Personal Injury Attorney in Dutchess County, NY

How We Investigate Your Accident

Our goal is to identify the cause of your accident by gathering time-sensitive evidence before it is lost, interviewing eyewitnesses, and working with independent accident reconstruction professionals when a case calls for them. 

We represent clients in a wide range of personal injury matters, such as:

• Bus accidents
• Car accidents
• Construction accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Premises liability
• Product liability
• Truck accidents
• Wrongful death

No matter how your injury occurred, our team is prepared to listen to your story and explain your options for moving forward.

What Shapes a New York Injury Claim

Several state rules affect what an injured person can recover and how quickly they need to act. Most negligence claims must be filed within three years, but a claim against a county, town, or other public entity generally requires a notice of claim within 90 days. After a car crash, New York's no-fault coverage pays early medical bills and lost wages, and a claim for pain and suffering against the at-fault driver requires an injury that meets the state's serious injury threshold.

Our attorneys track these deadlines from the first call and gather the medical proof that thresholds and fault disputes turn on. New York reduces compensation by a person's share of fault rather than barring recovery, so we push back when an insurer tries to shift blame to you.

How Our Medical Background Helps Your Case

Your medical records document the nature of your injuries, the treatment you received, and how those injuries relate to your accident. Because insurance companies and courts rely heavily on these files to evaluate claims, the complex clinical terminology involved can feel overwhelming. Co-founder Robert Irving Miller spent years as a registered nurse in Intensive Care Units and Emergency Rooms, where reading charts and documenting patient care were part of his daily routine. He has also served as a hospital risk manager and a Chief Operating Officer, giving him firsthand insight into how medical facilities document care and review adverse events.

Because of our background, we know how to read medical charts directly, trace the sequence of your treatment, and confidently question opposing medical witnesses about their opinions. When paired with the extensive civil litigation experience of partners like Kimberly L. Brown, our firm is prepared to help you file a claim for the full extent of your losses. 

Whether we are negotiating with insurance companies or presenting your case in court, we are here to support your claim every step of the way. 

Before accepting an early settlement offer from an insurance adjuster, consult a personal injury attorney in Dutchess County, NY to evaluate the value of your claim. Reach our office at (845) 286-4503 or message us online today to get started.

Attorney Advertising. The principal law office of Sholes Miller Rodriguez & Brown, PLLC is located at 300 Westage Business Center Dr, Suite 390, Fishkill, NY 12524. Phone: (845) 286-4503. 

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. For personal injury matters handled on a contingency fee basis, clients may remain responsible for certain case expenses and disbursements regardless of the case outcome. This content is intended for informational purposes only and does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

Please note: While we aggressively represent plaintiffs in premises liability and personal injury claims, Sholes Miller Rodriguez & Brown, PLLC strictly defends the healthcare sector and does not represent plaintiffs in lawsuits against physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, or medical providers.