Syracuse Social Security Lawyer

Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP

313 East Willow Street
Suite 201
Syracuse, New York 13203
USA

(315) 471-1664

(315) 471-7882

www.mcvlaw.com

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Social Security disability lawyers in Syracuse, NY of Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP can assist with your Social Security, workers compensation, and personal injury claims. Our firm was founded in Syracuse in 1983 on the principle that attorneys can be as welcoming and trustworthy as family and still demonstrate the remarkable wisdom and exemplary skill expected of a leading law firm.

We value the relationships we develop with individual and small business clients throughout Syracuse and central New York. Knowing clients and their problems inspires us to provide the very best service and representation. Our attorneys strive to: Put client interests first; Keep clients informed so that they can make the best decisions; Be available when clients call. Whether you have been injured or arrested or are starting a business, count on us to make your needs our first priority.

The firm’s Syracuse attorneys bolster our stellar customer service with representation that is difficult to match. We have real experience and have achieved real results for hundreds of clients. We believe the most effective solution is not always the easiest solution. Our lawyers do what is necessary to protect client interests, even if it means taking the hard road.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: No-fault Claims; Drunk Driving Accidents; Violent Crime Injuries; ATV Accidents; Recreational Accidents; Fires or Explosions; Drowning; Electrocution; Elevator or Escalator Accidents; Amusement Park and Water Park Accidents; Subrogation; Bond Hearings; Restraining Orders; Harassment; Property Crimes; Property Damage; Trespassing; Probation Violations; Forgery; Charitable Gift Annuities; Durable Powers of Attorney; Medical Powers of Attorney; Post-nuptial Agreements; Property Division; Maintenance; Adult Guardianships Under Mental Health Laws; Collections; Levies; Attachments; Wage and Non-wage Garnishments; Judicial and Sheriff’s Sales; Limited Liability Company; Limited Liability Partnership; Sole Proprietorship; Partnership; Limited Partnership; Sub S Corporation; C corporation; Partnership Agreements; Non-compete Agreements

Practice Areas Description

Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP helps with almost every legal need, particularly those related to:

- Social Security Disability

At Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP, the attorneys know that applying for Social Security benefits can be frustrating and stressful. While you do not need a lawyer to file for Social Security disability, people represented by attorneys typically are more successful in their claims. With a lawyer on your side you have the peace of mind that a qualified Social Security attorney is doing everything possible to see your claim succeed. The firm’s Social Security lawyer, Kimberly Slimbaugh, helps with: Disability insurance benefits (SSD or SSDI); Supplemental security income benefits (SSI); Disabled adult and child benefits; Disabled widow/widowers insurance benefits; She has particular experience assisting clients over age 50 to apply for and receive benefits.

- Workers' Compensation

Injured workers are supposed to quickly receive medical care and wage replacement benefits, while employers and insurance carriers are supposed to act in good faith and provide medical care and money benefits in a timely manner. The New York workers' compensation lawyers at MCV Law understand the law, the procedures, and their application in real life. Our attorneys take time to review the case, meet with the injured worker and formulate a strategy tailored to the particular needs of the case. We employ a skilled staff that is available to help with the day-to-day issues involving prescription drugs, mileage reimbursement, and return-to-work issues. Our firm helps injured workers at all stages of their claim, from initial filing, to hearings, through negotiations and ultimately to resolution or settlement.

- Personal Injury

We understand that suffering a personal injury can have serious consequences. You have medical expenses, household bills, lost wages, and other losses. Even an apparently minor injury can develop into a significant disability and may impair your earning capacity and rob you of the enjoyment of life. If you have been injured as the result of someone else's fault or negligence, it is vital that you seek legal advice as soon as possible from a qualified and experienced personal injury attorney who can help protect your rights. Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP has been helping injury victims in Syracuse and throughout central New York since 1983. We handle every aspect of your claim from an initial consultation, through investigation, negotiation with the responsible party’s insurance company, and representation at any trial or appeal that becomes necessary.

