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When considering legal representation for a personal injury case, having access to the right resources can be crucial in making informed decisions. Below, we have compiled a variety of useful resources that may help guide you through the process of consulting with an attorney.
Suffering an injury due to someone else’s negligence can be overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. Understanding your legal rights and options is an essential step in determining the best course of action for your situation. Whether you were involved in a car accident, a slip and fall incident, a workplace injury, or a medical malpractice case, knowing what to expect when seeking legal counsel can significantly impact your case’s outcome.
Our firm is committed to helping injury victims navigate the legal system with confidence. We provide personalized legal guidance and aggressive representation to ensure our clients receive the compensation they deserve. The resources below include information on personal injury laws, case evaluation steps, frequently asked questions, and tips on choosing the right attorney.
If you have any questions, please contact us online or at (914) 428-7386 to discuss the personal circumstances surrounding your case.
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A Note About Online Resources
There are plenty of online resources about legal matters, but when reviewing them, ask yourself these questions:
- Is this information recent? The law changes regularly, so information about laws and cases from a few years ago may no longer be reputable.
- Is this information from a reputable source? Verify that you’re getting information from a respected and experienced attorney or from an official government website. General web pages created by individuals or companies may be based on someone’s opinion.
- Is this information from the same location as my own? Different states have different laws, especially when it comes to personal injury and criminal defense cases.
Also consider what you are using online research for. Online sources can be a good option if you want general information about a law or legal concept, but can’t help you with specific legal questions. For that, you may want to consult with an experienced attorney.
Understanding Artificial Intelligence and the Law
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are now part of our life and they can help us plan meals, summarize articles, and stay more productive. While AI is a transformative resource, however, keep in mind that using AI when you’re looking for legal advice and information is very risky. AI is not a licensed attorney, has not passed any bar exam, and is not regulated or held accountable by any legal body. This means you have no recourse if anything goes wrong, such as if you get the wrong information.
In addition, the law depends heavily on context and AI is not very good at detecting subtle details that a trained lawyer would catch. AI doesn’t know your full situation, your jurisdiction’s current laws, or how courts in your area typically rule. Even the most advanced AI models hallucinate, meaning they give out information that is inaccurate or made up. This has happened, even in court filings, and people who have used AI for their cases have been reprimanded by judges and have faced other serious consequences.
AI also lacks strategy and judgment. Legal advice isn’t just about knowing the law. It’s about understanding how to apply strategy, risk assessment, and negotiation. AI doesn’t have the lived experience or the abilities of a real attorney, and that can mean the information and legal advice you get from AI is flawed.
Finally, sharing sensitive legal issues with an AI might not be as secure as talking to a lawyer. You don’t have the protection of attorney-client confidentiality with these tools, and the information you share in an AI chat may be stored or processed in ways you don’t control.
Many people choose AI tools because they are free and convenient. However, the risks outweigh the possible benefits. When you contact The Law Office of Mark A. Siesel, we offer a free consultation and we get back to you quickly—often on the same day—so it costs you nothing to speak with an attorney and you enjoy the convenience of prompt replies. When you speak to us, you speak with a legal team with decades of experience in the state of New York. Our team can give you specific answers about your situation and we keep your information completely confidential.
When to Contact an Attorney
You may be looking for resources online because you want to know whether you have a claim or to know whether you need an attorney. In general, you should talk to a personal injury attorney as soon as possible if you have been in any accident where you have been injured. Whether you have been in a car motorcycle, bicycle, or pedestrian accident or any other kind of accident, if you have had to miss work or you have medical bills, it can be worthwhile to speak to an attorney. Even if you’re not sure whether you have a case, an attorney can help you determine this.
If you are looking for legal resources because you’ve been arrested or charged with a crime, it’s important to speak to an attorney. Even if you are just being questioned or investigated, contact a lawyer, even if it’s for a minor offense. All charges can have serious consequences, including fines, jail time, license suspension, reputational damage, and more. Your attorney can challenge traffic stops or tests and can be there with you if you’re asked to speak with police or other parties. Your lawyer is there to protect you and to seek the best possible outcome in your case, whether that’s seeking to get charges dropped or seeking to minimize the impact of charges on your life.
In both personal injury and criminal defense cases, the sooner you contact an attorney, the better. Early legal help can preserve evidence, protect your rights, and avoid mistakes. At The Law Office of Mark A. Siesel, we offer a free consultation, and we work on a contingency fee basis on personal injury cases, meaning we seek no legal fees until and unless we secure money for you. If you need to speak to an attorney but are worried about the cost, contact our law firm and we can discuss fees. We are always transparent, so there are no surprises.
At The Law Office of Mark A. Siesel, our lead attorney will oversee your case from start to finish. Mark Siesel has been practicing law since 1986, and he uses his decades of experience to protect your rights. Our law firm is known for aggressively pursuing client interests while also providing compassionate and caring representation. In fact, Mark Siesel has become good friends with many past clients, because he genuinely cares about the people he works with. If you have questions about your situation, don’t hesitate to contact us for a consultation.