Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in New York
Every state in the nation has a set of laws that govern how wrongful death cases will proceed in the state. These laws include definitions of what is to be considered a wrongful death, as well as the available damages and the requirements to prove liability. Here’s a quick overview of what you should know… Read More »
Suffolk County to Pay Out $1.5 Million in Wrongful Death Claim
Suffolk County will pay $1.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by the family of a teenager who died nearly 10 years ago in a crash involving two police officers. On March 12, 2008, the 17-year-old girl, Teaisha Scales, was reportedly riding in a 1998 Cadillac DeVille, driven by her boyfriend. The sedan crashed into… Read More »
Long Island Man Charged with DWI After Fatal Motorcycle Accident
A man from Bay Shore was recently charged with driving while intoxicated after he crashed his motorcycle, killing his wife in the process. According to Suffolk County Police, the 26-year-old man was driving his 2000 Kawasaki motorcycle east on the Sunrise Highway in West Islip when he suddenly lost control. The accident occurred close to… Read More »