Have you or a loved one been injured in the State of New York? Its very important to make sure that the lawyer that you are planing to hire is experienced both in New York Law and in the area of law that your problem is in. Each lawyer tends to specialize in a certain area of law, but you will want to make sure you have a New York Lawyer that has much experience in injury law. Successful experience in and out of court with the tough injury insurance lawyer is required to bring in the high compensation judgements. If you or a loved one has been injured a New York Lawyer will want to meet with you and discuss your case. These initial meeting are free of charge and are design for not only for the lawyer to decide if they want to take your case, but also if you want that lawyer to represent you in court. After the lawyer decide if he/she wants to take your case they will present to you how they wish to be paid. This is usually a no pay unless there is a settlement.