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 »
What Are a Pedestrian’s Sources of Recovery if Hurt by a Vehicle?
A pedestrian who is struck by a vehicle in New York has access to several legal avenues to pursue damages for bodily injury, economic loss and, in the case of fatality, wrongful death. The compensation available is governed by a combination of state insurance regulations and tort law. Understanding these options is critical for any… Read More »
What Are Noneconomic Damages and How Are They Measured?
In personal injury lawsuits, two main types of damages may be recovered — economic and noneconomic. Economic damages cover quantifiable losses such as medical expenses, lost wages and other out-of-pocket expenses. Noneconomic damages, on the other hand, compensate for intangible losses that do not have a specific dollar value. These include pain and suffering, emotional… Read More »
The Possible Effects of Pre-existing Conditions on Your Accident Claim
If you have suffered injuries in an accident because of someone else’s negligence, you deserve compensation for your immediate and long-term losses. However, your ability to recover damages can be affected by the existence of pre-existing health conditions — that is, prior medical issues presenting symptoms similar to those claimed to have been caused by… Read More »
What to Know About Risk of Injuries from E-bikes and E-scooters
Electric bikes (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters) have gained wide popularity in recent years as low-cost, efficient and eco-friendly modes of recreation and transportation. However, these vehicles carry potential risk of accidents that can result in serious injuries. If you’re hurt as a rider or pedestrian in such an accident, you need to know your… Read More »
Who May Be Held at Fault for Left-Turn Collisions?
More than half of all traffic accidents occur at or near intersections. Of these, left-turn collisions are ones most likely to result in serious injuries. Typically, such collisions occur when a driver making a left turn hits or is hit by a vehicle coming from the opposite direction. While it’s common to place the blame… Read More »
The Severe Dangers of Override and Underride Truck Collisions
Among the most catastrophic types of truck accidents on the road are override and underride collisions between tractor-trailers and smaller vehicles. These often result in severe injuries and sometimes fatalities. Litigation over these accidents can be especially complex, requiring lawyers with extensive knowledge and experience. An override collision occurs when a large truck runs over… Read More »
Understanding the Causes of Nursing Home Falls and Injuries
Falls in nursing homes are disturbingly common, with approximately 50 to 75 percent of residents experiencing such an incident each year. Falls result in about 1,800 deaths annually among nursing home residents. Despite their frequency and severity, only around 57 percent of nursing home falls are reported. This indicates that these falls are even more… Read More »