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Understanding Personal Injury Law

Personal injury law allows individuals who have been harmed because of another person's negligence to seek financial compensation. These cases arise when a person or business fails to act with reasonable care and another person suffers injury as a result. Personal injury attorneys represent accident victims and help them recover damages for medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering.

In the United States personal injury claims are governed by state tort law. Victims may pursue compensation through insurance claims or civil lawsuits. Lawyers investigate accidents gather medical records interview witnesses and negotiate with insurance companies. Because insurers often attempt to minimize payouts, legal representation can significantly improve the chances of obtaining fair compensation.

Serious injuries may lead to long term medical treatment disability or permanent changes in lifestyle. Lawyers help ensure compensation accounts for current and future medical costs rehabilitation and lost earning capacity.

Common Personal Injury Cases

  • Car and truck accidents
  • Slip and fall incidents
  • Workplace injuries
  • Defective products
  • Dog bites
  • Medical malpractice

Each type of case requires evidence such as accident reports photographs medical records and expert testimony.

When You Should Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer

Victims should consider contacting a lawyer when injuries require medical treatment or when insurance companies dispute liability. Legal advice is especially important when injuries cause long term disability or significant financial loss.

How the Legal Process Works

  1. Initial consultation and case evaluation
  2. Investigation and evidence gathering
  3. Insurance negotiations
  4. Filing a lawsuit if necessary
  5. Settlement or trial

Cost of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer

Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency fees meaning clients pay no upfront legal fees. Lawyers typically receive between twenty five and forty percent of the recovered settlement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a personal injury lawyer do?

Personal injury lawyers investigate accidents gather evidence negotiate settlements and represent clients in court.

How long do personal injury cases take?

Some cases settle within months while complex cases involving serious injuries may take years.

What compensation can victims recover?

Victims may recover damages for medical expenses lost wages rehabilitation costs and pain and suffering.

Do most cases go to trial?

Most personal injury claims settle before trial through negotiation.

When should I hire a lawyer?

It is best to contact a lawyer soon after an accident so evidence can be preserved and legal deadlines are not missed.


16278 Personal Injury Lawyers Found

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
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Location: Pasadena 91101
Firm: MANIBOG LAW, PC

The Manibog Law, PC story begins over 100 years ago, when a university student in the Philippine, Gonzalo Manibog, accepted an invitation from the U.S. government to continue his university studies in America.  Six year later, in 1917, he received his law degree from the University of Indianapolis, becoming the first Filipino to receive a law degree in the United States.  Gonzalo practiced law in Hawaii, representing neighbors, friends and local families.  His son, Monty Manibog, followed in his footsteps, becoming a lawyer in 1961.  Their legacy continues at Manibog Law, PC a family business led by Darren A. Manibog (Monty's son and Gonzalo's grandson) a 1996 graduate from the UC Berkeley School of Law.  As a third-generation lawyer, Darren witnessed from an early age the impact that the law can have on people's lives, and developed an abiding passion to carry on his grandfather's and father's commitment to service in the law.. A third-generation lawyer, Darren Manibog is the lead litigator and owner of Manibog Law PC, a plaintiff's personal injury law firm which handles catastrophic injury litigation.  Mr. Manibog has successfully represented thousands of clients in major injury cases, including numerous civil trials, arbitrations, mediations and settlements.  Mr. Manibog was named a 2012 Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers magazine as well as a 2011 "Top Attorney" by Pasadena Magazine, and was elected to the elite Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a nationwide honor awarded to less than 2% of lawyers across the nation.   Mr. Manibog received Bachelors of Arts degrees, magna cum laude, in International Relations and Political Science from the University of Southern California, where he was a member of the Student Senate. He received his law degree from the University of California Berkeley School of Law.

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Location: Pasadena 91106
Firm: The Aslanian Law Firm, PC

