Suffering an injury while on the job can be a challenging and overwhelming experience. In New York, there are specific legal steps to follow if you're injured at work to protect your rights and seek appropriate compensation. This short guide outlines the important actions you sho......
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Accidents often happen on construction sites, leading to injuries and potential legal liability. In New York, it's crucial to create a meticulous accident report to document the incident properly. Here is a guide on how to make an accident report for a construction site inj......
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Suffering a personal injury in a construction, slip and fall or a car crash accident can have devastating consequences, impacting your physical well-being, emotional state, and financial stability. When faced with the aftermath of an accident, understanding when to hire a New Yor......
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Injured victims in New York may sometimes mistakenly believe that they can save money by forgoing the services of a leading personal injury lawyer. They could not be more wrong. In the absence of strong legal representation, an injured victim or their family is usually no match a......
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The construction industry plays a vital role in New York's economy, but it also presents inherent risks to workers' safety. To address this concern, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified the "Fatal Four" hazards responsible for the majority......
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New York's has laws known as the “labor Laws” that include protecting construction workers from the dangers of falls and falling objects on job sites. Construction work involves working at heights, and the risk of accidents and injuries is ever-present. The “......
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In an unprecedented victory for victims of sexual abuse, the Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff achieved a record-setting $16 million verdict against the New York City Board of Education. The lawsuit stemmed from a grievous case of a child who suffered sexual molestation at the......
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The injuries that can result from the negligent actions of another can be debilitating and life-altering in nature. From a traumatic brain injury to nerve damage, internal organ damage, spinal cord injuries, or broken bones, the injuries you suffer can not only cause prolonged pa......
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Under New York law, if you get injured because of someone else's negligence, recklessness, or intentional act, you have the legal right to file a personal injury claim (also referred to as a tort claim) against the at-fault party and recover compensatory damages. In this sh......
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When a commercial truck collides with a passenger vehicle, the consequences can be devastating for the victims. A fully loaded 18-wheeler can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, whereas the average passenger vehicle only weighs a small fraction of it. In the event of an accident, the......
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