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What Distractions Commonly Lead to Car Accidents in New York?

June 15, 2024 / Car Accidents

Driving requires your full attention, but distractions can easily take your focus off the road. Distracted driving accidents are a major issue in New York, leading to severe injuries and even fatalities. Understanding the common causes of these accidents can help you stay safer on the road. Types of Distractions While Driving Distractions while driving fall […]

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Can I Get Money for My Medical Costs After a Commercial Vehicle Crash?

May 15, 2024 / Car Accidents

Commercial vehicle crashes can have devastating consequences. They can lead to severe injuries, substantial medical expenses, and emotional trauma for those involved. In the aftermath of such accidents, people may wonder if they can seek compensation to cover their medical costs and other damages. This article will answer your most pressing questions. Why a Commercial Vehicle

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What Damages Can I Recover After Being Hurt in a Motorcycle Accident?

April 15, 2024 / Motorcycle Accidents

An individual who is involved in a motorcycle accident is more likely to suffer catastrophic injuries because motorcycles do not have as much protection as other vehicles. They also weigh thousands of pounds less than even some of the smaller vehicles on the road. Catastrophic injuries usually cause long-term or permanent disabilities, which means that you may

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Can I Sue a Drunk Driver After Being Hurt in a Car Accident?

March 15, 2024 / Car Accidents

After a drunk driver car accident, you could collect compensation to cover your injuries, losses, and other damages. When you are entitled to recover compensation, you can settle with the at-fault driver or their insurance company or choose to sue. In some cases, you may be able to sue others based on dram shop laws. Why

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Who Can Be Held Liable for Truck Accident Damages?

February 15, 2024 / Truck Accidents

A truck accident can be incredibly devastating. Given the fact that these commercial vehicles can weigh nearly 20 to 30 times more than passenger vehicles, they are more likely to cause severe damage and injuries during collisions. As you can imagine, the costs of medical care and other financial burdens brought on by these accidents can be difficult to

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Who Are Protected Guests in a Premises Liability Accident?

January 15, 2024 / Premises Liability

Premises liability laws hold property owners, including homeowners, commercial property owners, and government entities, responsible for the safety of people who enter their property. It is important to understand your rights should you become the victim of an accident while visiting a home, business, or another type of property. Premises Liability Hazards There are several types

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Injured on New York Subway? You May Have Right to a Legal Claim

December 15, 2023 / Railroad Injuries and Deaths, Train Accidents

New York can be a bustling, busy city. With this many people and moving parts, the chances of accidents increase. In the event of an injury or accident on the New York subway or any other service provided by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), such as the Staten Island Railway, you may be able to

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Seeking Compensation for Burn Injuries

November 15, 2023 / Burn Injury

Accidents happen, and when they do, they can result in devastating consequences. Burn injuries, in particular, can be excruciating and life-altering. Whether you’ve experienced a burn injury due to a workplace accident, a faulty product, a car crash, or any other unfortunate event, you have the right to seek compensation for your pain, suffering, and financial

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Beware the Signs of Lead Poisoning

October 15, 2023 / Lead poisoning lawyer

You and your family’s health is a matter that should always be taken seriously. There is a lot you can do to ensure the continued health of your loved ones, but when circumstances out of your control harm you, you may have a legal case against those who have wronged you. One increasingly sparse but

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Distracted Driving Accidents: Defining Distracted Driving

September 15, 2023 / Car Accidents

Driving is a necessary part of most people’s day-to-day lives. But that doesn’t make it any less stressful for some when heading out onto the road to wherever they’re headed. And their stress isn’t unwarranted—especially with distracted driving accidents becoming all too common with the advent of modern telecommunication and technologies. While most people don’t consider

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