Content Reviewed By:
John Richmond, Co-Founding Member
- October 22, 2024
An unexpected injury can significantly burden your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. If someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you may be eligible to seek justice and compensation for your losses.
With the stakes so high, it’s crucial to have an experienced Buffalo personal injury lawyer on your side. Richmond Vona is a trusted name in personal injury law, and we’re ready to fight for you.
- Why Choose a Buffalo Personal Injury Lawyer From Richmond Vona?
- Types of Buffalo Personal Injury Claims We Handle
- Damages Available in Personal Injury Cases
- How Can a Buffalo Personal Injury Attorney Help?
- How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
- How Long Do I Have to File a Claim in Buffalo?
- Trust the Team at Richmond Vona
- Our Team of Buffalo Personal Injury Attorneys
Why Choose a Buffalo Personal Injury Lawyer From Richmond Vona?
At Richmond Vona, we get results. Our track record speaks for itself, with over $175 million recovered for our injured clients and more than two decades of combined personal injury experience. Here are just a few of our many successful case outcomes:
- $4.25 million for a truck accident victim
- $3.2 million for mesothelioma from asbestos exposure
- $1.2 million for an automobile accident victim
- $800,000 for an injury from a defective product
- $450,000 for a dog bite victim
Founding partners John E. Richmond and Keith R. Vona each have unique backgrounds in the Buffalo area, making them a powerhouse legal team. John was born and raised in Western New York and worked at a Buffalo-based plaintiff’s law firm before founding Richmond Vona. Keith received his law degree at the State University of New York College at Buffalo Law School and worked as a Buffalo Police Department officer for nearly a decade.
Both have received numerous accolades for their achievements in personal injury law, including New York Super Lawyers and Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in New York. As community-focused Buffalo locals, they often share legal advice with the community on Western New York Living and The Big WECK “Buffalo on the Rise.”
We take a client-centric approach to every case that comes our way. We treat injury victims with dignity, providing them with the compassionate and aggressive advocacy they deserve. We assign each client a unified, collaborative team of three to four legal professionals dedicated to their case. This allows our team to provide personalized attention and tailored strategies.
We are dedicated to open and honest client communication. We listen to our clients and strive to provide the best service possible. Our clients have noticed our commitment, submitting reviews praising our results-oriented representation, our unwavering integrity, and the accessibility to their legal team.
Types of Buffalo Personal Injury Claims We Handle
Our Buffalo injury attorneys provide compassionate legal representation to clients in a wide range of personal injury matters. We only handle personal injury and wrongful death cases, and that focus allows us to provide exceptional service and results. We hire attorneys with specialized experience in specific case types, ensuring we take a detail-oriented approach to each case.
Some of the common types of personal injury claims we handle include the following:
- Motor vehicle accidents: traffic accidents are among the most common causes of personal injury claims. We represent victims of car accidents, truck accidents, bus accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, rideshare accidents, and more. Along with accidents that occur on the road, we also handle boating accident cases.
- Work injuries: Injuries in the workplace, including construction accidents, usually fall under the jurisdiction of workers’ compensation, but there are instances where a third party may be held liable for an employee’s injuries. Our attorneys can help determine if you have a personal injury claim in addition to your workers’ compensation benefits.
- Premises liability: Property owners are legally obligated to maintain reasonably safe conditions for visitors. When they fail to do so, innocent people can get injured. Slip and fall accidents and other injuries may qualify as premises liability claims.
- Dog Bites: Dog attacks can result in severe and long-lasting injuries. In certain circumstances, dog owners may be held responsible for injuries caused by their dogs. Our dog bite attorneys can gather evidence and analyze the details of your case to pursue compensation.
- Mesothelioma claims: Asbestos exposure can lead to mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. We understand the catastrophic toll this disease can take on victims and their families, and we are committed to helping them seek justice and compensation.
- Catastrophic Injuries: Some accidents can lead to severe injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and paralysis.
- Nursing home abuse and neglect cases: When you place your loved one in a nursing home’s care, you expect them to receive the highest level of care and respect. Unfortunately, abuse and neglect are all too common in nursing homes. Our personal injury lawyers in Buffalo, NY, can help hold negligent nursing homes and employees accountable on your family’s behalf.
- Product liability claims: When a defective product causes harm to a consumer, the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer may be held liable for any resulting injuries. Our product liability attorneys are not afraid to stand up to irresponsible corporations when their products put innocent people at risk.
