How Long Do I Have to File a Premises Liability Claim in New York?
When someone else’s property causes you harm due to their carelessness or misconduct, you may have a legal entitlement to pursue compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses via a premises liability claim. However, you cannot wait indefinitely to file your claim. There is a time constraint, called the statute[...]
Who May Be Responsible for a School Bus Accident?
School bus accidents are among the most devastating types of auto accidents, in large part because frequently, the children involved suffer devastating, sometimes even permanent injuries. This is unacceptable. That being said, you should understand that here in New York State, school bus accidents are governed by a variety of complex laws and regulations, and these[...]
Can I Sue for a Loss of Enjoyment of Life After a Car Crash?
As you likely know, a car crash can impact a person's life in many ways. Rather obviously, physical injuries hurt, but they can also result in significant medical bills and a lower quality of life, at least for a period of time. That being said, if you have been injured in an accident that has negatively[...]
How Common Are Garbage Truck Accidents in NYC?
You're driving or walking along one day, and out of nowhere, a garbage truck smashes into your car, bike, or maybe even you as a pedestrian. Though we'd like to think that this scenario is unlikely, the unfortunate reality is that garbage truck accidents are not uncommon occurrences in New York City. In fact, according to[...]
Who Is Responsible If I’m Injured in My NYC Apartment?
Few things are worse than sustaining an injury in your own home. Unfortunately for the millions of people who rent here in New York City, landlords don't always fulfill their obligations to tenants in terms of ensuring their living spaces are safe. That said, if you were recently injured in an apartment accident due to no[...]
Can I Sue if I Was Injured in an Airport Accident?
Many of us depart or arrive at New York's Laguardia or JFK airports. Though we tend to typically be more nervous about the flight itself and not the airport, the truth is, airport accidents and injuries do happen, and if you've been hurt, our firm is here to help. Airport staff must vigilantly maintain the premises,[...]
