Thursday 4 May 2017

Important Steps To Take In A Slip And Fall Accident Claim

If you find yourself involved in a slip and fall accident, the short and long-term damage to your life can be devastating. Whether the accident occurred in a factory, retail store, or on a sidewalk, the ramifications of your accident can be such that you will need compensation to help pay medical bills, lost wages, and other current and future expenses. However, to gain the full and fair compensation you deserve, there are several important steps you'll need to take when filing a slip and fall accident claim.

Tuesday 10 January 2017

Tips to Choose the Right New York Burn Injury Attorney

Of all the injuries people can suffer, burn injuries are some of the most painful physically, emotionally, and psychologically. Along with the severe skin damage that occurs, the physical debilitation and change in appearance can take a toll that may last a lifetime. Whether the injuries are sustained in a car accident, gas explosion, scalding from hot water, or other circumstances, there's little doubt victims in these cases need the services of a New York burn injury lawyer who has the knowledge and experience to prevail in these cases. However, when choosing the right New York burn injury attorney to represent you, there are many important factors to take into consideration.

Tuesday 9 August 2016

What To Do If You Are Involved in a Bus Accident

In today's world, more people than ever are riding buses. Whether it's using a city bus to get to and from work or being a passenger on a bus chartered for a trip, this form of transportation is supposed to be a very safe way to travel. However, as with virtually all forms of transportation, buses are involved in various types of accidents. When this occurs, it's imperative you take the best possible steps to protect your legal interests, especially if you are injured. Whether you are a passenger on the bus, a pedestrian or are driving a vehicle and are involved in an accident with a bus, contact a New York bus accident lawyer as soon as possible.

Monday 23 June 2014

5 Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

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Approximately 5,000 pedestrians are killed in traffic accidents each year in the United States. Those who are lucky to escape a fatality may end up suffering severe and life altering injuries.

If you suffered injuries in a pedestrian-related accident or are a survivor of a pedestrian victim killed in a road accident due to the negligent actions of another party, you should consult a personal injury attorney to protect your legal rights.

Friday 6 June 2014

Who Is Responsible for Sidewalk Slip and Fall Accidents?

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Depending on where your sidewalk slip or trip and fall accident occurred, you may be able to hold private or public entities accountable for your resulting injuries. However, just because you fell, it does not mean you will easily get the monetary compensation that you deserve.

In order to prove liability in a sidewalk trip or slip and fall accident, your premises liability attorney may have to prove various factors, such as how long the dangerous conditions existed, how the dangerous condition caused your fall, and whether the property owner knew or should have known about the hazardous condition.

Saturday 1 March 2014

Important Tips To Avoid a Dog Bite


The American Humane Association reports that there are approximately 4.7 million dog bites each year in the United States. Additionally, 800,00 individuals require medical treatment for dog bites each year. Young children and the elderly are at greater risk for dog bites.

In order to avoid becoming a dog bite statistic, you may consider the following five important tips:

Thursday 23 January 2014

How to Avoid 5 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Personal Injury Case

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There are many steps that you can take that will impact the outcome of your personal injury claim. The best way to avoid making mistakes is to avoid them in the first place. According to experienced New York personal injury attorneys, the five most common mistakes that personal injury claimants should avoid in order to get the full compensation they deserve are: