What Happens if I Collide with Another Car in a Car Wash?
You might think that the usual rules of liability do not apply if you have a collision with another car while in a car wash, but you could still go after money damages if someone else caused the crash through negligence. An accident does not have to happen on a street for...
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NY Construction Deaths Are Rising, According to Recent Reports
Fatal construction accidents are increasing in New York at an alarming rate. From a low of 26 fatalities in 2009 to 68 deaths in 2017 and 61 lives lost in 2018 (the most recent year of U.S....
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Is Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney Worth it?
New York law does not force you to hire a lawyer to handle your personal injury case, but it can be a wise decision to do so. Economic factors and tactical considerations can impact your financial recovery. Here are a few of the many reasons why you might want a
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Teens & Vaping: Tips For Talking to Your Teen About The Dangers of Vaping
Enticed by slick packaging and candy-flavored products, e-cigarettes and vapes have become increasingly attractive to young consumers. And, as teens across the country increase their use and dependence on vape products, reports of lung related injuries and deaths among users now cover all 50 states. If...
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Can I File a Lawsuit After I Accept an Insurance Settlement?
If you are injured in an accident, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries, losses, and damages. However, before you settle your insurance claim, you may want to consult with a New York personal injury attorney. Once you settle your claim, you generally are not...
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What Is My New York Wrongful Death Claim Worth?
When a family member dies because of another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, the family members may recover compensation under a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death action can help your family recover from the financial crisis caused by the sudden death of a family member. Filing a claim can also help...
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Five Surprising Medical Malpractice Statistics
Medical malpractice laws protect individuals who have been injured or harmed through medical negligence or medical errors. Our New York medical malpractice attorneys help individuals file medical malpractice claims seeking compensation for their injuries, financial losses, and other damages. Sadly, thousands of people are injured or die...
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What to do After an Accident in a Rental Car
A car accident is stressful enough without worrying about how driving a rental car will factor into the accident claim. You may be out of town when a rental car accident occurs, but not always. Sometimes we need to rent a vehicle while our car is in the repair shop. Whatever...
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Arbitration Clauses and Medical Malpractice: What You Need to Know
Medical malpractice cases are complex. We must prove that a doctor’s breach of care caused an injury to recover compensation. In some cases, a medical provider may suggest that the claim be transferred to arbitration for settlement instead of proceeding through the court systems. Although there are some advantages of arbitration,...
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Common Defenses in Medical Malpractice Cases in NJ
If you or a loved one was the victim of medical malpractice, it can help to know some of the strategies the doctor’s lawyer might use to try to defeat your claim for compensation. Medical malpractice cases are sophisticated litigation. The doctor’s professional liability lawyer has teams of lawyers who do nothing...
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The Four Worst Construction-Related Injuries
More than 100 Americans die on the job in any given week, and more than 20 percent of those fatalities occur in the construction industry. Nearly 60 percent of all construction worker fatalities are the result of the “Fatal Four,” which include: Falls
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Murder or Products Liability? When Robots Kill
You cannot file a lawsuit against a robot vacuum or a self-driving car. A surgical robot is not capable of forming the intent to take someone’s life wrongfully. Robotic devices in factories do not plot murders. So, who is responsible when a robot kills someone? Is the case one of murder or...
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