17
Jun
How to Prove Sexual Assault
Sexual assault attorney Michael Lamonsoff and his legal team will obtain compelling evidence, such as a copy of the police report, medical records, therapy and counseling records, forensic evidence, witness accounts, proof of any communication with the defendant, and any other po...
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17
Jun
What Are The Effects of Structural Failure in a Building?
Structural failures can cause a building to partially or totally collapse, resulting in catastrophic injuries and deaths. A structurally defective building can collapse while it is under construction or while it is being used – depending on the severity of the defects. In New Yor...
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17
Jun
3 Most Dangerous Construction Site Equipment
Occupational injuries and fatalities are extremely common in the construction industry. Data shows that in 2019, construction-related fatalities accounted for 20% of occupational fatalities in the private industry. Heavy equipment related accidents account for a significant perce...
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17
Jun
New York Adult Survivors Act (ASA)
New York has become one of the most progressive states in the fight for justice for sexual assault survivors and sexual abuse survivors. Legislation, such as the recently passed Adult Survivors Act (ASA) and the previously passed act the Child’s Victim Act (CVA), give survivors o...
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17
Jun
Premises Liability vs. Negligence
Two of the most common legal doctrines that can be applied to personal injury claims are premises liability and negligence. Not many people, however, know the differences between the two legal doctrines. How exactly is premises liability different from general negligence? Here’s...
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17
Jun
Is Premises Liability a Tort?
Premises liability is a legal doctrine under which the owner or occupier of a property can be held financially responsible for torts that occur on their premises. A tort – as defined by English tort law – is a civil wrongdoing that leads to legal liability. In other words, if and...
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17
Jun
How to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been injured by a negligent third party and intend to sue them, you need an experienced and resourceful personal injury lawyer on your side. Moreover, with thousands of personal injury lawyers in New York City to choose from, picking the right lawyer to handle your cl...
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17
Jun
How Long Can a Car Accident Case Take?
If you have been injured in a car accident and are planning to sue the at-fault party, you might be wondering how long your case might take to settle and when you might be able to receive the settlement from the insurance company. The truth is that there is no definitive answer t...
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17
Jun
Common Types of Heavy Equipment Accidents
Heavy equipment and machinery are commonly used in industrial facilities, warehouses, construction sites, and manufacturing plants. Due to their size, weight, and the nature of tasks they perform, these machines need to be handled with a great deal of care and caution. Unfortunat...
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17
Jun
Can I Change My Accident Lawyer?
When you choose an accident lawyer to handle your injury claim, you do so in the hope that they might be able to achieve the outcome you want. If the lawyer fails to live up to your expectations and if you believe that they might not be able to achieve a positive outcome, you mig...
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