Who is responsible in a serious bus accident?
Bus accidents usually cause more serious injuries and injure a larger number of people compared to other motor vehicle accidents. Even where a bus driver is obeying the speed limit, the extra weight and size of the bus make the bus harder to control and result in a higher collision impact. Whom do you sue […]
Social Media and Your Personal Injury Lawsuit
Being cognizant of your social media presence is of the utmost importance when involved in a personal injury lawsuit.
How to Take Pictures of Your Vehicle After an Accident
Photographic evidence may assist you in proving your injuries, how the accident occurred, the severity of the impact, and who is at fault. Frequently, parties will disagree over the facts of an accident. Photos that support your recollection are more powerful than a he-said-she-said argument. Being involved in a car accident is a traumatic experience, […]
Motor Vehicle Accidents and Types of Broken Bones
Broken bones are one of the most common injuries caused by a motor vehicle accident. Broken bones may range from minor stress fractures to serious or even life-threatening fractures. [Sidebar: A fractured bone is the same as a broken bone. It is a misconception to associate a fracture with only a “hairline break” or a […]
Injured on Another’s Property: Premises Liability Basics
If you’re injured while on another person’s property, and your injures are caused by the landowner’s negligence, you may be able to sue for your injuries. Property owners are legally responsible for the safety of their property, ensuring that it is free from hazardous defects and unsafe conditions. Property owners include private/residential properties, public properties, […]
Mental & Emotional Injuries Caused by a Motor Vehicle Accident:
When an injured party has suffered a “serious injury” after a motor vehicle accident, he/she may recover for pain and suffering from liable parties. In accidents that occur in New York State, you may only receive compensation for pain and suffering when the accident causes a “serious injury,” as defined by New York State Law. […]
What You Need from Your Physician After an Accident
As chaotic as being in a car accident can be, getting the necessary help and information you need to build your case during the aftermath is imperative. Delaying any treatment or neglecting follow-up doctors’ appointments can negatively affect you receiving the compensation that you need. There are important questions to ask your doctors that can […]
Sealing Criminal Records in NY
Sealing Criminal Records in New York Until recently, New York State did not have a procedure for sealing criminal records. Previously, New York State did issue qualified individuals Certificates of Relief from Disabilities, which assisted those with a criminal history in receiving professional licensing. Now, eligible individuals will be permitted to apply to seal their […]
What Do You Do If You Have Been Injured In An Accident Because A Driver Was Texting?
Texting or using your cell phone while you operate your vehicle is a form of distracted driving.
How to Get Charges Dismissed on Speedy Trial Grounds
We seem to all know that we have a right to a speedy trial, but what does this actually mean? What is a speedy trial? What happens if you don’t get what you’re entitled to? Can you get your case get dismissed? If your case does get dismissed, can you be re-charged? The Sixth Amendment […]
