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Q: Can a New York attorney take over a pending product liability case after discovery is substantially complete?
Representing myself in a pending New York Supreme Court case arising from a serious workplace injury involving a commercial food-processing machine. During operation of a Robot Coupe R702 V.V. food processor, I suffered a traumatic partial amputation of my right index finger and injury to my right... View More 
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Stephen Bilkis
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answered on Aug 11, 2026
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answered on Aug 11, 2026
I understand why you are looking for an attorney to step in, especially after handling a serious injury case on your own through most of the discovery process. Yes, a New York attorney can take over a pending Supreme Court case even when discovery is almost finished. An attorney does not have to be... View More
Q: Can a New York attorney take over a pending product liability case after discovery is substantially complete?
Representing myself in a pending New York Supreme Court case arising from a serious workplace injury involving a commercial food-processing machine. During operation of a Robot Coupe R702 V.V. food processor, I suffered a traumatic partial amputation of my right index finger and injury to my right... View More
Jonathan R. Ratchik
answered on Aug 3, 2026
answered on Aug 3, 2026
Sorry to hear what happened to you. Yes, an attorney could take over your case at this stage of litigation. You can find many excellent attorneys using the Find a Lawyer tab on the JUSTIA homepage. That said, many, if not most, product liability attorneys do not take over such matters at this stage... View More
Q: Can a New York attorney take over a pending product liability case after discovery is substantially complete?
Representing myself in a pending New York Supreme Court case arising from a serious workplace injury involving a commercial food-processing machine. During operation of a Robot Coupe R702 V.V. food processor, I suffered a traumatic partial amputation of my right index finger and injury to my right... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 3, 2026
answered on Aug 3, 2026
I'm sorry about your accident. To answer your question, "Yes, attorneys can take over pending cases." My colleague makes a good point distinguishing between negligence and product liability theories, among other valuable insights. What factors do attorneys consider? Attorneys look at... View More
Q: Store employee caused my fall, resulting in injury. What are my legal options?
I was involved in an incident at a store in New York where one of the employees accidentally bumped into me, causing me to fall. As a result, I've suffered a broken bone in my right foot and have bruises on my left foot and leg. A second employee witnessed the incident. What are my legal... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 3, 2026
answered on Aug 3, 2026
As my colleagues point out, you may have rights in a claim against the store. Mr. Ratchik and Mr. Chaikin make excellent points - the only thing I'd add is to be attentive to your injuries and get the medical care you need so that you experience a healthy recovery. Since you mention broken... View More
Q: Store employee caused my fall, resulting in injury. What are my legal options?
I was involved in an incident at a store in New York where one of the employees accidentally bumped into me, causing me to fall. As a result, I've suffered a broken bone in my right foot and have bruises on my left foot and leg. A second employee witnessed the incident. What are my legal... View More
Ian M Chaikin
answered on Aug 3, 2026
answered on Aug 3, 2026
Based on the facts you've shared, you may have a potential personal injury claim against the store if the employee's negligence caused your fall and resulting injuries. In New York, businesses can be held responsible for the negligent acts of their employees when those acts occur within... View More
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