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Have You Been Affected By A Loved One’s Wrongful Death In New York?

Losing a loved one is always difficult, but it can be especially devastating if the negligence or wrongdoing of another person or entity causes their death. In New York, if someone dies due to another party’s negligent or intentional actions, their family members or beneficiaries may be entitled to compensation for their losses through a wrongful death claim. Wrongful death claims are a type of civil lawsuit that seeks to hold the responsible party accountable […]

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Can Aging in Place Reduce NY’s Nursing Home Abuse Problem?

Nursing Home Abuse / Negligence

New York has had a long-standing issue with nursing home abuse, and over half of the state’s nursing homes lack proper oversight, according to a report by the Olean Times Herald. However, recent initiatives aimed at aging in place could provide a potential solution to this problem. What Is Aging In Place In NY? Aging in place refers to the ability of older adults to live independently in their own homes or communities for as […]

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NY Spending Big on Injury Claims Caused By City Vehicles

City Vehicles Accidents

New York City is one of the largest cities in the world, with a population of over eight million people. As such, it is not surprising that the city owns a large fleet of vehicles to keep the city running smoothly. It is known for its bustling streets, crowded sidewalks, and endless streams of taxis and buses. However, in New York, accidents involving these city-owned vehicles have become a serious issue. The city has paid […]

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NYers: Were You Injured after Being Prescribed Amiodarone Off-Label?

Amiodarone Prescription Drug Injury

Are prescription drugs becoming more dangerous? According to USA Today, 2022 saw the highest number of drug recalls in the past three years for human drug products – 1321. That’s more than 1300 drug products that the FDA determined were either violating laws or defective. This isn’t even counting drugs that cause serious problems but still haven’t been recalled. One of the most problematic of these is amiodarone. Amiodarone is a medication used to treat […]

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Some of the Most Common Wrongful Death Claims in NY

Wrongful Death

Wrongful death is a term used to describe a situation where a person dies as a result of another person or entity’s negligence, carelessness, or intentional act. In such a case, the victim’s surviving family members can file a wrongful death claim to seek compensation for their loss. Recently, NY lawmakers passed a bill that would expand the rights of New Yorkers to sue over the wrongful deaths of their relatives. However, Governor Hochul vetoed […]

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Did You Trip and Fall On a Broken Sidewalk? Here’s What You Need To Know Right Now

Broken Sidewalks Premises Liability Trip and Fall

New York City is known for its bustling streets and sidewalks, but what happens when you trip and fall and are injured by a broken sidewalk? If you’ve been injured due to a defective sidewalk, you may be entitled to compensation under premises liability law. However, navigating this area of law can be complicated, so it’s important to understand your rights and obligations if you find yourself in this situation. Types of Defects Sidewalk defects […]

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Injured Because of Urine on a Staircase?

Falls Premises Liability Slip and Fall slip and fall on urine Uncategorized

Urine in the staircase, or hallway, of an apartment building is a common problem that can cause a slip and fall accident resulting in injuries. There are several ways that urine can end up on the floor in apartment building stairwells and hallways. Injuries that result for a slip and fall on urine are known as a premises liability case. Some of the most common ways include: Pet urine: Pets, especially dogs, may accidentally […]

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Common Injuries That Occur in NYC Subway Accidents

Subway Accidents

New York City’s subway system is one of the largest and busiest in the world, carrying millions of passengers daily. With so many people relying on the subway, accidents are bound to happen. You only have to take a look at the news to see that these types of incidents are all around us. In the last few months alone, there were two separate incidents of two people being by train cars and another accident […]

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Number of NY Pedestrians Killed By Cars Is Increasing

Pedestrian Accidents

In recent years, the number of pedestrians killed by cars in New York has been increasing at an alarming rate. From 2016 to 2019, pedestrian deaths rose from 115 to 132. That’s a staggering 14 percent increase – and it’s a trend that needs to be addressed. It doesn’t seem to be getting better, either. On Monday, January 23, a car in Astoria hit a woman after jumping a curb. This increase in pedestrian deaths […]

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Pedestrian Laws: What Are They in New York?

Pedestrian Accidents

New York, particularly New York City, has a lot of pedestrians. Many people use the streets daily, both behind the wheel and on foot, so accidents are bound to occur, naturally. That’s why every person needs to understand what the pedestrian laws are in New York. Knowing what to do in the event of an accident is essential, since there are so many pedestrians on the streets. Do pedestrians always have the right of way? […]

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Have You Been Affected By A Loved One’s Wrongful Death In New York?

Can Aging in Place Reduce NY’s Nursing Home Abuse Problem?

NY Spending Big on Injury Claims Caused By City Vehicles

NYers: Were You Injured after Being Prescribed Amiodarone Off-Label?

Some of the Most Common Wrongful Death Claims in NY

Did You Trip and Fall On a Broken Sidewalk? Here’s What You Need To Know Right Now

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Common Injuries That Occur in NYC Subway Accidents

Number of NY Pedestrians Killed By Cars Is Increasing

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