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If you were injured in a car accident in New York City, you might have questions about your rights and obligations. One of the most common questions our attorneys get is whether not wearing a seat belt might adversely impact your car accident claim. In New York, as of last
Driving in inclement weather can present a variety of hazards to motorists, one of which is hydroplaning. Rainy conditions in New York can make roadways risky for motorists, and some drivers ignore those risks, which can lead to a hydroplaning accident. In other instances, roadway defects that the city failed
Back and neck trauma from car accidents frequently leaves victims with herniated disc injuries. A herniated disc can be debilitating, causing severe pain, impaired mobility, and other long-term damage. Victims usually face extensive rehabilitation, time off work, and costly medical expenses as they recuperate from their injury. If you’ve suffered
ShopRite is a retailers’ cooperative with multiple locations scattered across Long Island, including Plainview, Bay Shore, and Uniondale. It was originally founded in 1946 and is the largest food retailer in the New York area. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident in a Long Island
Gathering evidence is one of the most critical factors in establishing liability if you plan to file a personal injury claim after a car accident. While many types of relevant evidence could help support your case — including police reports, photos of the scene, physician’s testimony, witness testimony, and more
Pedestrian accidents are an all-too-common occurrence on the busy streets of New York. Motorists have a responsibility to drive cautiously when pedestrians are present and are required to yield the right-of-way. Unfortunately, distracted, tired, intoxicated, or otherwise negligent drivers often strike pedestrians, and when a vehicle that weighs thousands of
Witnessing a car accident can be shocking, particularly if it results in serious injuries or property damage. But if you’re a New Yorker, then chances are you’ll witness a collision at some point. The state of New York reported 447,021 crashes in 2019. Car accidents are especially common in major
Car accidents are one of the common causes of spinal cord injuries in New York. These are some of the most severe and devastating injuries a person can suffer. Because the spinal cord contains the major bundle of nerves that carries impulses from the brain to the rest of the
Anesthesiologists are required to adhere to the standard of care and closely monitor patients while they are under anesthesia. Anesthesiologists are also required to adjust anesthesia for every patient with their medical history in mind. They are also expected to make sure that post-anesthetic care is properly administered. When an anesthesiologist
New York’s Medical Indemnity Fund was designed to provide a funding source for future health care costs of infants in medical malpractice claims who sustained neurological injuries due to medical malpractice. Established in 2011, the Medical Indemnity Fund has two main purposes1) to pay costs necessary to meet the health