In a heart-wrenching incident, a routine journey turned into a nightmare for Farmingdale High School's marching band as their charter bus veered off Interstate 84 in Orange County, New York. The devastating crash claimed the lives of two individuals, including the school's band director, Gina Pellettiere, and a retired teacher, Beatrice Ferrari. Dozens of students were left injured, some in critical condition, as they embarked on a trip to a camp in Greeley, PA. Thursday afternoon, the Farmingdale[...]

For many, riding a bicycle is an ideal means of transportation here in New York City. Unfortunately, other motorists on the road don't always look out for cyclists and will cause serious accidents as a result. If you were recently injured in a bicycle accident due to another driver's negligence, you're most likely wondering whether you can sue for compensation. Please continue reading and reach out to a New York City personal injury lawyer from The Law Office[...]

Auto accidents can occur for a variety of reasons, however, they are most often a direct result of driver negligence. There is a wide range of behaviors that may be classified as negligence, such as driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, speeding, ignoring rules and regulations of the road, and more. That said, one of the most overlooked types of driver negligence is driving while fatigued. Please continue reading and reach out to a dedicated[...]

Motorcycles are fun to ride, and offer an experience unlike any other type of motor vehicle. Unfortunately, however, they are also dangerous, and when motorcycle accidents occur, riders are often severely injured as a result. Please continue reading and reach out to a dedicated NYC personal injury lawyer from the Law Office of Richard M. Kenny to learn more about motorcycle accidents, what makes them so dangerous, and how our legal team can help if you've been wrongfully[...]

You were driving along, when all of a sudden another motorist, seemingly out of nowhere, strikes your vehicle. You pull over to exchange insurance information and call the police to the scene, only to find the other driver speeding away. You're confused, angry, and perhaps in a great deal of pain. In this case, you may wonder if you can file a lawsuit against the person who damaged your car and possibly injured you, but you don't know[...]

Jaywalking is a common practice in New York City, where pedestrians often cross the street outside of designated crosswalks or against traffic signals, however, jaywalking is also illegal and can expose you to the risk of being hit by a car or other vehicle. That being said, if you've sustained an injury as a pedestrian while jaywalking, you may wonder if you can still file a personal injury claim against the driver who hit you. The truth is,[...]

As you may know, trucking is a highly regulated industry, with both federal and state rules that govern various aspects of truck operation, safety, and liability. These regulations can affect how you pursue compensation for your injuries and losses after a truck accident. Please continue reading and reach out to the Law Office of Richard M. Kenny to learn more about trucking regulations and how a New York City personal injury lawyer from our firm can help if[...]

If you've been injured in a car accident due to no fault of your own, you're most likely looking to file a personal injury claim to help you recover the compensation you need to heal. That said, the amount of compensation you may receive depends on many factors, but one of the most important ones is the concept of comparative negligence. Please continue reading and reach out to a seasoned NYC personal injury lawyer to learn more about[...]

Nothing is more devastating than sustaining an injury in an auto accident caused by the negligence of another. The unfortunate reality is that auto accidents occur every single day here in the Big Apple, and a significant amount of them result in permanent, life-changing injuries. That said, fortunately, victims of auto accidents have a path to legal recourse through personal injury claims, wherein, as long as they are successful, they may recover compensation to help them recuperate and[...]

Have you been injured in an accident involving a public bus? If so, you're most likely seeking compensation to help you deal with your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Fortunately, you are in the right place. Read on and contact a skilled NYC personal injury lawyer from our legal team to learn more about the most common causes of bus accidents and how we can help if you've been harmed in one. Here are[...]