Legal Question in Personal Injury in New York

fall on sidewalk

My 77 year old mother fell on a sidewalk in front of a store about a block from my house getting off a bus. She fell down hit here head and hurt her ancle. someone helped her up and she proceded to walk the short block home and them had problems walking after that. She went to the doctor that afternoon who sent her to a radiology lab to have a cat scan and x-ray on the ancle. We just received the results and the head is ok and the ancle is not broked but is still swollen and black and blue the doctor referred her to a orthopaedic. The sidewalk is in terrible need of repair where she fell and I was wondering if we had any receourse considering there is no one except my mom to say that she fell there. Thanks


Asked on 11/28/08, 2:33 pm

5 Answers from Attorneys
BIKHMAN & VINBAYTEL PC LAW OFFICES

Re: fall on sidewalk

Dear Sir/Madam:

Upon reading the facts contained in your question it is our opinion that your mother may have a case against the homeowner and/or the city where the property is located. Please contact me directly at 7183760216 to discuss this matter.

Very truly yours,

Igor Vinbaytel, Esq.

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Answered on 11/28/08, 2:48 pm
Robert Roemer Robert Roemer

Re: fall on sidewalk

yes- there is a potential case -if you want my assistance in persuing it e-mail me your phone #at my e-mail address. robert roemer

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Answered on 11/28/08, 2:50 pm
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: fall on sidewalk

She very well may have a case, however this would be dependant on the level of injury and in front of what type of location did she fall... Feel free to call me at 877.229.3394 and selecting to speak to me, lead attorney carlos gonzalez

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Answered on 11/28/08, 8:56 pm
Pasquale Calcagno Calcagno & Associates, PLLC

Re: fall on sidewalk

I am very sorry for your moms terrible ordeal. It appears as though she has a case but I need more information. Kindly contact me, Pasquale Calcagno, Esq. for a free consultation at 1(800)WE-FIGHT. I have convenient locations all over New York City and New York State. Additionally, if she is unable to come to our offices we can send a lawyer to her. I look forward to aggressively representing your interests and getting you the money you deserve. Time is of the essence if the city or municipality is involved so do not delay.

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Answered on 11/29/08, 1:02 am

Re: fall on sidewalk

Your Mom will be the witness in her own action and testify to what happened. Such evidence alone can be enough to win a case. A witness helps, but is not necessary. The extent of her injuries determines the possible money amount recovered. The more serious the injury, the higher the amount as fair and adequate compensation. Good luck. Best, M. E. Zuller

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Answered on 11/30/08, 8:32 pm


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