There are many ways someone could suffer from a spinal cord injury, almost 40% of them are caused by automobile accidents. A spinal cord injury can truly be catastrophic, whether it is from a slip and fall or tripping which counts for over 30% of the injuries to in car accidents. The one common factor is they often happen because of another person’s carelessness, unsafe conditions at the workplace. The injuries that are a result
Movies and TV shows all show attorneys litigating in court. In reality, Hollywood with all embellishes would find themselves with a TV show that isn’t all that exciting. Personal injury cases are quite common but they are usually nothing like Hollywood would have you believe. Here are four common misconceptions: Will the Insurance Companies Always Give You The Compensation You Need The insurance companies are always looking to pay out as little as possible. Because
Child Safety Seat Placement You want to protect your child the best you can if there is an accident so you get the safest car and the safest child seat. Is there anything a Syracuse personal injury lawyer could advise you about that could help better the odds of your child surviving a serious auto accident? Everyone knows that you should not place a child safety seat in the front seat, but not many parents
It is the responsibility of a grocery store to keep its property safe for shoppers. If someone should sustain a slip and fall injury at a store or on the stores property - such as in the parking lot - the store is not automatically responsible. There must be proof of negligence that needs to be determined. A retail store, like any property owner, has a responsibility to keep their property free from hazards that
(NY) With COVID-19 causing companies across the nation to close their doors and send employees home, it is an unfortunate fact of life that accidents and injuries that can affect your life and livelihood continue to happen. Accidents and injuries happen when you least expect them, whether you are involved in a car accident, a workplace injury, or a slip and fall accident, the results can be devastating and have a long-term impact on your
There is no question that motor vehicle accidents can happen anywhere. In Syracuse and the Central New York area with all the highways, this is no exception. Car accidents can have a traumatizing effect on those that are involved and the legal concerns are probably the farthest from your mind just after a serious car crash. Like a lot of big businesses, Insurance companies are looking to line their own pockets. When there is a
Probably the first thing someone who has been injured thinks of after an accident (automobile, workplace, etc.) is "am I alright," and then they think about seeing a doctor or going to the emergency room. Other things on the agenda might also be about filing an accident claim with their insurance company, and if necessary finding another car to get them to and from work if they were in a car accident and their car
How Much Is My Workers’ Compensation Case Worth? A frustrated worker in Syracuse called our office recently. A couple of years ago he was injured while on the job, and his case was close to being completed. His frustration came from his lawyer who wouldn’t give him any idea what amount he would receive for his settlement. He came to us hoping to get some insight. Firstly, let's be clear: no attorney should tell you
Contingency based fees are the standard payment arrangement between a personal injury attorney in New York and their clients. What this means is that you do not pay anything to hire an attorney in New York. A car accident lawyer only collects fees after you win your case and obtain compensation. A Syracuse car accident lawyer will represent you during this difficult time, fighting to make your life easier following an accident. Your Car Accident
How Long After A Car Accident Can You Sue in NY? The short answer is that in New York, you only have three years to sue. This statute of limitations can be shorter if the liable party is a government entity. There are other deadlines that can are also very short. An example of this are cases against a governmental / municipal entity that require a “Notice of Claim” within 90 days of the accident.