Sexual assault is shockingly common in New York. Data from the New York City Alliance against Sexual Assault (NYCAASA) states that approximately 50,000 women are sexually assaulted in New York City every year and that number is probably growing because of the bail reform laws tha......
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If you have been injured in an 18-wheeler accident, you might be wondering how long it might take to settle your claim and get the compensation you need from the at-fault party. The answer is - it depends on a wide range of factors. On average, an 18-wheeler claim can take......
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If you have been sexually assaulted and are planning to sue the perpetrator, it is important to choose the right attorney to handle your claim. Sexual violence-based claims can be more complicated to handle than negligence based claims and recovering damages can prove to be trick......
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The world of New York labor laws is a complex one and not always easy to determine when and if it applies to construction accidents. Here's a look at how the two intersect. You can find the full list of protections guaranteed under New York labor laws here.The protec......
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Slip and fall injuries are one of the leading causes of emergency room visits and hospitalizations in New York. Older adults are especially vulnerable to slip and fall accidents - owing to impaired vision and gait and balance related problems. Under New York law, the......
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Being sexually assaulted at the workplace can be an extremely traumatizing experience. Apart from the physical impact of the assault, which can be painful in its own way, the memories of the incident can haunt you for a long time, affect your self-esteem, productivity and earning......
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Sexual harassment and sexual abuse are forms of sexual misconduct that are punishable under local, state, as well as federal law. While these terms are used interchangeably at times, there are several key differences between these two types of criminal offenses that you need to b......
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Sexual abuse involves non-consensual sexual contact by one person upon another. The term is not limited to a particular sexual act and is commonly used to describe a wide range of sexually abusive behavior - from unwanted touching to sodomy. While anyone can be subjected to......
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Sexual assault attorney Michael Lamonsoff and his legal team will obtain compelling evidence, such as a copy of the police report, medical records, therapy and counseling records, forensic evidence, witness accounts, proof of any communication with the defendant, and any other po......
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Structural failures can cause a building to partially or totally collapse, resulting in catastrophic injuries and deaths. A structurally defective building can collapse while it is under construction or while it is being used - depending on the severity of the defects. In N......
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