Greg Aslanian is the founder of The Aslanian Law Group, P.C.  His practice areas include personal injury, workers' compensation, adn trust and probate litigation.  Throughout his years of practice, he has represented both individuals and businesses in litigation arising out of auto/trucking accidents, business disputes and premises liability, leading to claims involving wrongful death, catastrophic personal injuries, wage and hour disputes, harassment, wrongful termination and breach of contract claims.   Prior to forming The Aslanian Law Firm, Greg worked for a prominent national litigation firm, highly regarded and recognized in the insurance defense industry.  There, he defended clients in complex litigation matters on behalf of a multitude of the nation’s largest insurance carriers.  Prior to his time in the insurance defense industry, Greg had worked in Pasadena where he practiced personal injury, general liability, professional liability, employment law and complex business litigation.  While practicing in Pasadena, he was an active member of the Pasadena Bar Associate and earned the distinction of Top Attorney for civil litigation by Pasadena Magazine for several years.  Greg has also been recognized as a SuperLawyer Rising Star from 2018 - 2020.Greg earned his law degree from Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles where he also received the CALI Excellence for the Future award for achieving the highest grade in some of his courses. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree from California State University, Irvine where he was awarded the Dean’s List honor for his academic achievements.. Greg is an active member of the State Bar of California and is admitted to practice before all California state courts and the United States District Court for the Central and Eastern Districts of California.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Glendale 91203
Firm: D & Z Law Group, LLP

Abraham Dervishian, Esq., is a founding partner of D & Z Law Group and one of its lead trial attorneys. Mr. Dervishian began to practice law in 2009 and primarily focuses his practice on Serious and Catastrophic Personal Injury cases, as well as Mass actions against insurance companies for their unfair treatment of their insureds. From the beginning of his career, Mr. Dervishian decided that his calling was to help individuals who have been wronged, whether it be by the government, businesses or other individuals, he has since been committed to put right what once went wrong.. Mr. Dervishian is regularly hired by other law firms to be lead trial counsel on their cases. He has been the lead trial attorney on multiple million+ verdicts for injured clients, several of which have been ranked on the list of Top Verdicts in California. Mr. Dervishian has been recognized by several prestigious organizations in the legal community. Notably, Mr. Dervishian has been selected as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” from 2016-2020. He has been named to the Million Dollar Verdict Club, has been selected as a Super Lawyer in 2021, 2022, and 2023 and was selected as one of the top 100 Up-and-Coming attorneys under the age of 40 by Super Lawyers in 2019.. Prior to starting his own Law Firm, Mr. Dervishian worked as a litigation attorney at other personal injury firms where he began to hone his skills as an Attorney. However, he began to notice that prior to having cases assigned to him to file lawsuits, these firms were not involved enough with their clients and did not pay the requisite attention to their clients and their cases to bring about a better result. Mr. Dervishian realized that this type of care must be taken from the moment a client has retained the law firm. As such, Abraham decided that he can provide superior service to his clients by putting in place the right strategy and skills to move his clients cases forward with the purpose of recovering greater settlements and verdicts. Mr. Dervishian recognized such service cannot be attained individually and would require a team of motivated and likeminded individuals who took pride in their work and genuinely cared about their clients, as such D & Z Law Group recruited the right staff with the right skills to their team in order to bring about their goal of providing excellent client service and attaining the best results for their clients.. Abraham also dedicates a significant amount of time to community service organizations and has volunteered with California’s Parole Advocacy Program and the Public Defender’s office. He is currently the CEO and a Board Member of Miracle Kare 4 Kids, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public on the impact of childhood diseases and providing healthcare for indigent children who have such diseases.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Pasadena 91101
Firm: Thon, Beck, Vanni, Callahan & Powell

EXPERIENCE AND SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITYAs a member of Thon, Beck, Vanni, Callahan & Powell, Mr. Ohanian is focused on representing seriously injured victims and advocating on their behalf. He has handled a variety of cases from inception to resolution, including premises liability, auto accidents and a variety of catastrophic injuries. He is also fluent in Armenian, and serves on the board of the South Bay Youth Sports Network, a non-profit organization that serves underprivileged youths through sports activities. Mr. Ohanian is pleased to represent personal injury clients who seek qualified and professional legal assistance.. RECENT RESULTSWrongful Death: $1,775,000Auto v. Auto: $925,000Auto v. Auto: $525,000Trip and Fall: $500,000Pedestrian v. Auto: $500,000Auto v. Auto: $425,000Government Liability Trip and Fall: $400,000Arbitration Verdict Auto v. Auto: $277,000Auto v. Auto: $220,000Auto v. Auto: $140,000. Raffi H. Ohanian, Esq. is a passionate advocate for his clients. He practices law in the areas of catastrophic personal injuries, product liability, and premises liability.. He was admitted to the California Bar in 2007 after earning his J.D. that year from Southwestern School of Law and a B.A. from Loyola Marymount University in 2004. In law school, Mr. Ohanian was the president of the Armenian Law Students Association and actively involved in the local legal community. While at Loyola Marymount University, Raffi studied at Oxford, England in the honor’s program at Queen’s College.. Prior to joining Thon Beck Vanni Callahan & Powell, Mr. Ohanian was a Senior Associate at a nationally-known, Los Angeles-based law firm. He is now a highly respected and regarded litigator who places his client's needs and interests above all else. He has obtained many positive results for victims of personal injury and handles cases from inception to resolution.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Pasadena 91101
Firm: Seropian Law, A PC

