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How to Strengthen Your NY Slip and Fall Case

When you’re visiting a place of business, a shop, or someone else’s home – even your own building – the last thing you expect is to have a slip and fall accident. However, sometimes these accidents cannot be avoided, because the property has not been maintained adequately by the people who have been tasked to keep it safe. For those who are attempting to pursue a slip and fall claim against a property owner who […]

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The Most Common Work-Related Injuries in NY

New York is a place where there’s typically a lot of action. At all times of the day and night, you can find people working hard, which may account for the 129,000 nonfatal workplace injuries in the state in 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That number is a bit mind-blowing because it means that on any given day, New York workers have a pretty high chance of being hurt on the job. […]

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Common Autumn Personal Injury Accidents in NY

Many people love the autumn season. After all, it ushers in crisp fall air that makes each day perfect for sweaters and hot spiced cider. But there’s a disadvantage to the fall that many people don’t consider until it impacts them: The change in weather can increase the risk of some types of accidents. There are many accidents that tend to occur more often in autumn in New York. It’s important to know not only […]

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NYers: Don’t Ignore These Delayed Concussion Symptoms

Your brain is one of the most important organs in your body. After all, it’s what makes you, well, you. Injuries to the brain can cause damage that can take months or years to recover. Some people may never recover. That’s why It’s vital to understand how concussions – especially delayed concussions – work. You need to know what types of accidents can lead to injuries like concussions and what the symptoms of delayed concussions […]

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NY Wrongful Death Laws May Be Changed

No matter the circumstances, losing a loved one is difficult. Families deserve time to grieve for those who are gone. But if the death of someone you loved involved the reckless or negligent behavior of another, you also deserve justice. There are many things that can cause wrongful death in New York. Defective products, accidents at work, medical errors, and car wrecks are just a few. If you lost someone you love because another person […]

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NY Prescription Drug Recall: What Are Your Options?

Prescription drugs, just like any other products, are sometimes recalled. It’s unfortunate, however, that in order for the state of New York or the Federal Drug Administration to recall these substances, some people have to be harmed by them. What are your options if hurt by a recalled prescription drug? You may have medical bills you need to cover. You may have lost the ability to work. Or you may simply be experiencing prolonged pain […]

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NY Defective Drugs: What If You’re a Victim?

When your doctor prescribes you a medication to try, most people trust that it will help them feel better and recover from what injuries, illnesses, or symptoms they are experiencing. It’s unfortunate that not all medications work as they’re supposed to. Sometimes, these medications can even be defective, leading to adverse reactions that can change your life and health at the drop of a hat. In these cases, drug manufacturers may be obligated to compensate […]

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NY General Liability Vs. Premises Liability: What To Know

Most people are not experts in the inner workings of the law, which is why lawyers exist! Still, it’s important to have at least a basic understanding of some general concepts that can impact your life if you’re injured. Two such concepts: general liability and premises liability. General liability is not the same as premises liability, since they refer to two different legal concepts. Here is what you need to know about these two things, […]

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What to Know About Mold and Illness in NY

If you live in a shared space like an apartment, there are certain issues you’re more likely to encounter. Noisy neighbors. Broken elevators. Poor lighting in the hallway when a lightbulb goes out. One dangerous thing no one wants to encounter in their home? Mold. If you have mold in your rented apartment and have felt its effects, you may be wondering what you can do. New York has laws that govern the mitigation of […]

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Get Hurt at a NY Baseball Game? Know Your Rights

Baseball is the great American pastime, but even when it comes to fun and games, there’s a chance someone can get hurt. It may not be something many people think about, but people do get injured at Major League Baseball. Some of these injuries require medical care – and even hospitalization. In fact, a New York Pizza restaurant owner was recently hit in the head with a foul ball, suffering a concussion. What happens when […]

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