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 […]
Slip, trip, and fall prevention is crucial to workplace safety. Safe work practices, safety compliance, and reporting hazards are just some of the many tools that can prevent these types of accidents. Employers have a duty to maintain a safe working environment for their employees and any guests to their business. Implementing safety protocols and […]
The aftermath of a construction accident can leave you in pain, out of work, and with questions on what to do next. Understanding whether you can sue a construction company for negligence or make a workers’ compensation claim is important to many victims. Construction accident cases are often complex due to New York laws, the […]
Operating a motorcycle in New York City and anywhere else in the United States for that matter requires a high degree of situational awareness as well as driving skill and compliance with traffic laws. Even when motorcyclists exercise good judgment in sharing the road with other vehicles, there is no guarantee that it will be […]
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 […]
A lift truck driver can be a victim as well as an instigator of an injury in this kind of scenario which individually have unique aspects. The most common type of lift truck accident is said to be a rollover or tip over. The outcome of a lift truck crash can result in moderate to […]
According to 2022 car accident statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation, there were 42,514 deaths from car crash accidents in the United States. 2022 car accident statistics also show that 1,175 died in car accidents in New York alone. An auto accident death is tragic. These sudden and unexpected deaths are stressful and emotional […]
Headaches after a car accident are common. While sometimes stress-induced, other times they may indicate something more concerning. Common causes of headaches include whiplash, concussion, or other head injuries. In serious cases, a headache may indicate a traumatic brain injury. No matter the cause of a headache, debilitating head pain can affect you physically, financially, […]
There are numerous vehicle accident causes including driver actions and errors, and external factors like weather or mechanical failure. Leading car crash causes like drunk driving, speeding, and reckless driving can lead to severe injuries. On average, there are 136,913 emergency room visits each year due to car accidents in New York. Our experienced New […]
Chest pain after a car accident could indicate an injury requiring medical assistance, such as broken bones, internal damage, or even a seat belt injury causing chest pain. Prompt medical care can determine the cause of chest pain after an accident, whether it’s from being hit in the chest or other chest injuries from car […]
Determining fault in a construction accident is often complicated because multiple parties, each with distinct responsibilities, play a role on these worksites. Large construction projects usually include the property owner, a general contractor, and various subcontractors, all with different roles. Speaking to a New York construction accident lawyer about your position on the construction site […]
Generally speaking, car accidents cases rarely go to court. Most claims are resolved through negotiation outside of the judicial process. For this reason, it’s important for an injury victim to retain an experienced New York car accident lawyer with the high-level negotiation acumen who can cross the finish line with a win, although sometimes a […]
Attempts to reopen a claim following a settlement are unlikely to prevail. In most cases, a settlement is a final decision, and the injured party will sign a legally binding document that prevents them from taking further action against the party that signed the agreement. There are a few rare exceptions where reopening a claim […]
Impact, force, and even safety devices like airbags and seatbelts can cause injury in an accident. Approximately five people are injured every minute in car crashes in the U.S. If you’ve been injured, a New York car accident lawyer can help. Car accident leg injuries can range from minor scrapes and bruises to complex fractures […]
Truck accidents are some of the most devastating motor vehicle incidents to occur on New York roads. The massive size of these vehicles makes for more severe outcomes when they’re involved in crashes. As a result, it’s important that those injured can hold any responsible person liable and that there are paths for recovering compensation […]
Hit and run in New York is very common. A hit-and-run accident happens when a vehicle hits something, like another vehicle, object, or person, and then the driver just takes off without stopping to help or give their information. This kind of accident can really hurt or even kill someone, and the drivers who run […]
The violent forces of a crash and traumatic blows that a car occupant can suffer often result in a wide range of neck injuries, including sprains, strains, herniated discs, fractures, and spinal cord damage. However, many car accident victims who suffer neck injuries often have difficulty recovering injury compensation for their medical expenses and lost […]
When you are driving on freeways, or anywhere for that matter, there is always the risk of getting involved in an accident. Driving in itself is a risky proposition, so it is important to know how to file an accident claim. A New York Car Accident Attorney will file a car accident claim by gathering all […]
Has an unexpected injury altered your way of life? Are medical bills, fear of lost wages, and court dates a burdensome haze? If, like many of us, you are entirely in the dark when it comes to an understanding the personal injury claim process, then this blog post is just the thing to bring a […]
We’ve all been there. You’re walking down the street, going about your day, when you suddenly suffer injuries in an accident that were someone else’s fault. Of course, what are you supposed to do in the aftermath of it all? Well, lucky for you, we’ve got the perfect guide to help you get through it. […]
