Slips and falls are some of the most serious accidents, leaving victims with extensive and sometimes permanent injuries. Yet the burden lies with the victim to prove that the property owner or other responsible party negligently permitted the conditions that caused the accident. Doing so requires compelling evidence, typically in the form...
What to Say (and Not Say) to Insurance Companies After a Crash
After a car accident, you should give insurance companies only basic, factual details, such as when and where the crash occurred. Avoid guessing, admitting fault, or discussing settlements. Before giving a recorded statement or signing anything, speak with a lawyer to ensure your rights and potential compensation are fully...
What Are Your Rights After a Workplace Injury in New York?
After a workplace injury in New York, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits that cover medical expenses and part of your lost wages, regardless of fault. In some cases, you can also file a third-party lawsuit against another responsible party (such as a property owner or contractor)...
Common Causes of Train Accidents in New York
After being hurt in a train accident, a victim or their family has the right to take legal action to seek compensation for various losses. However, the plaintiff in a train accident lawsuit has the burden of proving that the defendant was somehow negligent in causing the crash. To do so, it’s...
Calculating Pain and Suffering in New York Pedestrian Injury Cases
Pedestrian injuries in New York often have serious consequences. Accompanying these injuries are expensive medical bills, time off of work, and permanent lifestyle changes. In addition to these objective consequences of pedestrian accidents, victims often experience effects that aren’t as easily verifiable. For example, pedestrian accident victims typically must deal with serious...
What to Do If You Fall on Public Property in New York: Special Rules for Claims
Slip-and-fall injuries can result in serious injuries to victims. In addition, these injuries often leave victims in extreme pain with stacks of expensive medical bills. Fortunately, if you’ve been hurt in a slip and fall accident in New York, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries. However, things get...
Can Pedestrians Be at Fault for Accidents in New York?
In New York, pedestrians can be found partially or fully at fault for an accident if they act carelessly, such as jaywalking, failing to obey traffic signals, or stepping into traffic unexpectedly. Under the state’s comparative negligence law, a...
Why You Need a New York Pedestrian Accident Attorney After Being Hit by a Vehicle
Being hit by a car is a terrifying experience. Pedestrians often suffer severe injuries, leaving them with expensive medical bills, lost wages, and long-term pain. In many cases, the driver’s insurance company will try to minimize your claim or shift blame onto you to avoid paying what you deserve.
Analyzing the Financial Impact of Dog Bites: Compensation and Costs
Dog bite injuries have several serious consequences. For example, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and permanent injury are all common consequences of dog attacks. One additional serious consequence of a dog bite is the financial impact.
Dog bite victims often find themselves faced with expensive...
The Role of Insurance in Dog Bite Claims
Dogs provide us with companionship, protection, and entertainment. In fact, most dog owners consider these loyal pets to be members of the family. Unfortunately, however, dogs—no matter how well behaved—are still animals that rely on their instincts. And sometimes these instincts result in bites. Often, dog bites create serious damage to victims,...
