Buffalo Personal Injury Lawyer

We fight for victims of personal injuries to get the compensation they deserve.

Every year, thousands of Buffalo residents get seriously injured in preventable accidents, including car crashes, slip-and-falls, workplace injuries, medical malpractice, and more. If someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you shouldn’t be facing financial ruin. At Steve Boyd, PC, we work closely victims in Buffalo and the surrounding area secure maximum settlements to cover medical care, lost income, and the all the other personal tolls an injury takes.

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2969 Main Street Suite 100
Buffalo, NY 14214
Phone: (716) 641-3238

What is Included in Buffalo Personal Injury Settlements?

Medical Expenses

Medical costs from injuries can pile up quickly – ranging from emergency treatment and surgeries to rehab and follow-up appointments. You should never be stuck with astronomical medical bills due to someone else’s negligence.

Lost Wages & Future Earnings

Many injuries mean time off work – and for some, a permanent change in employment. Your personal injury claim needs to cover both short-term losses and any long-term impact on your ability to earn a living.

Pain & Suffering

Your pain, daily struggles, and reduced quality of life may not be visible, but they are significant. Every compromise in your standard of living needs to be accounted for in your personal injury claim.

Types of Buffalo Personal Injury Cases We Handle

Car Accidents

We help Buffalo car accident victims recover full compensation for injuries, vehicle damage, and lost wages.

Truck Accidents

Collisions with commercial trucks cause devastating injuries – we hold negligent drivers and companies accountable.

Medical Malpractice

When medical professionals make mistakes, we fight for justice and the compensation you need to move forward.

Wrongful Death

We support grieving families in Buffalo with compassionate legal action after a preventable, fatal accident.

Defective Product Injuries

If a dangerous product caused your injury, we’ll go after the manufacturers and sellers responsible.

Drunk Driving Accidents

We pursue aggressive claims against drunk drivers who put lives at risk and caused serious harm.

Slip and Fall Accidents

From icy sidewalks to unsafe store floors, we handle fall injuries caused by negligent property owners.

Motorcycle Accidents

Were you injured in a motorcycle crash? We’ll fight for maximum compensation from at-fault drivers and insurers.

Construction Accidents

We represent injured construction workers and site visitors harmed by safety violations and hazardous conditions.

Pedestrian Accidents

When vehicles hit pedestrians, we stand up for victims’ rights and seek full financial recovery.

Premises Liability

Whether it’s poor lighting, lack of security, or unsafe conditions, we hold property owners liable for injuries.

Rideshare Accidents

We handle complex claims involving Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare services to get you paid what you deserve.

Why Choose Steve Boyd, PC as Your Buffalo Personal Injury Attorney?

For more than two decades, Steve Boyd, PC has fought and won cases to help individuals in Buffalo and across Western New York earn rightful compensation after an injury. We handle the legal legwork while you focus on healing – and we never back down from insurance companies trying to minimize your claim.

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Let’s talk about your case and what it will take to get your life back on track.

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is it to win a personal injury lawsuit?

Winning a personal injury lawsuit depends on your ability to prove negligence from the at-fault party and the damages you suffered. Success in personal injury cases often depends on how quickly you seek medical care and document your injuries. With clear evidence (and an experienced personal injury lawyer), many cases result in favorable outcomes.

However, there are many challenges along the way. Insurance companies use strong negotiation tactics to limit payouts, making it essential to have a skilled lawyer on your side.

What is classified as a personal injury in New York?

In New York, a personal injury case involves any harm to your body, mind, or emotions caused by someone else’s negligence or recklessness. Common injury cases involve car accidents, slip and falls, pedestrian accidents, premise liability, medical malpractice, and more. Workplace injuries and defective product claims may also fall under this category, depending on the situation. Personal injury law is very broad, and a lawyer can help determine if your case qualifies.

What is a good settlement offer?

While there is no set amount, a “good” settlement offer should cover all your current and future medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and other hardships you faced from the accident.

It should reflect the full impact the injury has had on your life – not just your out-of-pocket expenses. An experienced attorney will help you evaluate whether the offer provided by the at-fault party’s insurance company truly accounts for long-term needs like ongoing care or disability. If it falls short, they’ll negotiate aggressively or take your case to court.

Who gets paid first in a personal injury settlement?

Before you receive your portion of the settlement, liens and legal fees are typically paid first. This usually includes your attorney’s contingency fee (which is commonly a percentage of the total settlement), any unpaid medical bills, and reimbursement to insurers if they covered your treatment. Once those obligations are satisfied, the remaining funds are released to you.

How long do most personal injury cases take to settle in New York?

Personal injury cases are all unique – and so are the timelines. Generally speaking, most personal injury cases in New York settle within 6 to 18 months. However, more complex cases involving serious injuries or liability disputes can take longer, especially if they go to trial. The timeline depends on how cooperative the insurance company is and how quickly medical treatment progresses.

How often do insurance companies settle out of court in New York?

The overwhelming majority of personal injury claims in New York (around 95 percent) are settled out of court. Insurers generally prefer to avoid the additional expenses and unpredictability of a trial. Settling also gives both parties more control over the outcome. However, for the cases that DO go to trial, you will need an experienced Buffalo personal injury attorney to manage the court proceedings.

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Hear from Our Buffalo Clients

“Mr. Boyd is a phenomenal lawyer! He answered all of my questions in a timely and professional manner. Highly recommend!”
– Andrew P.

“Always extremely timely and efficient. They have always done great work for us. I’m glad to have them on my side!”
– Bernard D

“Steve Boyd and his office are wonderful! They are responsive, attentive, professional and empathetic. If you want a firm that will truly care about your case and getting you the highest potential settlement, Steve Boyd is your attorney.”
– Rita A