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If you are injured in a collision while riding a motorcycle in New York, you might be wondering whether the state’s “no-fault” insurance laws will cover your injuries and damage to your bike. In most cases, the answer would be “no,” because Article 51 of the New York State Insurance

You may be eager to hit the road on two wheels, but before you venture onto New York streets, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with local laws and riding requirements. At Finz & Finz, P.C. our legal team wants to help you understand safe motorcycle riding in

Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation known as Carlos’ Law, amending a New York State penal law. This law increases the penalties for construction employers who are liable for an employee’s death or severe injury. Increasing penalties that corporations can face adds another layer of accountability for safety protocols on construction

According to New York Labor Law 240, employers must provide adequate devices and equipment to keep employees safe while working at elevated levels. In other words, all contractors, owners, and their agents must erect or provide scaffolding, slings, braces, ladders, ropes, pulleys, hoists, blocks, irons, and other devices to protect

Getting hurt in an accident can upend your life. Instead of going about your usual routine, you must deal with doctor’s appointments, insurance claims, and medical bills. It’s an overwhelming situation for anyone to handle. However, pursuing action against the person or company responsible for the accident is more complex

Road rash is one of the most common injuries in motorcycle accidents. Without a seatbelt, riders get ejected from their bikes and slide across the pavement. Severe road rash can occur even in low-speed crashes. According to statistics published in the Bulletin of American College of Surgeons, there were 20,407

The Statue of Liberty is one of New York City’s most popular attractions. According to the National Park Service (NPS), as many as 4.5 million people visit Liberty Island and the Statue of Liberty National Monument each year. While the NPS has installed safety systems and set rules to help keep

An expert witness is a person with specialized knowledge in a particular area of study that could provide valuable evidence in a personal injury case. Attorneys often consult expert witnesses during various stages of a case to obtain substantial evidence that supports their arguments. These witnesses can assist with accident

Tractor-trailers and other commercial vehicles carry many of the goods we use every day, but they also pose a significant safety hazard for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. In a dense, crowded city like New York, semi-trucks can also cause catastrophic traffic jams as they struggle to navigate narrow streets with

You can file a lawsuit against the person or company responsible for causing your injury in an e-scooter accident. However, proving liability in a personal injury case is challenging. It requires a thorough investigation and substantial evidence. You must show the at-fault party, such as the driver of a car,