About Scott Michael Duquin
Scott Michael Duquin is a highly accomplished attorney located in Buffalo, New York, with a focus on Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, and Civil Litigation. Before joining his current firm, Scott dedicated the initial 11 years of his career to insurance defense. His expertise is recognized by his AVVO Super rating and Martindale Distinguished status, alongside being named a Super Lawyer in Personal Injury annually since 2013.
Scott boasts extensive trial and appellate experience, adeptly representing clients ranging from individuals to multinational corporations. His practice encompasses automobile liability, medical malpractice, products liability, toxic tort, and catastrophic personal injury cases. Additionally, he has successfully advocated for small business owners in various commercial litigation matters.
In 2016, Scott achieved a notable legal victory in a widely covered case by securing the dismissal of charges related to housing code violations for the owners of a significant public housing complex in Buffalo, NY.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
New York Car Accident Laws
Understanding New York's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$10K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
No-Fault
Your own insurance covers injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Scott Michael Duquin specialize in?
Scott specializes in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, and Civil Litigation.
How long has Scott Michael Duquin been recognized as a Super Lawyer?
Scott has been named a Super Lawyer in Personal Injury every year since 2013.
What notable case did Scott Michael Duquin handle in 2016?
In 2016, Scott successfully obtained a dismissal of housing code violation charges for a large public housing complex in Buffalo, NY.
What is Scott Michael Duquin's professional background?
Scott spent the first 11 years of his career in insurance defense before focusing on personal injury and civil litigation.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Scott Michael Duquin for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Scott for a free case review
