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Who is Liable For a Nursing Home Injury in New York?

Gary Silverstein July 8, 2021

Nursing homes in New York provide care to persons of all ages who need round-the-clock care and supervision. While all such facilities provide basic nursing care and services, some nursing homes have arrangements available for specialized care for persons with special medical needs. New York State regulations and federal regulations govern the operation of these facilities and they lay down standards to assure that the elderly residents get the best possible care and quality of life.

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Can You Sue The Government For Personal Injury in New York?

Gary Silverstein July 5, 2021

In New York, if you sustain injuries because of a slip and fall, a car accident, or any other accident arising out of someone’s negligence or misconduct; you may file a personal injury lawsuit against the erring individual or entity. But what happens if the negligent at-fault party is a government agency or entity? What recourse do you have under New York law if your injuries are due to the negligence of a municipal agency, for example, you slip and fall on a cracked stairway at the city hall?

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Tips For Safe Driving in New York on 4th of July

Robert Wolff July 1, 2021

When people think of 4th of July, they think of backyard BBQs and fireworks – the last thing they think of is traffic accidents. But according to the National Security Council, this holiday is one of the deadliest times to be on the road. Since most Americans out celebrating Independence Day, a lot of drivers usually feel more “loose” especially if they are under the influence. The odds of colliding with another vehicle significantly rise as there are more drivers on the road during holidays.

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Liability For Parking Lot Accidents in New York

Robert Wolff June 30, 2021

Most of us use parking lots every day as part of our daily routine of driving and commuting, without giving them much thought. While it is not a cause of much concern or immediately obvious, there are several ways a person might sustain injuries in a parking lot.

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How to Obtain Compensation in an NYC Hit And Run Accident?

Robert Wolff June 29, 2021

One in four car crashes reported in New York City is hit and run accidents. While the law in New York requires the negligent driver to stay at the accident site until the police arrive or things are settled, in many cases, the at-fault motorist may attempt to flee after the accident in the hope to avoid liability, while leaving behind injured people.

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Claiming For a Defective Product Injury in New York

Gary Silverstein June 28, 2021

When anyone buys a product, they naturally assume that the product is safe to use. Under US laws, persons who design, manufacture, and distribute any product are required to make sure that the products they release do not pose unreasonable risks of injury to consumers. However, there may be occasions when manufacturers, either due to negligence or carelessness, release products that are unsafe into the market.

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Nursing Home Negligence Can Cause Injury to Your Loved One in NYC

Gary Silverstein June 24, 2021

Nursing home care in New York provides much-needed support to many families that find it difficult to care for their elders at home. Most such long-term care facilities provide thorough details regarding the medical support staff, equipment, and amenities available on the premises and promise to provide the best possible care to the elder whom you commit to their care.

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Risk of Truck Accidents Due to Drowsy Driving in New York

Gary Silverstein June 22, 2021

The job of a truck driver typically involves spending long hours behind the wheels on long, dreary highways. To add to the already challenging conditions, the sword of tight deadlines constantly hangs over a trucker’s head. Such tedious conditions combine to cause truckers to spend more time on the road than they ideally should. All this ends up making them susceptible to exhaustion, jadedness, burnouts, and falling asleep behind the wheel, which increases the risk of truck accidents.

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Types of Bus Accidents in New York And Who is Liable?

Robert Wolff June 21, 2021

Buses play a big role in the daily commute for thousands on the New York streets and roadways. A large number of city, charter, school, and tour buses carry NYC commuters to their destinations each day. Among these numerous safe and successful daily bus trips, there are instances when bus accidents occur – causing serious physical, emotional, and financial hardship to those involved. 

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