New York City Personal Injury Blog
Be careful talking to property owners after falling on sidewalks
Queens residents must deal with construction, trash, ice and many other obstacles on the sidewalks and other public places. If you fall and injuries result, you should be careful if you talk to property owners or their representatives. They may interpret what you say...
Do handrails always prevent stairway accidents?
If you are in charge of a store or any public place in New York City where people often use a set of stairs, maintaining safety is a prime concern. In addition to keeping the stair steps in prime condition so they do not create trip hazards, you might believe...
How does New York punish hit and runs?
If you are driving on a New York street, walking on a sidewalk, or riding on a bicycle and are struck by another vehicle, the driver who hit you cannot simply drive off. State law requires a driver who causes injury or damage to stay on the scene to provide important...
What are the elements of medical malpractice?
If you feel you have suffered due to medical malpractice in New York, it is very important that you understand exactly what medical malpractice is. If you wish to collect damages for your injuries from the incident, you also need to understand the elements of a...
How can I avoid a wrong way driver crash?
Imagine driving down the road and suddenly you see car on your side of the road going the wrong way. Would you know what to do? Wrong way driving crashes are becoming more common and can be some of the deadliest accidents on New York roadways. This situation is often...
What makes warning signs easy to understand?
It is the responsibility of New York City property owners to maintain a safe premises for pedestrians to walk on. However, floors can become wet or damaged, necessitating repair or maintenance to make the dangerous area safe again. In the meantime, the hazardous area...
Can I sue the rideshare company after an auto accident?
You needed to get across town quickly for a meeting or event, so you opted for an Uber or Lyft ride instead of traveling on foot. The driver of your rideshare caused a crash, and now you have serious injuries that keep you from working and medical bills you cannot...
What is the statute of limitations on medical malpractice?
If you have been the victim of medical malpractice in New York, it is important to understand how the state statutes will affect your suit. Like with the vast majority of suits, there is a statute of limitations on medical malpractice. This means that after a certain...
What are my rights as a pedestrian in NYC?
New York City is one of the few places in the US where it is not necessarily advantageous to own a car. According to the Governor’s Safety Traffic Committee, New York State averages around 300 pedestrian deaths every year. Thus, it is important to be aware of your...
Signs of a TBI may not show up right after a fall
You cannot spend your life worrying about whether you will fall and sustain a brain injury while going about your business in New York, even though slipping and tripping hazards are everywhere around you. Fortunately, there are laws that require property owners to be...
