Being involved in an accident of any kind is traumatic and, no doubt, stressful. But, after a motorcycle accident, the actions that you take could determine the outcome of your claim in the future. Motorcycles are a common fixture in New York City – especially because streets are often too cluttered with motor vehicles. They […]
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In the state of New York, anyone driving with a blood alcohol content level (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher is considered over the legal limit; therefore, they are breaking the law by operating a motor vehicle. When someone makes the choice to drive under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, they are risking the
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It is just as important to know what not to do, as it is to know how to properly file a workers’ compensation claim in the state of New York. These claims are extremely important, and they are what help keep you financial stable while you recover from a work-related injury. They allow you to
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After you have been injured in a motor vehicle collision, it is best to start building your case. You will need to gather as much evidence as possible to (i) strengthen your claim, and (ii) ensure that the insurance company gives you the settlement that your injuries deserve. As the plaintiff, you have the burden
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Everyone has gotten behind the wheel when tired – in some cases, you may even be guilty of falling asleep briefly behind the wheel. It is not surprising, then, that one out of four drivers in the United States have said that they have driven once (or more) when they are so tired they could
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These days, people are always multitasking. In fact, it is almost demanded in order to stay on top of children’s schedules, work pressures, and social life. While there are plenty of tools to help you be more efficient with your time, none of them are designed to be used in the car. Multitasking is one
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Wrongful death claims and personal injury claims have some similarities. Both are based on negligence – the fact that a person had a duty of care, which was breached. In both, someone suffers some form of injury. As a result of that injury, there were financial costs (i.e., medical bills, hospitalization, lost wages, in-home care,
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After a serious injury, you may wonder what your options are for compensation. You may have even contemplated filing a personal injury claim. You know the importance of hiring an attorney to get maximum settlement, but with so many lawyers to choose from in New York, how do you decide? Finding the right personal injury
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Performing electrical work, whether as an electrician or working on a job site for new construction, can be dangerous. Those in this field are at high-risk for injury, and most of those injuries that occur each year are preventable. Electrical currents expose workers to serious, widespread occupational hazards – especially the risk of electrocution. Electrical
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Building Safety Month (BSM), was created by the International Code Council (ICC) to help raise public awareness among families, businesses, and individuals to understand what it takes to create safe structures in the United States. This campaign reinforces the need for safety in terms of using today’s building codes, using a stronger and more efficient
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