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If another driver is tailgating your vehicle, they’re making it more likely that you will be injured. You may not be able to avoid it. If you have to stop suddenly and they rear-end your car, you could certainly be the one who needs medical treatment. Because of how...
Some car accident victims are quick to accept an initial settlement offer, even if it’s insufficient to cover their damages. This reaction could be due to financial strain, time and stress, uncertainty about the settlement process and even a lack of information about...
If you’ve been hurt due to a hazardous condition on another’s property, you may have come across the term “premises liability” when conducting initial research into your legal rights and options. Premises liability is a legal concept typically used in personal injury...
Whether you’re talking to the police or filing an insurance claim after a car accident, it can be helpful to have pictures. Today, this is easier than ever. Most people who get involved in car accidents are carrying a smartphone that has a camera app, so they can take...
If you’ve been visiting family or friends recently in some nearby states, you may have heard that in some places, apologies by doctors for errors or negligence cannot be used as evidence in a malpractice claim. It’s true that most states now have “apology laws” that...
If you are like a lot of New Yorkers, you may still be shopping for that perfect holiday gift or menu item. With so much on your mind, you may forget some of the most basic safety rules as you head out to the mall or grocery stores. But don’t let safety take a back...
New York has unique state laws that have helped employees for decades. Some of these laws went into effect long before there were federal statutes protecting workers. Labor Law 240 is a perfect example. Also known as the Scaffolding Law, New York Labor Law 240...
The average person will likely only be in a few car accidents during their lifetime -- which means that they're usually largely unprepared to handle the aftermath since it isn't something they have to do very often. It can help you to know what you should do if you...
Owning real property is considered a path toward increased independence and more overall personal wealth. However, it comes with a variety of challenges and expenses, not the least of which is liability if someone else gets hurt on one’s property. The term premises...
Construction workers face numerous hazards on the job, many of which are a byproduct of working at a significant elevation. People fall, which can have tragic consequences. It is also very easy for objects to fall at a construction site. Properly using tethers for...