Tips and Techniques for Personal Injury Cases in New York

In order to argue a personal injury case persuasively in New York, plaintiff’s attorneys must be thoroughly prepared for trial. In this introductory program, experienced New York trial attorney Justin Blitz shares a wealth of tips and techniques for preparing a personal injury case in New York from the plaintiff’s perspective. Mr. Blitz begins by outlining methods and procedures for conducting client interviews and case investigations, and discusses the importance of securing and becoming familiar with injured clients’ medical records. Additionally, he offers guidance on selecting medical experts, conducting settlement discussions and conferences, and preparing materials and exhibits for use at trial. Concluding with an examination of several important questions regarding statutes of limitations and filing a personal injury suit against the City of New York, Mr. Blitz provides new attorneys with everything they need to know to win a personal injury case on behalf of injured parties in New York.

Learning Objectives:

I.       Identify how to begin trial preparation

II.      Summarize the investigation

III.     Recognize how to deal with insurance, medical records, and experts

IV.     Understand settlement discussions and conferences

V.      Use trial notebooks and demonstrative evidence