Category: Personal Injury
April 2, 2016
File a claim before it becomes too late
Accident victims only have so long to file a personal injury claim before they lose their right to pursue compensation from the responsible party. This...
August 1, 2015
NYC Pays $138M in Settlements Because of Pothole Damage
New York has paid out around $138 million in settlements resulting from defective roadways all around the city – mostly due to pothole damage –...
July 8, 2015
New York Zone of Danger Rule
By: Michael Rose In New York, a person may be able to recover damages for witnessing an accident involving an immediate family member. This is...
July 8, 2015
New York Zone of Danger Rules
New York has special provisions known as “Zone of Danger” rules, under which individuals can pursue compensation if they witness the death or serious injury...
June 19, 2015
Can I just pursue my injury claim on my own?
Even if the outcome of your personal injury claim seems obvious, the legal process that you will almost certainly need to work through can be...
April 20, 2015
How does a statute of limitations affect my claim?
If you have been injured in an accident caused by the negligence or recklessness of a third party, you may be eligible to receive compensation...
January 21, 2015
If I am offered a settlement early on, should I accept it?
While it may be tempting to accept a settlement early on in the process to speed matters along, it may not be in your best...
November 12, 2014
Cellulitis
By: Russell Ragland Cellulitis is a common bacterial infection of the skin and deep underlying tissues. Streptococcus and Staphylococcus are bacteria responsible for cellulitis, and...
July 31, 2014
Technology identifies personal injury claims across NYC
New York City comptroller Scott Stringer developed a program designed to identify problems regarding the city’s services in order to target areas where safety may be...
March 27, 2014
Benefits of Fusion Surgery
Modern surgical procedures can provide an enormous degree of improvement in the quality of patients’ lives. The benefits of surgery can range from pain reduction...
December 19, 2013
Don’t wait to seek legal advice after an accident
Many people fail to seek legal action after being involved in an accident, potentially costing them a great deal of much-needed money. Because many people...
December 18, 2013
Waiting Too Long to Seek Legal Advice Can Cost You Dearly
I spoke with an old friend I had not spoken with in years. He knows our firm represents plaintiffs in personal injury actions and wanted...