02/24/2026
Accident Lawyers: Necessary Protection or Too Big a Cut?
While 68% of New Yorkers say hiring a lawyer after an accident is the best way to ensure a fair settlement, a majority believe the standard 33% contingency fee is too high. In fact, 77% support limiting the percentage lawyers can charge, highlighting strong public concern over how much injury victims ultimately take home.
Read More: https://sri.siena.edu/2026/02/17/77-favor-limiting-percentage-personal-injury-lawyers-charge-67-say-no-more-than-20-is-fair/?_gl=1*5juu1a*_ga*MTk1ODc2NzM4NC4xNjYyNDgzMDY1*_ga_XN3VDZ9ZYZ*czE3NzE5Njc4ODkkbzg0JGcwJHQxNzcxOTY3ODg5JGo2MCRsMCRoMA..