New York Legal Blog

Who is at Fault in a Rear-End Accident?

Most people believe the rear driver is always at fault in a rear-end accident. The rear driver is not always at fault. Sometimes the front driver carries the liability for damages in a rear-end crash. This might be the case if the front driver was driving under the influence, backs into the rear car, brake […]

Your Guide to Workers’ Comp Settlement Body Part Prices

No one likes to think about work-related injuries, but being prepared for them is essential. Surprisingly, there is quite a range of workers’ comp settlement body part prices, meaning different cases and states tend to pay differently for injured body parts. The extent and type of injuries to limbs, extremities, and other body parts vary. […]

How Many Children Are Injured by Toppling Furniture?

Unfortunately, home isn’t always a safe place for children. Many children don’t understand the potential dangers at home, one of which is furniture toppling over on them. How many children are injured by toppling furniture? More than you might expect. Tip-over injuries happen when a child climbs on a piece of furniture or an appliance […]

Cedar Point Roller Coaster Accident Kills One

In 2015, a Cedar Point roller coaster accident killed a man. This hasn’t been the only ride that ended badly at Cedar Point, or at amusement park roller coasters across the country. Too many people have died or suffered serious injuries when what was planned to be a day of fun turned into tragedy. There […]

Can You Sue If You Fall on Private Property?

An Attorney Can Evaluate Your Case to Determine Whether You Can Sue If You Fall on Private Property Depending on the situation, you can sue a property owner who has been negligent if you have been injured from a fall on their property. Slip and fall accidents can result in serious injuries, including broken bones […]

What Is the Average Payout for a Head Injury?

Head injuries can lead to a significant reduction in quality of life for the victim. When another party’s negligence or recklessness led to your head injury, you have the right to seek compensation. However, what is the average payout for a head injury settlement? An average payout is difficult to determine, because the ranges of […]

Is it Hard to Win a Slip-and-Fall Case?

It may be difficult to win a slip-and-fall accident case, but it can be done by showing that another party was negligent and caused the injuries you sustained. Slip-and-fall accidents can cause major injuries and may even lead to death. If you or a family member was injured or someone has died as a result […]

Can You Sue a Workers’ Comp Doctor?

You can sue a workers’ comp doctor in certain situations. Let a workers’ comp lawyer from our firm determine whether your circumstances warrant a lawsuit. You cannot sue a workers’ comp doctor because you don’t like the determinations they make on your case, but you can sue when a physician commits medical malpractice and causes […]

Can You Sue If There Is A Wet Floor Sign?

Were you or a loved one the victim of a slip and fall accident? Was there a “Wet Floor” sign posted where you fell? Or was there no warning at all before you encountered a dangerous peril? Even if there was a sign, you may be able to prove that the person in charge of […]

Can You Sue If You Get Burned at Work?

“Can you sue if you get burned at work?” is a common question when it comes to employee injury claims. A large number of people are injured each year as the result of burns in the workplace. While every employer is legally required to maintain a safe workplace environment, accidents like this can and do […]