Recent Blog Posts
Can I Sue if I Was a Passenger in a Car Accident?
Thousands of passengers are severely injured in New York car accidents every year. After these accidents, these victims want to know: Can I bring a lawsuit to recover for my injuries? Who should be the target of my lawsuit? A talented New York personal injury lawyer can help you both identify the appropriate parties… Read More »
How Long do I have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in New York?
Personal injury lawsuits span more than just car accidents or slip-and-fall accidents. Construction accidents, product defects, medical malpractice, and any other incident in which someone is injured as a result of another person’s negligent or reckless behavior fall under the gamut of personal injury. If you are injured by someone else’s conduct, you must… Read More »
Who Pays for the Damage in a Car Accident in New York?
If you have been involved in a car accident in New York, you are likely facing a multitude of bills and other financial damages. Who is responsible for paying for your damages? In New York, the answer depends on the type of damages you are claiming. As we have previously discussed, New York follows… Read More »
How Does No-Fault Insurance Work in New York?
New York is one of a handful of states that have a “no-fault” insurance system. In most other states, the driver who is at fault in an accident must pay (via their insurance coverage) for the damages resulting from the accident. In New York, your own insurance will cover your damages and injuries regardless… Read More »
Stay Alert for Signs of Elder Abuse
As the American population ages and as the average American lives longer than ever before, more and more individuals are entering nursing homes or needing in-home care. If your parent, relative, or loved one is in an assisted living facility or has a caregiver who comes to their home, you may have conducted months… Read More »
Intersections a Common Site for Serious Accidents
Intersections take up a relatively low share of all roadway area, and yet they are the site of a large share of all accidents occurring in the US each year. Read on to learn more about the causes of motor vehicle accidents in intersections, and learn more about what can be done to avoid… Read More »
Dash Cams Can Offer Drivers Added Protection from Reckless Motorists and Other Threats
Determining who was the victim and who was in the wrong in the event of a Bronx car accident can be a challenge. Even when eyewitnesses are present, the accident may have taken place too quickly for them to see what happened, or they may not remember the accident clearly by the time of… Read More »
New Research on Phone Use while Driving Shows Greater Influence than Previously Believed
Ask any safety expert whether phone use while behind the wheel is dangerous, and you’ll hear the same answer—a resounding “yes.” However, finding out whether drivers were texting before a crash can be a challenge, since this has historically required either an eyewitness seeing the driver use their phone or the driver confessing to… Read More »
5 Tips for New Motorcycle Riders
As summer approaches and the temperatures rise, more and more riders will be out on the road, taking the opportunity afforded by the warm weather to ride. While even seasoned riders must be cautious while riding, it is even more critical that new riders observe established safety rules to ensure that they know how… Read More »
I’ve Been In an Accident; What Should I Do?
After a crash, you’re on edge, scared, and possibly even injured. It can be difficult to think straight and make sure you gather the information and evidence you need to support a claim for damages, either from your insurance or through a personal injury lawsuit. Read on to learn about what to do in… Read More »
