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Personal Injuries occur when a person is harmed due to the negligence or fault of another.  The injured party must be able to prove that the injuries they suffered are due to the lack of reasonable care or wrongful conduct of others.


Copyright Ronald C. Burke, Esq. 2009
Kelner & Kelner  has obtained recoveries exceeding $1,000,000 in more than 100 personal injury cases involving automobile accidents, product liability cases, medical malpractice, and many other areas. The firm has achieved some of the most notable results in New York State history. The firm won a $27.6 million jury verdict for our client, Bernard Harvey, a construction worker who sustained brain damage. After appeal, this case resulted in the highest affirmed personal injury recovery in the state's history, $14.3 million ($16.5 million including interest). Kelner & Kelner also obtained for our client, Frank Driscoll, a $35.6.million jury verdict, now on appeal. The verdict obtained for Raul Martin, $23 million, was, at the time, the highest ever in Queens County.

The most common kinds of
personal injury claims in
New York are:

Slip & Fall
Automobile Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Public Transportation Accidents
Defective & Dangerous Products
Dog Bites
Pedestrian Accidents
Construction Accidents

Victims of personal injury in
New York may be
compensated for:

Physical Pain and Suffering
Emotional Distress
Lost Wages
Medical and Hospital Expenses
Disability
Loss of Enjoyment of Life
Wrongful Death
Loss of Parental Guidance
Loss of Financial Support of
Parents or Spouse





In New York, it is important to file a claim as quickly as possible.  There is a rule of law called the Statute of Limitations which limits the time to file your complaint.  Moreover, prompt attention to your case will ensure an opportunity to preserve any available evidence which may be crucial to prove your lawsuit.  If you believe your injuries are due to the negiligence or fault of another, call or email our law offices as soon as possible.

RONALD C. BURKE
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