Buffalo Car Accident Lawyer
Hurt in a crash on the 290, the 90, or a Buffalo side street? Insurance companies move fast to limit what they pay. So should you. Leah Costanzo is a personal injury attorney who used to defend these cases for a major insurer — now she uses that insight to fight for injured drivers and passengers across Western New York.
Why a Buffalo car accident demands an attorney who knows the other side
Buffalo car accidents bring unique challenges — heavy lake-effect weather, freeway pileups on the I-90 and I-290, and aggressive insurers trained to settle claims quickly for the lowest amount. Leah Costanzo began her career on the defense side, including as a senior trial lawyer for a major insurance company. That means she understands the tactics adjusters use, the value of the claim from the insurer's perspective, and how to build a case that forces a fair offer — or wins at trial.
Some insurers try to close cases fast before you know the full extent of your injuries. Others fight every dollar. Either way, Leah investigates thoroughly and pushes for the maximum compensation the law allows.
What to do after a Buffalo car accident
Get medical care first
Your health comes first. See a doctor right away, even if you feel fine — some injuries, like concussions and soft-tissue damage, take days to surface. Prompt treatment also documents your injuries for your claim.
Preserve the evidence
Photos of the scene, vehicle damage, road conditions, and your injuries matter. So do the police report, witness contacts, and dash-cam footage. The sooner we're involved, the more we can protect before it disappears.
Don't talk to the other insurer
The other driver's insurance company will call quickly — and their goal is to pay you as little as possible. Don't give a recorded statement or accept a fast settlement. Let us handle every call.
Build your case
We investigate the crash, review medical records, work with experts when needed, and calculate the full value of your claim — medical bills, lost wages, pain, and future care.
Fight for full value
Because Leah prepares every case as if it will go to trial, insurers take her demands seriously. Most cases settle without a lawsuit — but if trial is what it takes, she's ready.
Why clients choose Leah after a Buffalo crash
Former insurance-defense attorney
Leah used to represent insurance companies in trial cases. Now she fights for you — and she knows exactly how the other side builds its defense.
Trial-ready, not settlement-only
Insurers know which lawyers always settle and which will take a case to verdict. That reputation is leverage, and it often leads to better offers without ever filing suit.
Direct access to your attorney
Your case should never feel like just another file. You work directly with Leah, get your calls returned, and understand every step of your case.
No fee unless we win
We work on contingency. If there's no recovery, you owe no attorney fee. Finding out your options costs nothing.
Injured in a Buffalo car accident? Let's talk.
The call is free, confidential, and there's no fee unless we win. Leah will listen to what happened and tell you honestly whether you have a case.