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 »
Liability for Slip and Fall Hazards at Liquor-Serving Establishments
Bars, nightclubs, restaurants and other establishments where alcohol is served are rife with potential slip and fall hazards. The unique nature of these venues, combined with the presence of liquor, often creates a setting where accidents are more likely to occur compared to other types of businesses. The following are the leading contributors to slip… Read More »
Claiming Damages for Injuries in a School Bus Accident
As the school year begins, parents across Long Island again rely on school busses to safely transport their children. While this normally occurs without incident, there is always the possibility of a collision or other type of accident, with resulting injuries to young passengers. The causes of school bus accidents can range from driver negligence… Read More »
Key Factors Influencing The Value of a Personal Injury Claim
If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, and you’re seeking compensation, it’s important to understand how personal injury claims are valued. Several factors can impact the value of a personal injury claim, including: 1. The Severity of Your Injuries The severity of injuries sustained in an accident help determine the amount of compensation…. Read More »
Injuries Reported in Long Island Accident Involving Ambulance
An ambulance was recently involved in a serious car accident on Long Island. According to Nassau County Police, the accident occurred shortly before 2 p.m. on Friday, April 2. Emergency responders arrived to the scene at Old Country Road and Zeckendorf Boulevard, where multiple vehicles were involved in the collision. Reports indicate the ambulance was… Read More »
Two Workers Dead After Trench Collapse on Long Island
A pair of workers were killed in an accident on Long Island when a trench collapsed during construction of a septic tank. According to Nassau County Police, the accident occurred at approximately 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28 in Brookville at a home on West hollow Road. The workers were in the process of digging… Read More »
Suffolk County Police Officers Injured in Recent Car Accident
Two Suffolk County police officers sustained injuries in a recent accident in Copiague, according to the local police department. The accident reportedly occurred the morning of Monday, June 5, on Great Neck Road near its intersection with Garden Street. According to police, the two officers were in a patrol car heading south when a Jeep… Read More »
What Are My Rights Following a Motorcycle Crash if I Wasn’t Wearing a Helmet?
The state of New York requires motorcycle operators and passengers of all ages to wear a helmet that meets standards set out by the U.S. Department of Transportation. But what happens when bikers and their passengers choose to disregard the law and then suffer a head injury in an accident? It turns out that under… Read More »
New York’s Scaffold Law Under Fire
The seminal law protecting construction workers in the state of New York is under fire from a construction industry group calling for “scaffold law reform.” The group behind scaffoldlaw.org claims that New York’s Labor Law § 240(1) costs taxpayers more than $785 million a year, drives up construction costs and discourages companies from hiring workers…. Read More »