What is the difference between personal injury claims and wrongful death claims?
Personal injury claims and wrongful death claims are two types of tort cases that arise when a person is injured or dies due to the negligence or intentional act of another person, company, or other entity. In strict liability cases, negligence or intent is not required to bring a personal injury or wrongful death claim. If[...]
What Is “Black Box” Data and How Can It Strengthen My Truck Accident Claim?
The state of New York follows a “no-fault” insurance system, which means motorists typically turn to their own insurance providers for compensation after a truck accident, regardless of whether they were responsible for the crash. If you sustained severe injuries, though, the costs associated with treating them will be extensive and could exceed the limits of[...]
Product Defects in New York City
When a consumer makes a purchase, they typically assume that the product they are buying is reasonably safe for consumer use. The public puts a huge amount of trust into the companies that make our everyday products and hopes that the company ensures the safety of these products. Unfortunately, when a designer or manufacturer fails to[...]
5 Steps to Take After a Pedestrian Accident
Because of the sheer number of people in New York and the constant congestion at virtually every intersection, the city has a fairly high rate of pedestrian accidents. According to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, for example, there were nearly 500 pedestrian fatalities in the city between 2012 and 2014 alone.[...]
3 FAQs About Truck Accidents Caused by Fatigue
The dangers of getting behind the wheel while under the influence of drugs or alcohol are obvious, but people rarely consider themselves unable to drive if they are sleep deprived. In reality, though, drowsy driving can be just as risky as drunk driving. According to the National Sleep Foundation, lack of sleep has similar effects on[...]
NYC Statutes of Limitations
When an individual in New York City becomes injured due to the negligence of another party, they may suffer significant burdens that are both financial and nonfinancial in nature. Of course, when this happens, they may want to pursue legal options in an effort to recover compensation. One of the most important things that an individual should[...]
