When people go to work every day, they expect to go through their same, usual routine. Most do not typically think about what would happen if they were to be injured in an accident at work. Regardless of what an individual does for a living, there is always the possibility of an accident happening at [...]
Doctors and other medical professionals have a duty to use accepted standards of care when diagnosing and treating patients. Unfortunately, negligence is alarmingly common in hospitals, nursing homes, and other clinical settings. If you or someone you love was harmed due to medical malpractice—whether it was a misdiagnosis, late diagnosis, prescription mistake, or another error—you [...]
New York City is filled with massive skyscrapers on almost every street. Because these buildings are so tall, they require several elevators and escalators to help people get from one floor to floor. Many people use elevators and escalators every day. Most do not think of these machines as dangerous, however, accidents can happen if [...]
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) that temporarily affects cognitive function. Those who sustain multiple concussions can experience cumulative damage, though, which may have permanent consequences. Concussions are usually the result of a blow to the head; however, they can also be caused by explosive blasts and the violent shaking of the [...]
New York City is the biggest city in the United States. It also one of the most popular cities in the world. It is because of this that it attracts millions of people from around the world every year. To accommodate tourists, there are hundreds of hotels throughout the city for guests to stay during [...]
If you intend to file a personal injury claim or if you’ve already started the process, you’re probably wondering how much compensation you may be able to recover. Because each case is unique, calculating a fair settlement amount requires a thorough investigation and a careful review of the relevant evidence. Although there’s no simple formula [...]
When consumers purchase products from a company, they expect that it will be safe to use and function properly. The majority of the time, there are no problems with products. However, there are some circumstances in which a defective product may be produced and sold by a manufacturer. When this happens, malfunctions can happen and [...]
Construction workers have been contributing to the famous New York City skyline since the late 1800s. This work still continues today, as it is difficult to not find some type of construction occurring on a city street corner. Construction workers are always improving buildings, sidewalks, roads, etc. This job often occupies dangerous conditions. Individuals in [...]
If you intend to file a personal injury claim in New York, you’ll have to prove the types of damages you’ve incurred and their value. The evidence your attorney will need to support your claim depends on the facts of your case, but generally speaking, the following evidence is often used to prove damages: Medical [...]
There are millions of people living in New York City. There are also more people from the state, as well as other states, who come into the city every day. Many of these individuals are at the mercy of mass transit to get to where they need to be every day. New York city offers [...]
