Photo by Harlie Raethel on Unsplash In New York State, individuals who suffer injuries as a result of accidents, such as car crashes, may be entitled to compensation for their damages. However, New York State Insurance Law §5102 establishes a threshold that defines...
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What Happens When You Are Involved in an Accident With an Uninsured or Unidentifiable Driver?
Photo by engin akyurt on Unsplash Motor vehicle accidents can be devastating, leading to injuries, property damage, and financial hardships. In New York City, the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation (MVAIC) plays a crucial role in providing compensation...
Safety and Dangers of a Tractor Trailer or Truck Accident
Photo by Nabeel Syed on Unsplash Trucks are one of the many sources of transportation in New York State but are also a contributing factor to the number of motor vehicle crashes, injuries, and fatalities each year. Fatalities in crashes involving at least one truck...
Receiving the Maximum Compensation, You Deserve as a Passenger After a Car Accident
Photo by Josh Sorenson on Unsplash Even as a cautious and safe driver, unfortunately, at times, motor vehicle accidents are inevitable Sadly, drivers and passengers of those motor vehicle accidents may be injured physically and/or mentally. If you are a passenger in a...
The Basics of a Traumatic Brain Injury (“TBI”)
Photo by Robina Weermeijer on Unsplash What is Traumatic Brain Injury? Getting into any type of motor vehicle accident can be terrifying and nerve-wracking. Traumatic Brain Injury (“TBI”) is one of the many personal injuries that may result from an auto accident. TBI...
The Severity of Emotional Distress After a Car Accident
Photo by Christian Erfurt on Unsplash What is Emotional Distress? Emotional distress is seen as mental suffering as an emotional response to an experience that is aroused by the memory of the event, occurrence, or patterns of a specific event or condition. Symptoms of...
Electric Vehicles (EV): Helping Re-Shape New York City
Photo by CHUTTERSNAP on Unsplash Throughout the years, for drivers and the environment, electric vehicles have become increasingly popular. Electric vehicles (EV) mainly run on electric energy and just like vehicles that use fossil fuels, whether that be diesel or...
Construction Sites in New York: Dangers, Liability, and Improvements
Photo by Bruno Kelzer on Unsplash Although construction workers make up only 5% of New York City’s workforce, they account for 27% of work-related injury fatalities. Many construction projects are not always corporate, prominent skyscrapers, but in homes and...
‘Ghost Cars’: The Threat of Fake and Illegal License Plates to New Yorkers
Photo by v2osk on Unsplash What Are Ghost Cars? Ghost cars are vehicles with illegal, fake license plates that have become a rapid issue in New York City over the last few months. The NYPD and Sheriff’s Office will tow and potentially auction off cars with fraudulent...
Improving the safety of New York City’s streets and traffic
Photo by Connor Williams on Unsplash With the high volume of people living, or visiting New York City, comes the high volume of motor vehicle accidents. Every year approximately 3,000 New Yorkers are struck by a motor vehicle, and more than 200 are killed yearly due...
Understanding the Types of Damages for a Personal Injury Case
Photo by Alexander Mils on Unsplash When an individual is injured due to the negligence action of another, they may be eligible to receive a form of compensation known as damages. In the realm of Personal Injury lawsuits, damages serve as a remedy aimed at alleviating...
What To Do If You Have Been Attacked by a Dog in New York City
Photo by Robert Gramner on Unsplash New York City (NYC) is home to an estimated 500,000 dogs. From 2007 to 2014, there were an average of 6,028 emergency department (ED) visits and 315 inpatient hospitalizations for dog bite injuries among NYC residents each year....
Understanding Compensation Factors in Personal Injury Cases in New York City
Photo by Mathurin NAPOLY / matnapo on Unsplash When pursuing a Personal Injury claim in New York City, understanding the factors that influence compensation is vital. The compensation awarded in Personal Injury cases aims to address the physical, emotional, and...
The Importance of Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney in Auto Accident Cases and How to Find One Near You
Photo by Tingey Injury Law Firm on Unsplash Auto Accidents can be devastating, resulting in physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial burdens. If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, hiring a Personal Injury Attorney is crucial to protect your rights,...
Have You Been in a Car Accident? Are you at Fault?
Photo by Will Creswick on Unsplash Car accidents can occur in the bustling streets of any city, but New York City’s unique urban landscape presents its own set of challenges. With an extensive network of roads, heavy traffic congestion, and a high population density,...
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