CAR ACCIDENTSWhat to do after a car accident on Long Island
The first steps after a crash, the evidence that makes a case strong and the mistakes to avoid, explained by Melgar Law Firm in Hauppauge.
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We don't just handle cases — we guide people through life-changing moments. Bilingual representation in car accidents, real estate, and immigration since 2014.
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Attorney at Law · Melgar Law Firm
Diosalma M. Melgar founded the firm in 2014 to stand up for a community that was being taken advantage of. A CUNY School of Law graduate admitted to the New York State Bar, she guides families and individuals through their most complex legal challenges — with honesty, clarity, and direct communication in English and Spanish.
Recipient of the Hispanic Heritage Distinguished Service Award (Town of Islip).
Representation in Personal Injury, Real Estate, and U.S. Immigration Law.
12+
years ofexperienceServing since 2014
Personal Injury
We help car accident victims seek compensation when harmed by another's negligence — and you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Real Estate
Whether you are buying or selling a house, a building, or commercial property, we review your contract and protect your rights through every transaction.
Immigration
We guide families through family petitions, green cards (adjustment of status), DACA, TPS, work permits, waivers, and U.S. citizenship.
Personal injury
Rear-ended
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Personal injury
Hit by a truck
Truck and commercial-vehicle crashes involve companies and insurers with their own lawyers. Know what comes next.
Personal injury
Uber / Lyft accident
As a rideshare passenger you may be covered by more than one insurance policy. Know what comes next.
Personal injury
Hit and run
Even if the other driver fled, you may still have options. Know what comes next.
Personal injury
Hit as a pedestrian
Pedestrian injuries are often serious. Know what comes next and protect your case.
Personal injury
Injured as a passenger
Passengers are almost never at fault. Know what comes next and who may be responsible.
2014
Year our firm was founded
90%
Of our clients are from the Latino community
100%
Bilingual service in English and Spanish
$0
In fees unless we win your car accident case
We feel very proud
of our achievements.
After a car accident, your health comes first — go to the hospital even if you feel fine, because internal injuries are not always obvious. We handle the legal side so you can focus on healing, and we notify you the moment there is news on your case, whether by phone call, text message, or email.
Insurance companies usually offer as little as possible, which is why your injuries must be properly corroborated — your medical records and the police report are the key evidence. Compensation can cover both property damage and personal injuries, taking into account the severity of the injury, its future impact, and collateral losses.
With over 12 years of experience, attorney Diosalma M. Melgar — a CUNY School of Law graduate admitted to the New York Bar in 2014 — guides clients through even the most complex legal matters with clarity and support.
Community
recognition
Community recognition
Our practice areasWe are here to provide
We are here to provide
high quality legal
consultancy.
As a small firm, we offer what larger offices often cannot: short wait times for appointments, individual and personalized attention, and direct access to your attorney. You are never just another case number — we address not only your case but the problems surrounding it, we keep you informed the moment there is news by phone call, text message, or email, and we meet with you in person or virtually, in English or in Spanish.
90%
Of our clients are from
the Latino community
100%
Bilingual
English–Spanish
service
Our team
Diosalma M. MelgarFounder & Principal AttorneyNiurka GarciaSenior Paralegal: Personal Injury & ImmigrationEvelyn MateoManaging ParalegalVictor FloresExecutive Assistant to Attorney Diosalma MelgarNathaly VidalAdministrative Assistant: Personal Injury & ImmigrationHellen AmayaCase Specialist, Dispute ResolutionMelissa TorresPersonal Injury Paralegal
Meet our team
Diosalma M. MelgarFounder & Principal AttorneyNiurka GarciaSenior Paralegal: Personal Injury & ImmigrationEvelyn MateoManaging ParalegalVictor FloresExecutive Assistant to Attorney Diosalma MelgarNathaly VidalAdministrative Assistant: Personal Injury & ImmigrationHellen AmayaCase Specialist, Dispute ResolutionMelissa TorresPersonal Injury ParalegalWe have 12 years of experience and have earned several awards.
We don't just handle cases. We guide people through life-changing moments.MELGAR LAW FIRM · SIEMPRE CONTIGO
We answer your questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Melgar Law Firm located?
Our office is at 263 Calebs Path, Hauppauge, NY 11788-4756, on Long Island. We serve all of Long Island, including Suffolk County and Nassau County, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and we can meet with you in person or virtually.
What practice areas does Melgar Law Firm handle?
Personal injury focused on car accident cases; real estate law for buyers and sellers of houses, buildings, and commercial property, including purchase and sale contract review; and immigration matters such as family petitions, adjustment of status, DACA, TPS, work permits, waivers, and citizenship. Each practice area has designated staff, so every case has a clear owner.
Do you offer services in Spanish?
Yes. The firm is fully bilingual in English and Spanish — around 90% of our clients are members of the Latino community. There is no language barrier and no misunderstandings, because we understand both your situation and your culture; you never have to explain your culture before being helped.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Call (631) 538-0008 or email [email protected]. We offer a free case evaluation, wait times for appointments are short, and meetings can be held in person or virtually. Once your case begins, you have direct access to your attorney and are notified as soon as there is news — by phone call, text message, or email.
How much experience does the firm have?
More than 12 years serving the community since 2014, led by attorney Diosalma M. Melgar, a CUNY School of Law graduate admitted to the New York Bar in 2014. The firm was born from the desire to defend a community that was being taken advantage of — and to be a better option for it.
Do you handle car accident cases?
Yes — personal injury at our firm focuses on car accidents. We help victims seek compensation for property damage and personal injuries, considering the severity of the injury, its future impact, and collateral losses. After an accident, go to the hospital even if you feel fine and make sure a police report is filed — medical records and the police report are the key evidence. Your case evaluation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win.
Benefits at a glance
Our law firm is dedicated to empowering members of our community by providing legal guidance, instilling confidence, and navigating them through complex legal matters with clarity and support.
- Personal injury from car accidents, real estate (buying or selling a house, a building or a commercial property) and immigration (visas, citizenship, permanent residence and family petitions). We do not handle deportation cases.
- In personal injury cases, the case review is free and you pay nothing unless we win your case.
- Personal communication: phone calls, text messages and emails.
- An attorney who chooses the right strategy for each situation and helps avoid problems.
Our data
- Founded in 2014 by attorney Diosalma M. Melgar.
- Office at 263 Calebs Path, Hauppauge.
- Service in English and Spanish.
- 81 clients rated us 4.5 stars on Google.
Every case needs the right strategy
An attorney chooses the right strategy for each situation, checks that everything is complete and correct, and helps avoid problems that are very hard to fix later.
Our investigation of each case is thorough: we gather strong evidence such as the police report, pictures of injuries and damages, and footage of the accident.
We use plain language, without legal jargon, and explain each stage in the client's language, Spanish or English. We give clear examples of what is going to happen, answer all their questions and make sure they understand each decision before moving forward.
Visit UsFind us in Hauppauge,
Find us in Hauppauge,
Long Island
Our office is at 263 Calebs Path, Hauppauge, NY 11788-4756, serving clients across Long Island, including Suffolk and Nassau County. We are open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and consultations can be in person or virtual.
