New York City is known for its traffic and dangerous roads. In fact, according to the New York City Police Department, there were 7,773 motor vehicle accidents in January 2022 alone. Notably, many of these accidents occur at the same intersections. Read on to learn more about the most dangerous street in NYC. Dangerous Streets in New York City...
Continue ReadingFollowing an accident, you know that your focus should be on your physical recovery; however, it’s hard not to focus on the financial aspect of the accident. While you can’t work for weeks or months, you still have bills to pay—not to mention the medical bills that will inevitably start showing up. By filing a personal injury claim, you...
Continue ReadingSince the Covid-19 pandemic took the world by storm, working from home has become much more common. While courts were closed on-and-off during the pandemic for everything but the most pressing legal issues, most courts are now open. However, there are still many people who are working from home, including attorneys. Thus, finding an attorney who works remotely is...
Continue ReadingA medical misdiagnosis makes a difficult situation even worse. When you’re already sick or injured and your doctor fails to identify the cause or prescribes the wrong treatment plan, you can suffer irreparable damage. Medical misdiagnosis can even be fatal. In fact, medical mistakes kill more than 250,000 Americans every year. The numbers are staggering. One recent study indicated...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you have likely had to deal with extensive medical bills and lost wages. We know these bills are highly time-sensitive and add up quickly. You need compensation, and you need it now. So what do you do? Contact a qualified personal injury attorney in New York, so you can get a...
Continue ReadingThe medical malpractice statute of limitations is codified by statute in both the New York and Florida civil codes. These statutes set a deadline by which you must file a medical malpractice lawsuit. If you miss the deadline without filing a lawsuit or finalizing a private settlement, you will be unable to recover for your injuries. Of course, you...
Continue ReadingWhen asked about the most dangerous roads on Long Island, most locals are familiar with a few of the obvious contenders. For example, anyone who has spent more than a few minutes listening to the Long Island Expressway traffic report will likely hear about an accident. However, the truth is that several of New York’s most dangerous roads are...
Continue ReadingSuffering catastrophic injuries in a preventable accident is a tragedy that no family should ever face. However, the reality is that countless families across the country are confronted with this very reality each year. If you suffered catastrophic injuries in a motor vehicle collision, workplace accident, or any other type of accident, the Law Offices of Theodore A. Naima...
Continue ReadingCar accident injuries can often manifest pain, confusion, fear, and worry. Injured victims often face the grueling aftermath of having to figure out how to recover payment for damages and medical treatment. Filing a legal claim with the responsible party’s insurance company might be the first step toward healing and eventual closure from your injury. How Long Does a...
Continue ReadingWhen riding, it’s common for motorcyclists to use lane splitting to get around traffic. However, if you’re new to riding or don’t know much about New York’s traffic rules, you may be wondering, Is lane splitting illegal? Here are a few key things you should know about the current traffic laws in New York and how to prevent lane-splitting...
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