Personal Injury in New York

New York ( NY)
Average: Free / Contingency
Last Updated: Mar 2026
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Court Filing Fee $400

What to Know About Personal Injury Costs in New York

Personal injury lawyers in New York work on contingency, typically charging 33.3% of the recovery. Medical malpractice cases may have sliding scale fees.

Sources: ABA, State Bar Rules - Standard contingency: 33.33% pre-suit, 40% after litigation

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