Jacob has devoted his entire legal career to representing plaintiffs in civil court.  His focus is on catastrophic injury, wrongful death, employment, and general litigation, including complex, coverage, and business disputes.. Known for his thorough preparation, judgment, and mastery of detail, he has earned a reputation with his clients and peers for his unmatched dedication to his cases. Jacob has handled hundreds of cases for his clients and their loved ones and has helped them recover over $25 million in verdicts and settlements throughout his career.. If you or a loved one is the victim of someone’s wrongdoing, call us now for a free consultation.  We look forward to helping you achieve the maximum possible result.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
+1 (833) 772-0864
Location: Glendale 91203
Firm: Aydin Law Firm, APC

Elias Aydin, Esq. is the founding and managing attorney of Aydin Law. Mr. Aydin is an experienced personal injury attorney, representing clients throughout the State of California in their fight against insurance companies. Mr. Aydin litigates complex matters, focused on auto accidents, wrongful death, trucking accidents, slip and falls, pedestrian accidents, and more.. Prior to establishing Aydin Law, Mr. Aydin represented major insurance companies, large corporations, municipalities, and school districts, defending them in matters involving auto accidents, premise liability, and worker's compensation. Informed of their strategies, Mr. Aydin has vast knowledge and insight necessary to fight against insurance companies, a tremendous advantage for his personal injury clients. With this extensive experience, Mr. Aydin has repeatedly obtained favorable outcomes for his injured clients.. Mr. Aydin's legal achievements are attributed to his expansive litigation experience, as well as having served as a Judicial Extern in the Los Angeles Superior Court and Legal Extern for the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office, where he prepared legal analysis imperative to the Court's decisions.. Mr. Aydin earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). Thereafter, Mr. Aydin obtained his Juris Doctorate degree and became a member of the California State Bar. Mr. Aydin is admitted to practice law in all California state courts and the United States District Court for the Central District of California. Mr. Aydin is an active member of the Los Angeles Trial Lawyer's Association (CAALA) and Orange County Trial Lawyer's Association (OCTLA).

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+1 (626) 790-1105
Location: Pasadena 91101
Firm: Bonholtzer Law

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (877) 797-0048
Location: Glendale 91203
Firm: Attorneys Incorporated

Our practice areas include representing clients for injuries and property damages sustained as a result of auto, truck, industrial, and other accidents; other bodily injuries; related insurance claims and/or litigation; homeowners’ insurance claims for water or fire damages to clients' residential/commercial buildings, and for damages caused by natural disasters such as flood, wind, wildfire, smoke, ash, etc.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: El Dorado Hills 95762

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5
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Location: Folsom 95630
Firm: The Law Office Of Black & DePaoli

Kelsey DePaoli brings experience to a wide variety of personal injury cases, including vehicle collisions, wrongful death, dog bites, premise liability, public entity liability, and general negligence. Kelsey DePaoli is extremely knowledgeable in personal injury law and is a passionate advocate for the injured. Kelsey has assisted in many trials and is willing to go the extra mile to hold insurance companies accountable. She brings youthful insight, dedication and persistence to provide the justice that our clients deserve. Kelsey takes each case personally and is committed in helping you and your loved ones move forward with your recovery.. Kelsey graduated California State University of Chico with honors in Political Science. She was a member of the National Political Science Academy, she volunteered her time at Self Help Assistance and Referral Program in Butte County helping clients without attorneys represent themselves. In addition she volunteered at Legal Assistance of California, Community Action Volunteers in Action.. Kelsey graduated from Cal Northern School of Law, as well as the prominent Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College. Kelsey enjoys being in a courtroom, and will not hesitate to take a case to trial. Kelsey began her legal career working for the Placer County Attorney Panel as a court appointed Attorney and represented many clients in need.. Kelsey presently serves on the Board of Directors for the Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association, acting as a voice for the California Trial Attorneys. She is involved with the Women in Business group of Folsom, a member of the Folsom Chamber of Commerce and the National College of DUI Defense. Additionally, Kelsey teaches various classes on personal injury law to chiropractors throughout the California area.. Kelsey also volunteered for the Placer County CASA program (Court Appointed Special Advocates), CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to watch over children and advocate for their best interest. These children have been neglected or abused and are in the legal system. Kelsey has spent many years in different capacities helping children in and out of foster care feel safe and work towards permanency in their lives.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: Laguna Hills 92653
Firm: Law Office of Alan A Pace

