Lawyers For The People

Standing With Injured People In Oneonta

When an injury disrupts your life, finding steady support close to home matters. At Scarzafava & Basdekis, PLLC, our Oneonta office reflects our long-standing commitment to people across Otsego, Delaware and Chenango counties. We only represent the injured – never insurance companies – and we guide you through each step with clarity, compassion and steady communication. You can meet with us here in town, connect by phone or schedule a visit to your home or hospital when needed.

Understanding Our Oneonta Presence

We opened our doors in Oneonta more than four decades ago and continue to serve as a trusted resource for neighbors throughout the region. Our work focuses exclusively on personal injury cases. We help people who face medical bills, income loss and uncertainty after an accident. Our Oneonta roots shape how we practice. We stay accessible, responsive and committed to treating clients like partners in their cases.

Our firm has earned recognition through honors such as Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report Tier 1 Metro Area Personal Injury Law Firm (2015) and National Trial Lawyers Top 100. Our Oneonta team also includes attorneys with respected achievements in the legal community. Attorney Theodoros “Theo” Basdekis holds an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating and earns recognition in the Super Lawyers list in Upstate New York. These distinctions reflect the dedication and professionalism our lawyers bring to every case.

Exploring The Injury Cases We Handle

Our Oneonta team handles a wide range of personal injury matters. We help clients with the following types of cases:

  • Car accidents
  • Slips and falls
  • Wrongful death
  • Personal injury
  • Truck accidents
  • Labor Law 240 and construction injuries

We support clients through every stage of these cases and help them understand what to expect during treatment, claims and negotiations.

Reaching Our Downtown Oneonta Office

Our office sits in downtown Oneonta, minutes from SUNY Oneonta and Hartwick College. Many clients visit before or after work and students often stop by between classes. Parking is available nearby, and our team can help you find the most convenient option.

Scarzafava & Basdekis, PLLC
48 Dietz St
Suite C
Oneonta, NY 13820

Phone: 607-441-4137

Maps and Directions

If you are coming from the SUNY Oneonta campus, travel toward the downtown district and continue straight until you reach our block. From Hartwick College, take the main route downhill into town and follow the markers toward the business center. If you need help navigating the area, call us at 607-441-4137 and we can guide you in real time.

Staying Connected To The Oneonta Community

Community involvement has been part of our identity since we opened in 1981. We participate in local events, support neighborhood programs and stay closely tied to the needs of families throughout the tri-county region. Clients tell us they appreciate our familiarity with the area, the courts and the everyday realities people face after an injury. This connection shapes our approach to every case.

Guiding You Through Common Questions

Before you visit our Oneonta office, you may have questions about our services, consultations and location. The following answers address what people ask most often when they reach out to our team:

Do You Offer Free Consultations At The Oneonta Office?

Yes. You can meet with our team at the office or schedule a remote or in-home consultation. We handle all cases on a contingency-fee basis, so you pay no attorney’s fee unless we recover compensation.

What Practice Areas Does The Oneonta Office Handle?

We handle motor vehicle accidents, including car, truck and motorcycle crashes, pedestrian and bicycle collisions, slip-and-fall injuries, workplace and Labor Law 240 claims, catastrophic injuries, product liability and wrongful death cases. You can learn more by visiting our car accidents, truck accidents, slip and falls, construction injuries, wrongful death and personal injury pages.

Where Is The Oneonta Office Located And How Do I Get There?

Our office sits in downtown Oneonta near SUNY Oneonta and Hartwick College. You can reach us from either campus by following the main streets into the business district. Parking is available nearby. For help with directions or to make an in-person appointment, call us at 607-441-4137.

If you still have questions or want guidance about your situation, our team can walk you through the next steps and help you plan a comfortable time to meet.

Scheduling A Free Consultation With Our Oneonta Team

If you or someone you love suffered an injury, we encourage you to reach out for guidance. At Scarzafava & Basdekis, PLLC, we offer free consultations and work on a contingency-fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you. You can meet with us at the office, at your home or at the hospital if travel is challenging.

Call 607-441-4137 or use our contact form to schedule your free case review today. You can also visit our testimonials and case results pages to learn more about the support we provide to clients throughout Oneonta.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.