Construction site accidents in New York elicit complex statutory, procedural, and evidentiary legal questions. One of the leading concerns for both the construction site accident victim and the responsible entity is whether to go to trial or settle a case. This decision often involves determining what the victim’s construction accident injuries are worth. Settlement documents and jury verdict reports...
Continue ReadingIn accordance with New York Consolidated Law §4-1.1, specific individuals have the legal right to file a wrongful death claim. This includes the deceased individual’s children, parents, spouse, or a duly appointed representative of the estate. According to New York law, these individuals are granted the authority to seek compensation for damages resulting from the wrongful death of their...
Continue ReadingWhen you suffer injuries because of the actions or inaction of another individual, business, or entity, you should consult with an experienced New York personal injury attorney. At the Law Offices of Theodore A. Naima, we have extensive experience successfully representing accident victims in their claims for damages. Contact Theodore A. Naima to learn about the personal injury lawsuit...
Continue ReadingDepositions are a critical stage in almost any personal injury case because it is one of the first times the other side gets to ask you questions about the accident and your injuries. Most of the time, the at-fault party and their insurance company determine whether to offer a settlement after reviewing a victim’s depositions, along with the other...
Continue ReadingLosing a family member to a preventable accident can be a traumatic experience with significant lifelong psychological and financial consequences. As it stands, New York’s wrongful death statute limits family members who are seeking compensation for the death of their loved one. However, Senate Bill S74A, known as New York’s Grieving Families Act, will amend the provisions and distribution...
Continue ReadingPremises liability cases arise from injuries sustained in slips and falls, dog bites, and other events that occur on public or private property. Understandably, clients want to know the average value for slip and fall settlements amounts. Unfortunately, it’s impossible to provide a settlement range for slip and fall cases or other premises liability claims in New York because...
Continue ReadingNew York is a no-fault state when it comes to car insurance. Under this system, insurance companies generally reimburse their policyholders for damages due to injuries regardless of who was at fault or responsible for the accident. Additionally, New York sets minimum coverage amounts that a registered vehicle owner must purchase to satisfy the financial responsibility requirements to obtain...
Continue ReadingOne of the biggest stressors associated with filing a personal injury lawsuit is not having a firm grasp of the process. By better understanding how cases proceed through the system, much of the stress and anxiety of being embroiled in a lawsuit can be reduced. Read on to learn more about what happens after a deposition. What Is a...
Continue ReadingConstruction is one of the most dangerous types of industries to work in. Construction sites are dangerous places for several reasons. For example, workers spend a significant amount of time high up in the air, work with potentially dangerous tools, and are in proximity to large construction vehicles. However, one of the most common causes of injuries to workers...
Continue ReadingUnder the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 30, depositions are a witness’s sworn, out-of-court testimony used for gathering information. Depositions are some of the most critical and productive devices available during the discovery stage of a New York personal injury lawsuit. Further, depositions provide one of the only opportunities for a lawyer to speak directly with the opposing...
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