New York City runs on delivery. From Amazon vans and UPS box trucks to Uber Eats and DoorDash cyclists weaving through traffic, the rise of on-demand services has flooded the streets with commercial and app-based drivers. With this surge has come a sharp increase in courier-related crashes, often caused by …
Car Accidents
What to Know About Getting Compensation for Road Rage Accidents
Road rage is a dangerous reality for drivers across New York City. From tailgating on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway to drivers swerving in Times Square, aggressive driving puts innocent lives at risk. When anger behind the wheel turns into an accident, the consequences aren’t just frightening; they’re legally complex. Criminal charges …
Uninsured Driver Accidents: Learn Your Options for Compensation
You’re driving through Midtown when traffic suddenly stops, and another car slams into your bumper. Dazed, you pull over to exchange information, but instead of an insurance card, the other driver admits they don’t have coverage. Now you’re injured, staring at medical bills and repair estimates, wondering how you’ll afford …
Tips for Handling the Insurance Adjuster After a Truck Accident
Soon after a truck accident in NYC, you may hear from the other driver’s insurance adjuster, often before you’ve had a chance to process what happened. They may sound helpful, but their job is to save the company money, not protect your recovery. At Douglas & London, our NYC truck …
What’s the Best Way to Document My Injuries After a Car Accident?
The moments immediately following a car accident in New Orleans can be chaotic. Between dealing with pain, assessing vehicle damage, and speaking with police, it’s easy to overlook properly documenting your injuries. But if you’re involved in one of the thousands of injury-causing crashes in NOLA each year, the way …
What Are Common Long-Term Costs of Truck Accidents?
When a commercial truck collides with a passenger vehicle in New York City, the immediate aftermath is obvious—wrecked vehicles and emergency responders whisking the injured away to the hospital. But what many don’t realize is that the long-term costs of truck accidents often dwarf the expenses associated with the initial …
How Are Lost Wages Calculated in NYC Car Accident Claims?
You and your loved ones rely on your paychecks every pay period. Missing even a single payday can put enormous financial strain on your family. Unfortunately, car accidents often result in injuries that put victims out of work—and that means no paychecks for weeks, months, or even years. At Douglas …
Paralyzed in an Accident? Learn How an Injury Lawyer Can Help
Paralysis from an accident can create enormous medical, emotional, and financial challenges for the victim. While nothing can fully restore what was lost in the accident, skilled legal representation can help you get the resources you and your loved ones need for support. At Douglas & London, we bring specialized …
How Do I File a Claim After I’m Injured in a Crash Involving a Commercial Truck in NYC?
On the congested and busy streets of NYC, truck crashes are particularly common—and dangerous. A truck crash can affect anyone: drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, or rideshare passengers. Whether you’re injured in a collision involving an 18-wheeler, a delivery truck, or another commercial vehicle, it’s important to know that the path to …
Compensation for New York City Car Accident Victims
Pursuant to New York’s no-fault insurance law, car accident victims typically receive financial compensation for any injuries and property damage sustained in the crash through their own auto insurance provider. While this makes it more efficient and convenient to receive compensation for minor injuries, the New York City car accident …