Swallowing Injuries
ER Visits Doubled for Young Kids Because of This… American children are going to the emergency room more than ever before from swallowing dangerous items. According to The New York Times, a recent study published last week in the journal Pediatrics revealed that the number of children under 6 who were medically seen for swallowing toys, […]
New York Dram Shop Laws
New York is similar to many other states in that if you end up being injured due to an intoxicated individual’s own negligence, you can then bring up any type of personal injury claim against that person. But here in New York your legal options don’t necessarily stop with a claim against the intoxicated individual, […]
205-e Injured Officers’ Right to Sue
Police officers put themselves in the line of fire every day — both literally and figuratively. Whether responding to an emergency or simply pulling over a speeding driver, the job of New York law enforcement officers is filled with dangers and the possibility of serious injury or even death. The New York Legislature has recognized […]
Bicycle Accidents
Bicycle Accidents In NYC Are Up Bicyclists in New York City should beware. This past January (a month not typically known for heavy bike traffic) saw a concerning increase in both bicycle injuries and traffic fatalities this year. With warmer weather right around the corner, riders should stay educated on the common causes of bicycle […]
The Statute of Limitations for New York Car Accident Claims
If you have been hurt in a car accident, the last thing that you want to worry about is how long you have to file a lawsuit. Yet under New York law, there are very strict deadlines for filing legal claims — and these deadlines depend on a number of factors, such as who was […]
Soft Tissue Injuries
Not every personal injury case involves a catastrophic fall or a major car accident. Many involve much smaller types of harm. While these cases may not seem as flashy, they are just as important — particularly to those dealing with the pain and discomfort associated with these types of injuries. One of the more common […]
Motorcycle Safety
Motorcycle Safety: Share The Road To Save Lives The arrival of the spring solstice is also the start of motorcycle season. As the weather begins to warm up, motorcycles will be everywhere. To help keep all drivers safe this spring, New York motorists must be willing to share the road and do their part in […]
New York Car Accident Settlement Process
Being in a car accident can be incredibly frightening. Dealing with the aftermath can be equally stressful, particularly as you start to deal with insurance companies and paperwork while you attempt to recover from your injuries. One of the most frustrating aspects of the process for many people is that they don’t understand the process. […]
Rejecting and Responding to a Low Insurance Settlement Offer
For those of us who are fans of legal dramas on television, the idea of going to court over a personal injury lawsuit may seem exciting — and a little nerve-wracking. In reality, the vast majority of personal injury cases are settled outside of court. This makes it incredibly important that your Long Island personal […]
March is Workplace Eye Safety Awareness Month
Occupational eye injuries happen more often than you think. More than 2,000 workers sustain an eye-related injury on the job every day according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Of these injuries, 10 to 20 percent result in temporary or permanent vision loss that could change the course of a worker’s life […]