17
Jun
How To File A Personal Injury Claim In New York?
Under New York law, if you get injured because of someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional act, you have the legal right to file a personal injury claim (also referred to as a tort claim) against the at-fault party and recover compensatory damages. In this short gu...
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17
Jun
The Most Common Causes Of Commercial Truck Accidents
When a commercial truck collides with a passenger vehicle, the consequences can be devastating for the victims. A fully loaded 18-wheeler can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, whereas the average passenger vehicle only weighs a small fraction of it. In the event of an accident, the...
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17
Jun
Tips For Choosing A Commercial Truck Accident Lawyer
Commercial truck accident claims often tend to be more complex than other types of personal injury claims due to the involvement of federal regulations and the fact that multiple parties can be held liable. To be able to hold all the at-fault parties liable and recover the compen...
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17
Jun
What To Expect During A Construction Accident Lawsuit
Under New York law, construction workers who are injured in work-related accidents have the right to sue the general contractor, construction site owner, or any other third-party who was responsible for ensuring their safety at the site. In this short guide, we will review the st...
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17
Jun
How To Choose A Construction Accident Lawyer
Every year, a large number of workers are injured on the construction sites in New York. Unfortunately, not everyone gets the compensation they are legally entitled to. This is because many of the injured victims end up hiring the first personal injury lawyer they come across, ev...
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17
Jun
The Latest News In Construction Safety
New York has some of the most comprehensive laws and regulations in place to ensure the safety of construction workers. Still, construction accidents continue to happen regularly – largely due to the negligence and lack of regulatory compliance on the part of contractors and cons...
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17
Jun
The Role Of Compensation: Understanding Damages In Slip And Fall Cases
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident due to another’s fault, you might be wondering as to what kind of damages you are entitled to. Under New York law, you have the right to recover economic as well as non-economic damages from the negligent party – depending on t...
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17
Jun
What Caused the Lower Manhattan Parking Garage to Collapse? Injuries, Fatalities, and an Investigation into Safety Concerns
On April 18, 2023, the upper levels of a five-story parking garage in Lower Manhattan collapsed, resulting in the tragic death of one person and injuring at least five others. The parking garage is owned by Enterprise Ann Parking, LLC, and is located at 57 Ann Street in the Finan...
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17
Jun
Who Is At Fault For A Slip And Fall?
Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common causes of injury, accounting for over 8 million hospital emergency room visits in the country annually. From broken bones to head injuries, the fallout from a slip and fall accident can be severe and long-lasting, affecting your...
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17
Jun
What To Do If You're An Illegal Worker And Get Injured On The Job?
Illegal workers in New York often face a unique predicament when they suffer injuries on the job. On the one hand, they need medical attention and lost wages compensation just like any other worker. On the other hand, they may fear retaliation or even deportation if they pursue l...
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