compensation

What To Do, And What To Avoid, After Being Injured In An Accident

Published on: April 29, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

4-29-25-do-do-not-300x129 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 your accident, you could be entitled to significant compensation, both for your existing losses and your long-term needs.

However, the steps you take after being involved in an accident could impact your claim’s chances of success. Here’s what to do—and what to avoid—after being injured in a New York personal injury accident:

5 Steps To Take After An Accident

I Signed A Waiver. Will That Prevent Me From Filing A Lawsuit?

Published on: April 9, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

4-9-25-liability-waiver-300x200 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 Waivers

Most liability waivers contain the following components:

How To Avoid Workplace Personal Injuries

Published on: April 2, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

4-2-25-workplace-safety-300x189 Everyone in the United States has a right to a safe workplace.

Although some occupations are inherently more dangerous than others, you shouldn’t have to worry about unexpected hazards in your workplace that you haven’t been trained to manage. If you’ve been injured because of an unsafe condition at work, you don’t have to settle for an apology and empty promises.

The Role of Employers in Providing a Safe Workplace

Personal Injury Terminology 101

Published on: March 25, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

3-25-25-things-to-know-300x200 Legal terms can be challenging to understand, even in context.

Here are some of the most common terms you’re likely to encounter after filing a personal injury lawsuit:

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New York’s Driver’s License Law

Published on: March 18, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

3-18-25-drivers-license-300x100 Every state in the country has licensing requirements.

In New York, these requirements are outlined in Title 5 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law. As a general rule, any person operating an automobile must be “duly licensed” if they:

• Operate a motor vehicle upon a public roadway; and

New York Dog Bite Laws

Published on: March 13, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

New York’s Legal Standard for Dog Bite Claims

Dog bite victims almost always have a right to recover damages from the pet’s owner.

However, an unusual combination of statutes, case law, and precedent can make it difficult for survivors to obtain significant compensation. This is because, in New York, most dog bite claims are assessed using two legal principles:

Local Statistics On Personal Injuries

Published on: February 25, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

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 for road accidents in the last decade.

Can I Be Successfully Sued For Waving A Car In Front Of Me?

Published on: February 11, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

2-11-25-waving-car-on-300x200 Small acts of kindness can backfire.

Although it may seem unfair, gestures such as waving another motorist through an intersection can have serious, unexpected consequences.

Here’s what you need to know about waving accidents in New York:

Obtaining Compensation For Wrongful Death After A Fatal Dog Bite Accident

Published on: January 29, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

New York’s Definition of Wrongful Death

The term “wrongful death” has a specific legal meaning.

Every state has its own definition of what constitutes a wrongful death. In New York, a wrongful death is any death caused by a “wrongful act, neglect or default.”

How To Get Compensation For Emotional Distress After A Dog Bite Accident

Published on: January 22, 2025 | By Dietrich Law Firm P.C.

Understanding Emotional Distress Damages

If you have been injured in a dog attack that was not your fault, you could be entitled to significant compensation for your injuries.

Although every case is unique in its circumstances, many victims can obtain relief for emotional distress. In the context of a dog bite claim, the term “emotional distress” refers to the psychological impact of a traumatic event or physical injury.