Pedestrian accidents are among the most likely to result in serious injury or death. And New York pedestrian accidents are especially common, given the non-stop traffic rushing through the city. In fact, according to the Governors’ Highway Safety Association, there were more than 6,500 fatal pedestrian accidents in the United States in 2020. Of these fatal accidents, 241 occurred...
Continue ReadingAfter a car accident in New York, knowing how much time you have to file a lawsuit is crucial. Under New York law, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is three years from the date of the accident. You must file a claim within that timeframe to seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, or other...
Continue ReadingWhen going through a personal injury claim, it’s common for victims to become frustrated after waiting so long for a resolution. During this process, you may ask yourself, how long after a deposition does it take to get a settlement? While there’s no exact answer that fits all situations, there are a few signs to look out for that...
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 slip and fall settlement in New York. Slip and fall settlement amounts in NYC typically range between $10,000 and $50,000. The exact amount depends on factors like injury severity...
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 ReadingVision Zero is a comprehensive road safety program to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries in New York City. If you or someone you know has suffered injuries in a car accident, contact an attorney to understand how NYC Vision Zero might influence liability, compensation, and the legal process in your car accident cases. What Is Vision Zero? NYC Vision...
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 ReadingConstruction 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...
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