills, a new disability, weeks off work, and immense pain as a result of your injuries. The road to recovery can be long, and you may never fully return to the life you once had.

While nothing can undo the trauma you have been through, the law offers recourse for people injured because of someone else's negligence. If you were harmed by another person or party's careless, reckless, or wrongful actions, you have the right to file a personal injury claim and seek compensation for your losses.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle

• Catastrophic Injuries — traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe burns, and other life-altering harm
• Car Accidents — injuries caused by negligent, distracted, or impaired drivers
• Truck Accidents — complex crashes involving commercial vehicles and trucking companies
• Premises Liability — slip and falls, unsafe property conditions, and inadequate security
• Wrongful Death — representing families who have lost a loved one due to negligence
• Product Liability — injuries caused by defective or dangerous products

How Insurance Companies Work

Insurance companies present themselves as caring, but in reality they are primarily concerned about their bottom line. To keep profits high, they try to keep payments low. Common tactics include questioning the extent of your injuries, trying to prove you were at fault, and making low-ball settlement offers that do not come close to covering your damages. The insurance companies have lawyers working to protect their interests—you need an experienced injury lawyer protecting yours.

If you attempt to handle a personal injury claim on your own, you risk making critical mistakes that could affect your ability to receive full compensation. Statements made to insurance adjusters, signed releases, and recorded interviews can all be used against you.

Compensation in a Personal Injury Case

The damages in an accident can add up quickly. Personal injury victims may be entitled to recover:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and lost future earning capacity
• Rehabilitation costs and long-term care
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of consortium for family members

Why Choose Cherundolo Law Firm, PLLC?

In addition to our medical malpractice practice, our firm has extensive experience in personal injury law. We understand the processes involved in proving your case and negotiating for the full, fair settlement you are owed. If the liable party's insurance company refuses to settle or offers a low-ball settlement, our accident attorneys are fully prepared to fight for you at trial.