Top Rated Syracuse “Serious Injury" Lawyers Fighting for People Injured in Car, SUV and Truck Accidents in New York Car accidents can result in various types of injuries, and in the state of New York, not all injuries may qualify as "serious" under New York's no-fault law. To pursue a personal injury claim and seek compensation, it is necessary to meet the criteria of a "serious physical injury" caused directly by the accident, as determined
Bald tires and automobile accident liability. Tire maintenance is a crucial aspect of safe driving, not only in Syracuse and Central New York, but whenever you get behind the wheel of your passenger car or truck. Your tires are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road and are designed to provide proper traction for a smooth, secure and safe drive. However, over time, the tread on your tires wears down, and
Bald Tires Accidents If you are driving on bald tires and lose control of the vehicle and have an accident that causes injuries, it is possible you could be found at fault and liable for the injuries suffered. You might be thinking if my tire blows and I have an accident, wouldn’t it be an “act of God” and I wouldn’t be held responsible? The truth is it depends on whether you were negligent, in
You have been in a car accident and you are now looking for attorney representation. Most attorneys or law firms offer free consultations. Injured parties are often nervous or scared to reach out and schedule a consultation. They are unsure what to expect and don’t want to feel pressured like a used car salesman looking for a sale. Some people don’t know if they have a valid calm or worry that they will have to
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
Slip & Fall Accidents - Premises Liability in New York State In New York State, slip and fall accidents are a common type of accident injury associated with premises liability. Slip and fall injuries can range from just minor bruising and abrasions to very serious head injuries and even death. When a slip and fall accident happens in a public place or on someone else’s property, it is up to the injured victim to prove
In 2015 the Bureau of Labor Statistics stated that there were 135 construction workers that were killed due to roadway accidents. Drivers need to be aware and more cautious when driving through construction areas. Distracted drivers are over thirty times more likely to be responsible for causing an accident in work zone than non-distracted drivers. Distracted Driving and Work Zones Most of have heard and know that distracted driving is a serious problem. It can
Maybe you have been suffering from the discomfort from severe arthritis, an old back injury or any number of other possible conditions. Your doctor may have told you that down the road surgery would be needed but right now there is no need to rush into it. Now you find yourself hurt in an auto accident. While you recover from your recent injuries you find the pain from your previous condition is now unbearable and
After a motor vehicle accident, you will probably be concentrating on healing from your injuries. The negligent driver’s insurance company will reach out to you at some point to take your statement and discuss the details of the accident and often at some point offer you a settlement check. Before that happens, you should speak to a personal injury attorney like McMahon Kublick, PC in Syracuse, New York. What to do About a Settlement Offer
An accident injury lawyer can help relieve an enormous amount of stress after you've been injured. If you are injured in an accident, whether at work or not, it can be confusing and stressful trying to understand what you need to do or how to proceed. Apart from the emotional stress of the accident itself, what do you do? Were you wounded? If so, seek medical attention immediately. Then, once your injuries have been taken