- Subrogation

Our firm has handled loss recoveries stemming from numerous casualties and the following subrogation issues: Product failures; Fires; Explosions; Collapses; Auto accidents; Workers compensation; Water damage. Insurance companies also rely on our firm for advice and formal opinions on the scope and meaning of insurance policy coverage provisions. The firm dedicates significant resources to maximizing recovery for insurance company clients in state and federal trial and appellate courts throughout Syracuse and central New York. We rely on early evaluation, collaboration with claim representatives, and aggressive strategies to achieve the best possible outcome for clients.

- Criminal and Traffic Law

At Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP, we know the law and how to uphold your rights. We ensure that you understand your rights so that you can make informed decisions. We provide an honest assessment of all options. We understand how an arrest impacts individuals and their families. You will find we offer clients compassion and discretion while staunchly defending you against criminal charges. You have the right to an attorney at any time, even if you are only under investigation. The sooner you talk to us, the sooner we can help protect your rights. When you and your family are overwhelmed by an arrest and you think there is nowhere to turn, the criminal lawyers at Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP step in and offer solutions

- Wills and Estates

Our attorneys take the time to get to know our clients and evaluate their needs and circumstances. We create a will or estate plan that ensures our clients’ hard-earned assets are distributed as they wish. Similarly the firm’s estate administration attorneys take great care in carrying out the provisions of a will or estate plan. We work with the executor and/or trustee to ensure an orderly estate administration that is compliant with the wishes of the decedent or the grantor of the trust. We create critical documents for clients including: Wills; Living wills; Revocable trusts; Irrevocable trust; Charitable trusts; Special needs trusts; Charitable gift annuities; Durable powers of attorney; Medical powers of attorney; Pre-nuptial agreements; Post-nuptial agreements.

- Matrimonial and Family Law

The matrimonial and family law attorneys and staff at Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP have decades of experience working with clients whose lives are in upheaval because of a divorce or family law matter. We are sensitive to the many issues that arise during this difficult time. We do our best to ease the emotional turmoil family law clients face while simultaneously working diligently toward an optimal solution. Our attorneys find the best way to achieve a favorable outcome is to work closely with clients so that we can tailor our representation to their needs. We prefer clients be informed about and involved in their legal concerns. We negotiate and litigate a wide range of family law issues, including: Divorce; Separation; Pre-marital agreements; Property division; Child support; Maintenance; Custody; Adoption. We also handle adult guardianships under mental health laws.

- Collections

At Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP, we help ensure businesses and individuals are paid for the goods and services they provide. Our Syracuse debt collection attorneys handle accounts of any size, in any stage of delinquency for large and small businesses in an array of industries which include: Retail; Commercial; Construction; Health care; Real estate; Financial services; Utilities; Housing/landlord. Our firm consistently achieves a high rate of return for clients. Collection remedies include tapping all available resources from first demand to judgment. Following judgment, we assist clients with: Levies; Attachments; Debtor interrogatories; Wage and non-wage garnishments; Judicial and sheriff’s sales; Adversary bankruptcy proceedings. We also bring lawsuits to sell real estate to satisfy judgments against opposing parties.

- Corporations/Partnerships

The opportunity to start a new business or buy an existing one is often a dream come true. It can also be a very intimidating process and may involve making commitments that affect many aspects of your life. The Central New York business law attorneys at Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP are committed to working with small business entrepreneurs who are starting their own business, contemplating buying a business, or simply need to make their business work better for them. Because our lawyers handle many diverse areas of law we are able to advise business clients from a broad, all-inclusive perspective. Additionally we work closely with your accountant to ensure that the most advantageous business decisions are made.

Attorneys

	Mr. Iman Abraham Attorney Criminal Law, Family Law, Insurance, Personal Injury		Mr. William W. Crossett, IV Attorney Appellate Practice, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
	Mr. James A. Meggesto Attorney Criminal Law, Insurance, Personal Injury		Ms. Kimberly A. Slimbaugh Attorney Personal Injury, Social Security, Workers Compensation
	Mr. Gary J. Valerino Attorney Criminal Law, Insurance, Personal Injury, Traffic Ticket