Anyone who has ever driven a car can tell you that driving is one part exhilarating and one part terrifying. The ability to travel hundreds of miles at high speeds and go exactly where you choose is amazing, but the fear of smashing your multi-ton vehicle into another multi-ton vehicle is all...
Common Types of Premises Liability Cases
Premises liability is an umbrella term that describes the legal responsibilities of property owners.
While New York’s laws impose a general duty on property owners to keep their premises reasonably safe for others, there are various ways in which proprietors can violate this obligation. When they do, and you...
Liability for Dog Bite Injuries
A recent survey by the American Pets Products Association (APPA) reported that dogs are the most popular pets in American households. The report shows roughly 67% of homes across the country own a pet dog.
It's no surprise that New York City and Long Island residents enjoy the...
Most Common Surgical Errors
When it comes to surgical procedures, there's seldom a moment of certainty. As much as doctors and medical professionals follow safety standards, errors and other mistakes often happen when you least expect them.
According to John Hopkins Medicine, roughly 10% of all surgical deaths in the United States...
Traumatic Head Injuries Sustained in High School Sports
High school sports are a mainstay of the overall high school experience for parents and students alike. It is normal to experience joy in seeing your young athlete compete, challenge themselves, and develop pride and discipline. Unfortunately, high school sports can also lead to head injuries that could potentially derail your child’s...
Common Injuries Associated with T-Bone Accidents
According to the New York State Health Department’s website, based on statistics from 2012 to 2014, seven Nassau County residents died in traffic crashes, and another 111 residents required hospitalization. Although not specified in the data, some of these wrecks were undoubtedly T-bone collisions at intersections or...
How “Gross Negligence” Can Play a Role in a Personal Injury Case
Negligence is a legal concept that describes the failure of someone to do or not do something. In order to prove someone was “negligent,” it has to be established that they had a duty to do something and failed that duty.
We all have a duty to stop at...
Filing Lawsuits for Building Code Violations
There’s a reason for building codes that contractors and property owners have to follow. Without them, people would be able to build however they wanted, cutting corners to save money and time. But this puts peoples’ lives at risk.
State and local municipal building codes are supposed to require...
What to Do After Getting Injured at a Theme Park
Theme parks are usually a fun, and exhausting, time for people and their families and friends. People don’t realize how physically active you must be to visit a theme park. You walk all day, stand in line — and some rides can be pretty physically taxing as well.
Unfortunately,...
Determining Liability at a Construction Site
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries, with the highest injury rate. When you’re injured at a construction site, most employees know that they can get workers’ compensation benefits.
Typically, these benefits may reimburse you for lost wages and cover medical bills. But that’s generally all you can...