Category Archives: General
Rising Cyclist Numbers in New York City: A Look at Increased Accidents and Injuries
Introduction As New York City embraces a greener and more active mode of transport, the number of cyclists weaving through its streets has surged dramatically. However, this positive trend brings with it a less favorable aspect: an increase in cycling-related accidents and injuries. This article aims to explore this correlation and its implications for… Read More »
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: COHAN LAW FIRM SECURES DECISIVE VICTORY IN APPELLATE DIVISION SECOND DEPARTMENT OF NEW YORK
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York, NY – 12/7/2023 – Cohan Law Firm (cohanlegal.com), a leading personal injury law firm in New York, secured a significant decision at the Appellate Division Second Department of New York. The firm, represented by Michael Cohan and Beth S. Gereg, successfully defended the rights of their client in an… Read More »
Will my insurance go up if I am in an accident?
If you are in an accident, your insurance should NOT go up UNLESS you caused the accident. However, insurance companies may raise your premium with the proper notice, and you may be forced to switch insurance companies.
Can I sue my landlord if my ceiling collapses?
If your ceiling collapses and you are injured, you may sue your landlord for your injuries. The landlord must have had actual or constructive notice that the ceiling could have collapsed. Contact an attorney today to discuss your possible lawsuit.
Can I sue a restaurant for getting Covid-19?
In order to bring a case against a business for catching Covid-19, you have to prove that the business was negligent. The challenge with Covid-19 is proving you contracted covid-19 while patronizing that business. Due to the nature of Covid-19, it is difficult to prove where you contracted it from. Thus, it is very… Read More »
Trip and Fall at a Friend’s Party
If I trip and fall at a friend’s house while at a party, do you have a case? It depends. There has to be a defect that on the premises that caused you to fall. If you simply fall over your own feet, you do not have a case.
If a Drunk Driver hits me, do I have a case?
Yes. If a driver is drunk and hits you while intoxicated, you may have a case against them. However, if the driver was drunk but did not cause the accident, you may not have a case against them. For instance, if you rear end a drunk driver at a red light, you will not… Read More »
Am I responsible if a car hits me while I am stopped?
If your car is parked or at a full stop and another car hits you, that car is fully responsible. However, if you are illegally parked or otherwise parked negligently, then you may be partially or fully at fault for the accident.
Who is responsible if material falls off a truck and hits me?
The truck or car company is responsible to secure materials on the truck. If the materials fall off and strike you and cause injury, then the truck company and their insurance are responsible.
Will my insurance go up if I am in an accident?
Your insurance should NOT go up if you are NOT at fault in an accident. However, most insurance companies will raise your insurance regardless.
