New York pedestrians are protected by the city’s right of way law. This statute makes it possible for accident victims to seek compensation for medical care, lost income, and other injury-related expenses. Get in touch with our New York City car accident lawyers today to discuss your legal options. Keeping …
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What Defenses to Slip and Fall Claims Are There in New York?
Like with any injury claim, the court will not simply award you compensation if you are hurt in a slip and fall. The property owner will also have the chance to be heard. In some cases, they could offer a valid defense that might absolve them of all civil liability. …
How Do You Prove Negligence in a Slip and Fall Case?
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere. Yet, they will not all result in a successful claim for monetary compensation. If you have fallen on another person’s property, your ability to hold the owner liable for your injuries will depend on the facts of your case. Slip and fall …
What Do I Do After a Car Accident That Wasn’t My Fault?
The one hard and fast rule to follow after any auto collision is to take care of yourself and, if necessary, any passengers in your car. Check everyone over for injuries and contact emergency responders if needed. Now is a great time for someone who’s trained in first aid to …
How Do You Prove Fault in Slip and Fall Accident?
Proving fault in a slip and fall accident is often not easy. In many cases, the property owner and the victim may both share some liability. However, property owners have a duty of care to keep their premises safe, and they must also remedy any dangerous conditions. The New York …
What is a Soft Tissue Injury in a Car Accident?
Car accident injuries can run the gamut from minor bumps and cuts to fractured bones and loss of limb. The impact of a crash can also create soft tissue injuries–one of the most overlooked but potentially damaging types of bodily harm. This is characterized as any damage to the muscles, …
What Are the Most Common Slip and Fall Injuries?
Slip and fall accidents are responsible for countless injuries across the United States each year. While some of these mishaps are relatively minor, others require many years of expensive medical treatments. One thing which all of these accidents have in common is that they require some form of medical attention– …
What is the Average Payout for a Whiplash Injury in a Car Accident?
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries in a car accident– so it’s no surprise that many people ask about the average payout. Nationally, it falls somewhere between $10,000 and $20,000, but the amount will vary based on the specific injury and whether the claimant has a personal injury …
Backing Up Car Accident: Who Is At Fault?
When a driver backs into a vehicle parked in a lot or on the street, they are at fault. However, not all collisions are that simple. When two drivers back up into each other, fault will depend on the circumstances—specifically, which driver had the right of way. At Douglas & …
What if Someone Else Gets in an Accident in My Car?
In “no-fault” New York State, auto insurance policies are attached to the vehicles, not the drivers. So, if you’ve let a friend or family member borrow your car, your policy will cover injuries and property damage should an accident occur. On the bright side, if you’re in a position to …
