Personal Injury
Can I hold social media responsible for personal injuries?
Product liability is a branch of personal injury with a long and storied history. It allows consumers to sue manufacturers that produce defective and dangerous products. It gives New York, New York, victims a path to civil justice and to be made whole again, at least...
An alternative to workers’ compensation
Like other states, New York has a workers’ compensation system. Employees who get hurt at work can claim medical benefits and reimbursement of lost wages through this system. The good news is that a worker does not have to prove their employer was negligent to get...
Retail workers are at risk of a slip-and-fall accident
If you work a retail job in New York, you spend a lot of time on your feet. Retail jobs are more physical than people think. Aside from standing behind a register, you likely spend a lot of time walking, bending and stretching as you clean the store, unpack inventory...
What is premises liability, and can it help my claim?
People often hear about premises liability, especially after an accident that results in significant injury to the victim. While not all accidents are someone else’s fault, the conditions or the location where the accident occurred can play a role in the injury....
How do I know how much my claim is worth?
People who have been injured in a car accident caused by the negligence of another driver need money, and they oftentimes need it quickly in order to make ends meet. If you’re in this situation, then you’re probably wondering what your personal injury claim is worth....
The hidden dangers of wheelchair ramps
Ramps are more than inclined places for kids to run up and down, they are important devices that make the world more accessible for everyone. A New York area resident may think that these ramps are safe but there are hidden dangers that can be lurking. Many different...
Did sleep apnea cause your truck accident?
As scary as it sounds, the truth is that truck accidents occur all the time, and they have numerous causes. Poor truck maintenance, insecure cargo, and intoxication can all pose serious risks to other drivers. But tired and fatigued driving can be just as dangerous,...
When must snow and ice be removed from sidewalks?
Some people may like the snow and others may hate it, but it is something that everyone in New York will need to deal with from time to time. This means that people need to take precautions while snow is on the ground to protect themselves from injury. Snow and ice...