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Location: Irvine 92618
Firm: Ramona Kennedy Law Offices (Kennedy Law LC) in Orange County

Attorney Ramona Kennedy is a Compassionate attorney who cares and will fight for you.. During the years of her law practice, Ms Kennedy shown proven record for remarkable dedication, great client compassion, patience, attention to details, effective communication skills, noticeable time spent on her cases, outstanding client satisfaction and successful legal outcomes. Attorney Ramona Kennedy has also trained staff who later became Court Clerk or  were admitted into Law Schools.. Some of Attorney Ramona Kennedy’s Present and Past Professional and Legal Membership Associations are: CAALA (California Attorneys Association of Los Angeles); OCTLA (Orange County Trial Lawyer Association); AAJ (American Association for Justice); CAOC : Consumer Attorneys of California ; ABA (American Bar Association); Los Angeles County Bar Association; Orange County Bar Association ;Women's Bar Association; Women's lawyer Group; National Association of Women Lawyers; Orange County Women Lawyers Association OCWLA; American Federalist Society, AILA (American Immigration Lawyer Association). Personal Injury Case Evaluation and Initial Consultations are Free of Charge. To Speak with Attorney Ramona Kennedy You May Contact any of the Kennedy Law Offices (Kennedy Law LC) in Los Angeles County (City of Los Angeles), Orange County (City of Irvine)

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
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Location: Laguna Hills 92653
Firm: Law Offices Of Foroozandeh, APC

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (626) 606-9553
Location: Los Angeles 90035
Firm: Adamson Ahdoot LLP

Defending the Rights of the Injured. Adamson Ahdoot LLP handles a wide variety of personal injury claims and will fight for the compensation you deserve.. As a co-partner in Adamson Ahdoot LLP, I specialize in plaintiffs' personal injury law. Working in personal injury law allows me the opportunity to hold accountable people who have caused harm to others. Oftentimes, the only recourse for people who have suffered injuries is the court system.. At Adamson Ahdoot LLP, we combine the personalized attention of a small firm with the knowledge and expertise of a large firm. We are highly skilled in each of our practice areas, and we handle all aspects of civil litigation, from pre-litigation through trial.. At Adamson Ahdoot LLP, we strive to make sure our clients feel at ease with every aspect of the litigation process. As a result of the personal touch we bring to each case, our clients feel confident they are getting exceptional representation.. I graduated from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles in May 2005 and, after passing the bar exam, I was admitted to the California State Bar in December 2005. Following graduation from law school, I worked as an associate for a boutique plaintiffs' employment law firm in Beverly Hills. My experience working in every aspect of litigation at this firm, from pre-litigation to resolution, proved invaluable and provided me with a strong foundation to build my own practice.. I graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a degree in English, and I received my Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. I am an active member of the California Employment Lawyers Association; Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles; Consumer Attorneys of California, and The American Association for Justice. I am also an alumnus of The Trial Lawyers College. I am admitted to practice in all of the courts of the State of California, and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (626) 606-1092
Location: Los Angeles 90035
Firm: Adamson Ahdoot LLP