“If you have a personal injury matter, you want to really make sure you take the time to choose a firm that only does personal injury law because in this day and age, there are a lot of different types of personal injury law, but we really live in a niche environment. So you want to focus on a firm that spends all their time, all their energy into really understanding what it takes to be in that field and understanding the intricacies of those cases.”
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This law firm goes above and beyond to fight for you. Their entire team treats you with respect and truly cares about your well-being. Look no further if you need a personal injury lawyer.
John Richmond and the team at Richmond Vona did an incredible job with my complicated personal injury case. They made sure no stone was unturned and got me the settlement I deserved for my situation. They treat you well, explain everything you need to know and more so you are always in the loop about the status of your case. John was easy to get in touch with anytime during the process and made signing paperwork easy and understandable. Their entire staff is professional and helpful throughout the process These guys are fair, trustworthy, and will stand up for you!
This firm’s attention to detail is second to none. It’s evident that they are true professionals and really care about their injured clients. This is the firm to call if you have been seriously injured due to someone else’s negligence.
Damages Available in Personal Injury Cases
Personal injury compensation is intended to help the victim get as close to their pre-accident state as possible. If you have a viable personal injury case, you can seek compensation for all economic and non-economic damages you have suffered because of the incident.
Economic damages have a monetary value you can quantify with receipts, bills, and other financial documents. Examples include past and future medical expenses, lost wages, lost earning capacity, transportation costs for medical appointments, and expenses for disability-related home modifications or assistive devices.
Non-economic damages are harder to quantify and include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
In some cases, punitive damages may also be available if the defendant’s actions were malicious or intentional. These aim to punish and deter the defendant from similar behavior in the future.
We Seek Maximum Compensation for Your Losses
Insurance companies often try to minimize accident victims’ compensation by downplaying the severity of injuries or denying liability altogether. At Richmond Vona, we don’t let insurers get away with undervaluing damages. Our Buffalo injury lawyers have extensive experience negotiating with insurance companies to get fair settlements that cover the full extent of our clients’ damages.
We use advanced technology to achieve this, including tracking different insurance companies’ negotiation tendencies so we can anticipate their tactics and counter them effectively. Whether your case is worth $5,000 or $500,000, you can expect the same level of dedication and service from our team.
How Can a Buffalo Personal Injury Attorney Help?
Facing the aftermath of a catastrophic injury is stressful enough—you don’t need to add legal battles to your plate. That’s where we come in. When you turn to Richmond Vona, we will handle all aspects of your injury claim, including:
- Investigating the accident, reconstructing the scene, and gathering evidence of fault
- Calculating past and future damages
- Negotiating on your behalf with insurance companies
- Representing you in court if your case goes to trial
A deep familiarity with the local area can further strengthen your case, and our Buffalo personal injury attorneys have it. Hiring a local firm means you’ll have a legal team that knows the local courts, hospitals, and insurance companies inside out.
Our team not only works in the Buffalo community but also actively participates in it. We offer scholarships, volunteer for local causes, work with veterans’ groups, and more. We truly care about our community and want to see it thrive. That’s why we’re dedicated to fighting for the rights of Buffalo residents who are victims of personal injury.
“It's really important to have a local firm for your case because a local firm will understand all the local players, will understand the community, and all these factors can really come into play and make a big impact on the ultimate success of your case.”
How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
We understand that money is a primary concern when dealing with mounting medical expenses, lost wages, and other financial burdens from your injury. When you work with Richmond Vona, you don’t have to add legal fees to that list.
We work on a contingency basis. That means you don’t pay anything upfront for our services. We only get paid if we win your case, and our fees come from a percentage of your award rather than your pocket. Our firm also offers free, no-obligation consultations to discuss your case and explore your legal options before making any commitments.
How Long Do I Have to File a Claim in Buffalo?
All personal injury claims have a filing deadline known as the statute of limitations. In New York, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is three years from the accident date.
Exceptions apply in some cases—the best way to determine your filing deadline is to consult a personal injury lawyer in Buffalo. If you miss the deadline, you may lose your right to seek compensation, so act quickly if you think you have a case.
When you work with the Richmond Vona team, we’ll immediately begin the filing process to ensure you don’t miss your chance at justice and compensation.
Trust the Team at Richmond Vona
When the unexpected happens, turn to Richmond Vona. If you or your child or loved one have been injured due to another’s negligence, we can help. We’re dedicated trial attorneys with a proven track record of securing maximum compensation for our clients. Don’t wait to get the personalized legal guidance you deserve.
Contact us today at 716-500-5678 or schedule a free consultation online and begin moving forward with your Buffalo personal injury case.
