School transportation is essential for many students to get the education they deserve. In New York, school transportation is accomplished with thousands of school buses that provide daily transportation to school. When accidents happen, many children are put at risk of serious injury. Understanding the legal rights of students and securing those rights is vital. […]
Artificial intelligence is on the rise, and cars are not immune. Autonomous driving systems utilize sensors and software to control and navigate a vehicle without, or with minimal, human intervention or oversight. These systems can control the steering and speed of the car. While fully autonomous vehicles are not yet filling America’s roadways, various types […]
Being hit by a car from behind can be a surprising and painful experience. While a car crash from behind may seem minor at first, once the adrenaline wears off, those involved can find themselves suffering from severe pain. Many individuals will experience neck pain, back pain, whiplash, and other soft-tissue injuries because of a […]
After a motor vehicle accident happens, recovering financial compensation for your medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and property damage is a top priority. Having physical evidence, reports, and witness statements to prove what occurred and the losses suffered is essential to proving negligence and maximizing your recovery. While no one type of evidence […]
There is no set minimum payout for whiplash in New York. Ultimately, your whiplash payout will hinge on the circumstances of your injury and its severity. There is no minimum payout for whiplash and the amount you will recover will depend on the severity of your injury, its impact on your life, and the extent […]
Airbag deployment is a common result of many motor vehicle accidents. Whether or not your airbag deployed can raise several questions. Search engine queries about whether their car is totaled, the average settlement for airbags deploying, and whether you can be compensated even if the airbags didn’t deploy are common. The implications speak to the […]
Given the heavy equipment and generally hazardous surroundings often involved in an unsafe work environment, a construction accident can have catastrophic physical, financial, and emotional consequences for the victim and the victim’s household. With these profound and potentially life-changing ramifications, initiating a timely construction accident claim takes on vital importance particularly for reimbursement for medical […]
The injuries and trauma following a car accident can be painful and overwhelming. If you have a pre-existing condition, the impact can be all the worse. Not only does it exacerbate your symptoms, it also can make getting compensation challenging. Working with a lawyer can be beneficial to securing your legal claim. Can I be […]
Mistakes made following a motor vehicle car accident can seriously impact financial recovery. The insurance claim process is already challenging for many crash victims to navigate, and if you make mistakes after your accident, that process can become even more complex. Four of the most common mistakes made include: Failing to seek medical attention Failing […]
If you’ve been involved in a car accident and the other driver has no insurance, a million thoughts are probably racing through your head. A quick Google search after getting hurt in a crash with an uninsured driver is likely to leave you with more questions than answers about what to do next. New York […]
