Category Archives: Personal Injury
How Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Can Fight Juror Bias Against Riders
Motorcyclists are often perceived as reckless risk-takers. Films and other media tend to portray them as thrill-seekers who put themselves and others in danger. When a biker is injured in an accident and sues for damages, these stereotypes can negatively influence how juries weigh their conduct in comparison to other drivers involved. A skilled attorney… Read More »
How Spousal Maintenance Is Determined Under NY Guidelines
Spousal maintenance, commonly referred to as “alimony,” is court-ordered financial support paid by one spouse to the other after a divorce. It can be a volatile issue between the divorcing spouses. The spouse requesting maintenance likely feels that they deserve payment to account for their sacrifices during the marriage and to ensure their financial stability… Read More »
Understanding New York’s Vicarious Liability Rule for Car Owners
Motorists are legally responsible for the errors they make behind the wheel. When a driver causes a collision due to negligence or violations of traffic statutes, they could be liable for damages if the collision causes serious injuries. In addition, the vehicle’s owner can bear vicarious liability, even if they are not involved in the… Read More »
What Meets New York’s Serious Injury Threshold in Car Accident Cases?
Motorists in New York must carry liability insurance, which applies when they are at fault for a crash, and no-fault personal injury protection (PIP), which covers the insured driver and their passengers. Typically, those hurt in major motor vehicle collisions cover their initial losses with their own no-fault PIP coverage. No-fault coverage can pay for… Read More »
How Whiplash Forces Can Cause Brain Injury Without a Head Strike
Whiplash injuries are often categorized as minor soft tissue claims, especially when there has been no direct blow to the head. But that can be a dangerous assumption. The violent forces involved in a whiplash can cause a traumatic brain injury (TBI) even when the skull never strikes another surface. In a rear end collision… Read More »
Why You Should Never Accept an Insurer’s Initial Settlement Offer
Many injury victims experience relief when an insurance company makes an initial settlement offer, especially if that offer comes quickly. After all, the household bills do not stop just because there has been an interruption in someone’s income, and medical bills can pile up quickly. In the moment, the urge to accept the offer and… Read More »
Recognizing When an Insurance Company Is Acting in Bad Faith
If you’ve suffered injuries in an accident, you might reasonably expect your insurance provider to handle your claim in a fair, timely manner and to pay out what you are owed. Unfortunately, insurers have been known for unfair tactics, such as delaying or denying valid claims. These is known as bad faith. It’s important to… Read More »
Self-Driving Cars: Who’s Liable When AI Causes a Crash?
Autonomous vehicles are now a reality on America’s roads. The rapid proliferation of self-driving and semi-autonomous cars is transforming driving, especially in urban and suburban areas. But with this technological leap comes increased risk of collisions involving advanced driver-assist systems. This may leave accident victims confused about who is responsible for resulting damages. The term… Read More »
Injuries in Apartment Complexes: What Tenants Need to Know
Apartment complexes are meant to provide safe accommodations for residents. However, tenants can experience injuries that could have been prevented had landlords taken proper precautions. Whether due to unaddressed hazards, building-code violations or negligence in maintenance and repairs, these injuries can be serious. Understanding the common dangers and knowing your legal rights as a tenant… Read More »
How to Recognize If You’re a Victim of Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider, through a negligent act or omission, causes injury or harm to a patient. It is the result of a deviation from the accepted standard of professional practice: the level of skill, diligence and attention that a reasonably prudent provider would exercise under similar circumstances. Malpractice can happen at… Read More »