Austin G. Ward, Partner, represents plaintiffs in a variety of complex civil cases involving claims of personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, and pharmaceutical-related injuries. Prior to joining Adamson Ahdoot LLP, Mr. Ward honed his trial skills with the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office as a prosecutor, where he secured hundreds of convictions and restitution for victims while handling a fraud special assignment.. Mr. Ward prides himself in helping victims pursue their legal rights and obtain full and complete compensation from insurance carriers, corporate entities, and government agencies that engage in malicious and neglectful conduct. Over his career, Mr. Ward has successfully recovered over 100 million dollars in jury awards and settlements for his clients throughout Southern California, after receiving denials of responsibility in every case.. These cases have included truck and automobile collisions, construction site injuries, defective products, and dangerous conditions of property. Mr. Ward has helped those grieving the loss of a loved one, those suffering amputation of limbs, those enduring the confusion and distress of a brain injury, and those crippled from nerve impingement and chronic pain to recapture compensation for their loss and to help optimize their potential for recovery.. Mr. Ward has been recognized by legal publications and organizations for his dedication to the law and his clients. Mr. Ward has repeatedly been recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star, which recognizes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in California. In 2017, he was a finalist for the coveted Consumer Attorney of California (CAOC) Streetfighter of the Year Award for helping a woman who had fled violence in Guatemala to stay in the United States.. In 2013, Mr. Ward completed an internship with the Honorable Robert L. Wilkins in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Mr. Ward received his law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law with honors as Dean’s Merit Scholar and recipient of the Terry M. Giles Award. Mr. Ward is also a member of the Order of the Barristers. In law school, Mr. Ward was Lead Articles Editor for the Journal of the National Association of Administrative Law Judiciary. While participating in interschool moot court and mock trial teams, Mr. Ward won multiple national and international competitions, receiving the highest honors and multiple individual awards for his oral and written advocacy. During his final year of law school, Mr. Ward was honored with the 2013 “Top Gun” award, given to the top 16 student trial advocates in the nation.. He is a member of the State Bar of California and is licensed to practice law throughout California and is a member of several consumer advocacy organizations and bar associations in California.. Mr. Ward is a proud father and husband. He volunteers as the head coach for a high school mock trial team in Ventura County and enjoys trail running in the Santa Monica Mountains on weekends.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (626) 606-1767
Location: Los Angeles 90035
Firm: Adamson Adhoot LLP

California Personal Injury Attorneys - Vigorously Pursuing Justice for the Injured with. Adamson Ahdoot LLP combines the personalized attention you receive from a small firm with the knowledge and expertise of a large firm, to secure you the best outcome possible. At Adamson Ahdoot LLP, our attorneys are highly skilled in numerous areas of law. We are capable of handling all aspects of civil litigation, from the inception of the case through trial.. We Put People FirstAs a full-service plaintiffs’ civil litigation firm, Adamson Ahdoot LLP handles cases from pre-litigation through trial. We handle a broad spectrum of cases, including car accidents, premises liability, traumatic brain injuries, dog bites, wrongful death, and more.. At Adamson Ahdoot LLP, we have the knowledge and experience to handle any case. Each of our personal injury lawyers is well-versed in the nuances of California law, and we know how to obtain the outcome you deserve.. Alan Ahdoot graduated from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles in May 2005 and, after passing the bar exam, was admitted to the California State Bar in December 2005. A co-partner in Adamson Ahdoot LLP, Alan specializes in plaintiffs' personal injury and consumer law.. Alan has extensive experience in a wide variety of cases, from automobile collision and lemon law cases, to catastrophic injury and wrongful death. Working in these areas affords Alan the opportunity to directly impact people's lives by helping them in situations where they feel helpless. Alan is a tireless advocate for his clients, and is especially adept at negotiating and litigating aggressively.. Alan graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a degree in Sociology, and received his Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. He is an active member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Alan is admitted to practice in all of the courts of the State of California, and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: Latham 12110
Firm: The Rehfuss Law Firm, P.C.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: Troy 12180
Firm: Bonnie P. Chavin, Esq.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
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Location: Latham 12110
Firm: O'Connor & Petromelis LLP

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
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Location: Latham 12110
Firm: Anderson, Moschetti & Taffany PLLC

Ms. Effman was a former Rennselaer County District Attorney and former Rensselaer County Public Defender, with experience in handling both the prosecution and defense side of criminal matters.  Ms. Effman handled low level crimes through all violent felonies including felony assaults and murder cases.  In addition Ms. Effman worked as in house counsel handling a wide variety of personal injury related matters.  She has successfully tried numerous criminal and civil cases to verdict in the state courts. Ms. Effman has also successfully argued cases before the Appellate Division Third Department and the New York Court of Appeals.. Ms. Effman currently holds an Of Counsel position with Anderson, Taffany, Moschetti, PLLC and dedicates her practice to personal injury and criminal matters, including, medical malpractice, auto accident cases, slip and fall cases, labor law matters, premise liability, motor cycle accidents, and nursing home negligence.. In her spare time, Ms. Effman enjoys time with her family and friends as well as skiing.

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