Between 2013 and 2016, group daycares in New York City received 19,493 violation citations. 50% of those were critical violations, termed as violations that must be corrected within two weeks. According to government reports, the worst offender during that reporting...
What to Expect from a Consultation with a Personal Injury Lawyer
One of the first steps you should take after being injured in any accident is to contact the personal injury lawyer of your choice. You do not have to wait. You can get a lawyer on your side on the day of the accident if you want to, and it's usually a good idea. ...
Tips for Documenting Injuries During Your Personal Injury Case
Documenting your personal injury claim is the key to maximizing your case. The more evidence you can provide to back your claims, the stronger your case will become. Documentation starts nearly at the moment of the accident. Here's everything you need to know. Tip #1:...
The Impact of Social Media on Personal Injury Cases
Social media is an integral part of our lives during the digital age. While it's invaluable for staying connected to family members and friends and for professional networking, it nevertheless comes with some serious drawbacks. One drawback is the impact social media...
Understanding New York’s Dram Shop Law
Injured by a drunk driver? The driver may not be the only liable party. Under New York's Dram Shop Laws, a liquor store or bar that sold alcohol to the drunk driver may also be held responsible for your injuries and losses. Under the law, alcohol sellers may not sell...
Understanding Punitive Damages in NYC Personal Injury Cases
Often when we meet with clients, they are outraged by the behavior of the negligent party in their personal injury case. We have nothing but empathy for these feelings, especially when the conduct they're talking about is egregious. These clients always want to know...
Why are New York’s streets deadlier in 2021 than in previous years?
The grim results are in. In the first six months of the year, car accidents in New York City killed 124 people. According to advocacy group Transportation Alternatives, it was the worst first half of any year for traffic fatalities since at least 2014. The question...
Sexual Assault by a Doctor – Even if Consensual, You can Still Sue Your Doctor and Win
The Law I want to tell you a little something about sexual assault by a medical professional. It’s not allowed. . . ever. I don’t care if you throw your arms around the doctor’s neck and kiss him or you tell him or her that you love them. Doctors are supposed to know...
The Anatomy of a Lawsuit using the Miami Building Collapse
By now, we have all read about the national tragedy in Surfside, Florida, when the 12-story Champlain Towers South building partially collapsed into a pile of concrete and dust, leaving what is anticipated to be almost 150 people dead. The Initial Reaction When an...
How to help your lawyer make you money in your personal injury case
You were recently in an accident – that’s too bad and I’m sorry to hear that. Then you hired a very good lawyer (hopefully our firm) to fight for YOUR rights – congratulations! Now you are a plaintiff in a lawsuit – it’s time to “help your lawyer help you.” What do I...