Buffalo Personal Injury Lawyer News

Product Liability Lost Wages

Published on: December 9, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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Defective products can look safe and modern but fail when they are most needed.

If you have been injured by a defective or poorly-designed product, you could be entitled to significant compensation. However, no two cases are exactly the same. Proving that your brakes malfunctioned, for instance, requires a different type and range of evidence than establishing that a retailer misrepresented a warranty. No matter the circumstances, though, serious accidents can have serious consequences, often leaving victims short on savings and unable to work.

You do not have to pay the price for an accident that was not your fault.

Compensation for Medical Bills

Published on: December 2, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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Do Your Due Diligence

You could be entitled to file a product liability lawsuit if you have been injured by a product that was in some way defective. However, your rights come with certain stipulations. In New York, the state statute of limitations dictates how long you have to lodge a legal claim against the person or party who caused your accident. If you wait too long to contact an attorney and begin putting your case together, the statute of limitations could lapse, and once it does, you may not be able to file a lawsuit at all.

Save Your Medical Records

Cost of Hiring a Product Liability Lawyer

Published on: November 25, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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A product liability lawsuit is a legal claim filed against the maker, manufacturer, or retailer of a defective product. Even compared to other types of personal injury actions, product liability lawsuits tend to be complex. They are, for instance, often reliant on technical evidence and expert insight that is not always available for free, and which sometimes costs massive amounts of money to obtain and interpret.

In short, litigating a product liability lawsuit can be as expensive, time-consuming and complex. However, this does not mean that hiring an attorney is unaffordable. A recognized U.S. News & World Report Best Law Firm, the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. has spent decades fighting for the rights of accident victims in Buffalo and throughout Upstate New York. We know that, after an accident, your physical health and financial well-being take priority, which is why we do not ask our clients to pay upfront for our services.

Here is what you need to know about:

Hiring a Product Liability Lawyer

Published on: November 18, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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5 Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Product Liability Lawyer

Many personal injury lawyers accept product liability claims, but not all attorneys have the same experience. Product liability lawsuits almost always involve high stakes, not just for you, but for the defendant, too. Afraid of setting a precedent that could come at a cost, companies will often pour resources into a strong defense, doing everything in their power to ensure that your case does not open the floodgate for more settlements and court-ordered awards.

You should never try to cut corners with a product liability claim, but your chances of success could come down to your choice of lawyer. Choosing the right attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you will make, and it must often be done even before filing a lawsuit.

NY Pedestrian Accident FAQ

Published on: November 10, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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Pedestrian accidents are on the rise nationwide.

After an accident, though, understanding and asserting your rights is not always easy. Even if you have the foundation of a rock-solid case, questions about insurance coverage, liability, and damages could turn your lawsuit upside-down. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and answers about pedestrian accidents in New York state:

Who is At-Fault in a Pedestrian Accident?

What is a Product Liability Lawsuit?

Published on: November 4, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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You should never have to pay for an accident that was not your fault, but filing a personal injury lawsuit is not always straightforward.

Suppose you have been involved in a car crash or a slip-and-fall accident. In that case, you may already have a rough idea of what to do next: call the police or ask for a manager, contact the at-fault party’s insurance company, and then reach out to an attorney if you need help obtaining evidence or negotiating a better settlement.

But what happens if you have been injured by a product that you purchased?

The Basics of No-Fault Insurance

Published on: October 29, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

shutterstock_2688146369-300x200 New York is a no-fault insurance state.

If you are involved in an accident, you are entitled to file a claim with your own insurance provider. As a general rule, causation does not factor into no-fault claims. Even if you are found at fault, your carrier must still provide benefits up to a certain limit.

The limitations on no-fault insurance claims and recoveries can make it difficult to rebuild after a serious accident. However, lawmakers know that standard no-fault policies are not always enough. If your case meets certain standards, you could be entitled to file a personal injury lawsuit against the person or party who caused your accident.

What Can An Orthopaedic Surgeon Do For Your Personal Injury?

Published on: October 22, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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Serious accidents often lead to serious injuries.

A variety of factors determine the severity of an injury. These factors can, in turn, influence the course and length of your recovery. If you have sustained a fracture, a broken bone, or damage to a joint, there is a good chance treatment will entail more than a one-and-done visit to the emergency room. You may even have to sit down for a consultation with an orthopedic surgeon or other medical specialist.

Orthopedic Doctors And Your Personal Injury Claim

What can a Pain Management Doctor do for your personal injury?

Published on: October 14, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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Serious accidents can have life-altering repercussions.

If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, filing an insurance claim and talking to a personal injury lawyer is often just the beginning of a long, drawn-out process.

Even if you are confident that someday you will be fit enough and ready enough to resume your ordinary routine, traumatic injuries have a bad habit of hounding survivors for much longer than most anyone would anticipate. Physical pain can be both debilitating and disabling. In some cases, it could persist for years after an accident, serving as an ever-present reminder of a time you would rather move past than be reminded of every day.

What can a Physical Therapist do for your personal injury?

Published on: October 8, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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You cannot always pick yourself up after an accident, dust off your clothes, and go back home to an ordinary life. If you have been seriously injured, recovery may not be a guarantee. Going back to your old self is a process that could take weeks, months, or even years of hard work and sacrifice.

Everybody’s roadmap to recovery is different, but most people who have been hurt in a traumatic accident will eventually be steered toward physical therapy. Falling under the broader, more general category of “physical rehabilitation,” physical therapy is a hands-on approach to managing injuries, reinvigorating damaged muscle, and regaining your pre-accident range of motion.

Physical therapy is often an integral component of recovery but it is also expensive.