If you’ve been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you shouldn’t be left paying the costs out of your pocket. Under New York state law, accident victims often have a right to recover damages from the person or party who caused their injuries. Depending on the circumstances of…
Liability waivers differ in language and terms, but most serve a similar purpose: protecting at least one party from legal claims resulting from accidental injury. If you sign a waiver, you are, in effect, relinquishing your right to file a lawsuit or initiate other legal action. Making Sense of Liability…
New York State’s Safety Snapshot Almost every state in the country has seen a rise in accident rates since 2020. New York, unfortunately, is no exception to this worrying trend. Traffic-related injuries and fatalities have surged from one year to the next, with 2022 listed as the most dangerous year…
Slip-and-fall accidents can have many different outcomes. Suppose an accident survivor sustains serious injuries through no fault of their own. In that case, they are often entitled to file a claim for compensation that can be used to pay for medical debt, replace lost income from work, and mitigate mental…
In many ways, the effects of driving while fatigued mirror the effects of driving under the influence of either drugs or alcohol. According to some studies, sleep-deprived motorists have slower reaction times than those who are drunk. Similar effects have been reported concerning “lateral control,” or the ability to stay…
Pedestrian accidents can leave survivors grappling with intense physical pain and overwhelming financial strain. Although you could be entitled to significant compensation for your injuries, securing a fair settlement isn’t always straightforward. You should protect your rights to recovery by taking the following steps: Make a Doctor’s Appointment, and Keep…
Every car insurance company has its own rules determining how, where, and when drivers should submit accident claims. However, most agencies have similar expectations that might make filing a claim seem easy, but could risk your right to a fair recovery. The Importance Of Filing An Insurance Claim New York…
Head-on collisions almost always pose a very real risk of injury or death. For survivors, the costs of recovery can be enormous. If you have been injured in a front-impact crash that was not your fault, you may be entitled to significant compensation. You should protect your rights by taking…
Few fatal car accidents can be anticipated, but many have causes that can and should be attributed to somebody other than the victim. Wrongful death lawsuits give New York families an opportunity to both reclaim their financial independence and to ensure that a wrongdoer is held accountable for a loved…
In New York, no-fault insurance coverage is limited in its ability to mitigate the serious impacts of long-term emotional distress. However, survivors with serious injuries retain the right to file a claim for compensation against the person or party who caused their accident. Under most circumstances, a personal injury lawsuit…
