What is the average settlement for a drunk driving claim in New York? This is a question you might find yourself asking if you have been injured by a drunk driver. It is understandable, since the costs associated with treating your injuries and rehabilitation can be quite substan......
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If you are an undocumented worker who has suffered an injury due to your employer's negligence or due to any third party’s negligence, you might be wondering whether you have the right to sue the at-fault party and how that might impact your status. The short an......
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Few things can be scarier than being involved in an accident with a commercial truck. Due to the sheer size of these vehicles and the amount of cargo they tend to transport, even a low-speed collision can have devastating consequences. The injuries resulting from a commerci......
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If you slip and fall on someone's property and injure yourself, you might be able to hold them liable for your injuries and recover damages. In order to be able to do so, it is important to have an experienced New York slip and fall injury lawyer on your side. Why sho......
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A vast majority of personal injury claims filed in New York are settled out of court through negotiation. Once a settlement is reached, the compensation can be paid out in two ways - a lump sum settlement or a structured settlement. A lump-sum settlement – as th......
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New York Scaffolding accidents tend to happen with alarming regularity in the construction industry. Data shows that every year, at least 60 workers are killed and over 4,500 are injured in scaffolding accidents. While experts say that a vast majority of these accidents can be pr......
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When you drive, it is important to follow the rules of the road - not only for your own safety, but also for the safety of those who share the road with you. Still, despite your best efforts, accidents can happen – due to someone else's fault. If and when it hap......
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Under New York law, if you lose a loved one as a result of someone's negligence, you have the right to bring a wrongful death claim against them and seek damages. However, the law only allows you to recover economic damages and does not allow you to recover any damages for......
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It is well known that undocumented immigrants make up a significant percentage of New York's workforce. Data shows that undocumented workers contribute over $40 billion to the state’s economy and pay over $1 billion in taxes every year. Despite these contributio......
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If you have suffered an injury as a result of someone else's negligence, you might be wondering whether you need to hire a personal injury lawyer to handle your claim. The short answer to your question is - yes, you do need a lawyer to handle your personal injur......
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