While slipping and falling can seem funny on TV, it’s no laughing matter when it happens to you in real life. Slips and falls can result in serious neck, back, hip, arm, or head injuries. You suddenly find yourself on the floor, writhing in pain, wondering how you got there and what to do next. […]
New York features many different ways you can travel by train. However, a string of recent train accidents have instilled fear in NY rail riders. Experts are considering ways to limit accidents in the future, and are excited about the nationwide implementation of “PTC” systems.
You have a right to work in a safe environment. Unfortunately, however, work-related illnesses and injuries are all too common. If you’re hurt on the job, you can end up racking up serious medical bills and days of lost income. That’s a recipe for financial disaster. Thankfully, there are remedies you can pursue. Workers’ compensation […]
Snow and ice can sometimes spell disaster for drivers. Luckily, studded snow-tires have recently been legalized for use in New York, and they provide a much-needed boost in traction and control.
Any time you go into a store or even someone else’s home, you expect the premises to be reasonably safe. But what happens if you slip and fall because of ice on a driveway or wet floors at the supermarket? If you suffer injuries that result in needing medical care in New York, you could […]
Any time you go into a store or even someone else’s home, you expect the premises to be reasonably safe. But what happens if you slip and fall because of ice on a driveway or wet floors at the supermarket? If you suffer injuries that result in needing medical care in New York, you could […]
If you end in a crash with a UPS truck that wasn’t your fault, you may suffer life-changing injuries. Figuring out exactly how to proceed can be a bit of a challenge. Hiring a personal injury lawyer may be your best option to battle UPS when it’s treating you unfairly after your injury crash. Most […]
As a rule of thumb, when you legally enter premises that belong to another party, that party is responsible for your safety while you are there. While it isn’t possible to protect you from every conceivable danger, the owner or manager of the premises is required to protect you from preventable injuries. How this concept […]
Getting hurt at work can disrupt your life in countless ways. Between medical treatments and lost paychecks, the fallout can feel overwhelming. However, New York City’s workers’ compensation system is designed to offer support for injured workers. Understanding your entitlements is the first step to getting the benefits you deserve. After a workplace injury, secure […]
When you suffer an injury due to a slip and fall accident, you may be eligible to get compensation from the responsible party. To get compensation because of someone else’s negligence, you typically file a claim through their insurance company. If everything goes right, the insurance company offers you a settlement that covers your losses […]