Any entity that contributed to the injury could receive blame, including the architect, employer, or even you. The employer and insurance company will likely investigate what happened and why. Your attorney will likely also investigate the incident to identify what entities could be at fault. Fault might not matter as …
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What Not to Say or Do After a Construction Site Accident
Delaying medical attention and posting online are two of the top things people should never do after a construction site accident. Sometimes, these actions may lead to no consequences. Other times, even innocent statements or shared posts could be taken out of context and used against you. Publicizing your side …
How Your Actions Impact Your Construction Accident Claim
Your actions after a construction accident could help or harm your case. It’s not uncommon for truthful claims to be denied because employers or insurance companies take innocent statements or social media posts out of context. They may use these and other pieces of evidence to deny claims or argue …
What Should I Avoid Doing During the Legal Process of My Car Accident Case?
If you have been a victim of a car accident due to someone else’s negligence, it is important to seek compensation for your injuries to aid in your recovery. However, the legal process that follows can be difficult to navigate and making mistakes along the way can severely decrease your …
Can Slip and Fall Accidents Result in Catastrophic Injuries?
Yes, slip and fall accidents can result in catastrophic—and even fatal—injuries. The severity will depend on how it happens. While any injury can significantly impact your life, trauma to your head or neck is more likely to result in life-changing health issues. If you suffered a severe injury in a …
Should You Go to Emergency Room After a Slip and Fall Accident in NYC?
Yes, it is in your best interest to go to an emergency room if you slip and fall because even minor medical injuries require care. Further, an NYC slip and fall lawyer at Douglas & London can advise you of your rights if you have to must miss work for …
What if My Loved One Died Due to a Slip and Fall Accident in NYC?
Slip and fall accidents routinely result in bodily injuries in New York City. Unfortunately, these injuries are frequently fatal. This is the case whether they occur at the workplace, on a public street, or even in a private residence. If your loved one died in a fall, you could have …
Douglas & London, P.C. Reaches Historic Multi-Billion Dollar Settlement with 3M Company for PFAS Contamination in America’s Drinking Water
NEW YORK, NY – Douglas & London, P.C. is proud to announce that 3M has agreed to pay up to twelve billion five hundred million dollars ($12,500,000,000) to public water systems across the United States that have detected or are at risk for PFAS chemicals in their drinking water, in …
DOUGLAS & LONDON SPEARHEADS $1.185 BILLION SETTLEMENT WITH DUPONT
Douglas & London Presents: “How to Poison a Planet” Get Tickets for this Must-Watch Documentary Official Documentary Trailer New York, New York – Douglas & London, P.C. is proud to announce that DuPont has agreed to pay $1.185 billion to public water systems across the United States that detect PFAS …
Warning Signs of Social Media Addiction in Teenagers
With TikTok, YouTube, and other social media apps offering endless temptations to scroll, social media addiction in teens is potentially at an all-time high. As these apps are algorithmically generated to cater to a teen’s every whim or designed to create addictive dopamine feedback loops, it makes sense that many …
