How can pain and suffering increase a car crash settlement?
A car accident often leaves more than just vehicle damage. You may have to deal with daily pain, anxiety during commutes and limits on work or school after the crash. The law may treat these losses as pain and suffering, which can increase the overall value of your car accident...
Continue ReadingNo witnesses? How technology helps explain accident cases
In a city as busy as New York, accidents happen quickly. Construction sites start early, traffic moves nonstop and people pass through intersections without slowing down. A worker can get hurt on a job site, or a crash can happen at a busy corner, and the crowd keeps moving. Even...
Continue ReadingHurt in a friend’s car? Do not sue—do this instead
Getting hurt as a passenger in a friend’s car is stressful, and the thought of the crash affecting your friendship or their finances makes it worse. But in New York, the law protects passengers without forcing them to act directly against their friends. Knowing how these protections work can help...
Continue ReadingWhat types of compensation can you receive after a construction accident?
A construction accident drastically changes your life, bringing physical pain and financial hardship. Knowing your rights and the compensation you can receive becomes essential as you recover. New York law offers ways to recover, helping you stabilize your life after such a serious event. Who qualifies for compensation? Usually, people...
Continue ReadingSupporting your family after a construction accident
One serious accident can change everything. In a split second, your family may go from planning the weekend to managing hospital visits, medical bills and lost income. Construction sites are inherently dangerous, and when someone you love gets hurt, the impact reverberates throughout the entire household. If this happens, take...
Continue ReadingHow to file a construction accident claim in New York
Construction sites are among the most dangerous workplaces in New York. When accidents happen, injured workers often face serious medical challenges and financial uncertainty as a result of their circumstances. If you have been hurt on the job, it is important to understand your rights, your options and the steps...
Continue Reading5 things all construction workers should know about injury claims
Working in construction is a dangerous career path. Construction professionals often have to do their jobs at a significant elevation or below grade. They have to work with heavy machinery or dangerous tools that cause vibration-related injuries. They are at risk of overexertion and a host of different traumatic injuries....
Continue ReadingWho pays for the cost generated by an Uber or Lyft crash?
Rideshare services have made on-demand transportation more accessible. Potential passengers no longer need to know the reputations of different taxi services in every city they visit. People can use an app to call for a ride at almost any location. When they are sick, intoxicated or unfamiliar with their surroundings,...
Continue Reading7 shocking statistics about car accidents in New York City
Heavy traffic and crashes are part of city life. For those in New York City, traveling on foot, in a vehicle or on a bicycle can be particularly dangerous. A review of recent crash statistics helps provide insight into the risks people face when traveling the city. Drivers, cyclists and...
Continue ReadingThe Hidden Dangers of New York City Construction Sites: Are You at Risk?
Construction sites typically feature heavy equipment and numerous busy workers. Many of the safety hazards at construction sites are perfectly obvious. The risk of falls, for example, is a well-known job hazard. Unfortunately, not everyone who enters or works at a construction site in New York recognizes the various safety...
Continue ReadingHispanic Workers Beware: Know Your Rights After a Construction Accident
New York City is a bustling metropolis that is always changing and evolving. You can see construction sites throughout the city. Unfortunately, the hard-working men and women who handle construction projects face very serious hazards when they’re on a job site. Some of these hazards are so serious that they...
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