It’s always a good idea to talk to one of our New York City car accident lawyers after a car wreck. This includes rear-end accidents. Only a properly trained lawyer can render a professional opinion on complex issues such as liability and damages. Who’s at fault in a rear-end collision? …
Blog
Injured Slipping on Ice? Here’s What You Need to Know
Everyone who lives in a northern climate faces the risk of injury from slipping and falling on ice. The New York accident and injury attorneys at Douglas & London help victims recover compensation from property owners who failed to clear dangerous ice and other hazardous conditions from their property. A …
Pre-Winter Car Safety Check
You can best prepare for New York’s icy streets if you check your car well before the cold weather sets in. A pre-winter car safety check can reduce breakdowns and get you through the inevitable delays and traffic stoppages. Keeping your car well-maintained for all driving conditions will also improve …
Is Your Child Addicted to Juul E-Cigarettes?
According to recent surveys, roughly 10 percent of students in American middle and high schools are regularly vaping. This amounts to over 2 million teens and young adults who are putting themselves at risk. Parents must be aware of the risks of vaping and look for signs in their children. …
Filing a Child Victims Act Claim
For adults who suffered sexual abuse as a child, the Child Victims Act allows holding those at fault accountable. The law provides a renewed opportunity for justice for those who were no longer eligible to file a claim due to the expiration of the prior statute of limitations. In addition, …
What is the Average Personal Injury Payout?
No two accidents are alike, and injuries can run the gamut from minor bumps and bruises to permanent neurological damage. Having a strong case against a negligent party doesn’t guarantee you’ll be walking away with a big payout. What factors affect the success of your claim, and what is the …
Do I Need a Lawyer if the Insurance Company Offered Me a Settlement?
An insurance company’s initial settlement offer is always low. Insurance adjusters know that many car accident victims have no idea of a fair settlement amount– and may think the offer is reasonable. You need legal advice after suffering serious injuries resulting in a long recuperation and time lost from work. …
Who Is at Fault in a T-Bone Accident?
Identifying fault in a T-bone accident is often complex. Because these collisions are often catastrophic, and in many cases fatal, proving the fault of the other driver can be essential for victims who face enormous financial burdens following a crash, including steep medical bills and lost wages from time missed …
What to Do If a Drunk Driver Is Behind You
When drivers operate a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they put everyone at risk. From pedestrians to other motorists, anyone in the path of an intoxicated driver faces an increased risk of a car accident. Those caught up in a car accident caused by a drunk …
What is an Umbrella Policy?
Auto and homeowner insurance policies typically have liability caps that limit the amount the insurer is obligated to pay. In more serious car accidents and in other circumstances that cause significant losses and injuries, those limits can be reached very quickly. This could leave an injured party with tens or …
