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Posted in Car Accidents on May 6, 2022
Receiving a settlement check from a car accident in New York is the last step in the personal injury claims process. Generally, you can expect a settlement check within 30 days after signing a final settlement agreement. However, getting to the point of signing a settlement agreement can take several months to more than a… read more
Posted in Car Accidents on April 30, 2022
Car accidents in New York City can cause many different injuries. Injuries might include broken bones and fractures, spinal injuries, soft tissue injuries, and neck injuries. As a result, doctors often prescribe physical therapy as part of the treatment plan after a car accident. Who Pays for Physical Therapy After a Car Accident? New York… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on April 29, 2022
Construction sites are dangerous, and construction accidents are among the most common workplace accidents. In most cases, you would file a workers’ compensation claim against your employer for a construction site injury and leave it at that. New York law contains an exception, however, that might allow you to file an ordinary personal injury lawsuit… read more
Posted in Car Accidents on April 26, 2022
Rideshare services have filled an important gap between public transit and taxis for those who do not own a car. And in some respects, rideshares like Uber and Lyft are safer than public transit or taxis. But you can always take steps to improve your safety when you use rideshare services. From avoiding assault to… read more
Posted in Slip and Fall Accidents on April 25, 2022
Falls are the top cause of accidental injuries, and the third-leading cause of accidental deaths in the U.S. Slip & falls, along with falls from a height, lead to 6.8 million emergency room visits every year. About 1.1 million of these ER visits result from a fall down a staircase. A fall down a flight… read more
Posted in Construction Accidents on April 22, 2022
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has federal authority to set and enforce workplace safety standards. OSHA has used its power and expertise to publish guidelines covering everything from noise exposure to how healthcare workers handle blood. OSHA establishes these regulations by collecting massive volumes of data about workplace accidents. This information helps… read more
Posted in Workplace Accidents on April 12, 2022
New York City can experience extreme weather conditions: freezing temperatures and heavy snow in the winter; heat and humidity in the summer. New York can even get tropical storms and hurricanes in the fall. Through all of these weather extremes, New Yorkers still go to work. And while you cannot prevent every workplace accident, thinking… read more
Posted in Slip and Fall Accidents on April 5, 2022
Generally, everyone has a duty to conduct their affairs with sufficient care to avoid injuring others. A motorist, for example, must drive safely by obeying traffic laws and making prudent driving decisions. The owner of a building or parcel of real estate must ensure that their property is reasonably safe for visitors. If a visitor… read more
Posted in Car Accidents on April 1, 2022
New York uses a no-fault auto insurance system. After a car accident, you will look to your insurer for injury compensation. You will only seek compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurer if you exhaust your no-fault benefits or you suffer a serious injury. As a result, you may need to know the other driver’s insurance… read more
Posted in Car Accidents on March 24, 2022
After a car accident, you may be injured. You will likely be flustered. And if you have never had an accident before, you might be lost as to what you should do. The steps you take after a car accident can have wide-ranging impacts. Your actions could help determine whether you can recover compensation for… read more
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