The Pros and Cons of Admitting Liability in a New York Lawsuit
There are many times in a personal injury or medical malpractice lawsuit in New York where the defending lawyer knows, and perhaps even admits, to his client’s fault in the events that caused the plaintiff to file a case. And yet, many defending lawyers are wary of admitting liability outright and discussing damages and compensation […]
What to Expect after You Send Your Injury Demand Letter
A personal injury demand letter serves as a single point purpose in a personal injury claim i.e. to get the ball rolling on negotiations. In this demand letter, which is the main focus of the negotiation process, the injured person needs to propose their strongest arguments to the insurance company. This need to include: The […]
What does the Emergency Doctrine in a Car Accident Refer To?
Road safety is one of the primary concerns for lawmakers in New York, and the state has decided to use red light cameras at traffic intersections to curb traffic violations and accidents. Experts have been disputing the efficacy of these cameras; some even say that this is more of a revenue generating gimmick than an […]
Pain and Suffering in a Personal Injury Case
The degree of pain and suffering that you have endured is indicated to an insurance company by the nature of your medical treatment and the type of injury you have suffered from. Here are a few factors you need to be aware of, regarding pain and suffering and compensation. How Medication can Show Pain and […]
When do Slip and Fall Accidents become a Personal Injury Case?
Slipping or tripping on a wet or slippery floor, ground, or stairs is a common occurrence and has happened to everyone at some point of their lives. It is quite normal to have something trip on a particular surface and if you trip, you can’t always hold the owner of a property responsible for it. […]
Vital Information Pertaining to Construction Accidents & Injury Claims
Working in construction can be a very dangerous profession because of the number of things that could go wrong on the job. Construction workers perform operations involving physical labor, often with heavy machinery or at terrible heights. There are times that falling debris might injure pedestrians or bystanders. In 2012 alone in the United States, […]
How the Right Medical Treatment can Increase the Settlement Value of a Personal Injury Claim
Medical special damages are a key component of most personal injury claims. This refers to the amount that has been spent on medical bills while having injuries diagnosed and treated. Adjusters use medical specials as part of the personal injury damages formula to figure out total damages. This formula depends on many key factors, such […]
Reasons to Consider Settling Your Personal Injury Lawsuit Out of Court
Many personal injury lawsuits are settled out of court since there are many advantages and benefits to this. Here are some reasons why you should consider settling your personal injury lawsuit out of court. Trials can be Expensive, but a Settlement may not Be Usually, the person who is injured in a personal injury lawsuit […]
What Happens When the Defendant is a No Show in a Trial in New York
This is a true story. A woman was walking down the intersection of 23rd Avenue and 1st Avenue when she was hit by a truck. A lawsuit was brought against the truck driver, the company that owned the truck – a construction company at that – and the lawsuit went to trial. At the trial, […]
Pedestrian Accident – What to do if You are Hit by a Car While Walking?
Car accidents take place when a vehicle collides into another one. But there are times that a person is walking on the street and they are hit by a car, which is termed as pedestrian accident. If you have been a victim of a pedestrian car accident, you may have certain legal rights and might […]
