Slipping and falling at a store can be more than just embarrassing. A same-level fall caused by negligent facility maintenance could potentially cause devastating injuries and life-altering functional limitations for the person who fell. Frequently, people may not...
Personal Injury Law
Does fault matter when making an insurance claim after a crash?
New York is one of 12 states in the country that has No-Fault insurance. Also known as Personal Injury Protection (PIP), this law means that the car owner’s insurer is responsible for covering accident-related costs — regardless of who was at fault in the car crash....
How soon must you file a personal injury claim in New York?
You may not have expected it: one moment, you were simply going about your day, and the next, you found yourself injured, frustrated and facing medical bills and missing work. The last thing on your mind might be legal deadlines, yet knowing exactly how long you have...
5 common causes of aviation accidents
Flying is one of the safest ways to travel, but when things go wrong, the consequences can be severe. Some accidents result from unavoidable circumstances, while others stem from preventable errors. Knowing what contributes to these incidents helps pilots, airlines,...
Could that concussion actually be a sign of something worse?
In people's fast-paced lives, the potential for accidents and injuries is ever-present. Among the various consequences, traumatic brain injuries stand out as serious threats to an individual's well-being that may go unnoticed at first. Traumatic brain injuries are...
How can slip-and-fall incidents happen indoors?
In the hustle and bustle of your daily life, you may overlook the potential dangers that exist within the seemingly safe confines of indoor spaces. Slip and fall incidents, though commonly associated with outdoor conditions, pose a significant risk indoors as well....
How can drowsiness on the road lead to an accident?
Drowsy driving is a perilous issue that plagues the roads, often leading to catastrophic accidents. Considering that 33% of Americans rate their last sleep as poor or just fair, according to Statista, drowsiness in general is not uncommon. There are several key...
What are some signs of spinal cord injuries after a fall?
After a serious trip and fall incident, you may be able to get up and walk without noticing any major signs of an injury. However, in the weeks and months following this fall, you could also start to sense some differences in your body. Knowing the common physical...
Slip-and-falls in New York can be costly
Slip-and-falls are common everywhere and can be very costly for everyone involved. Inclement weather increases the risk of a slip-and-fall significantly, whether that is ice, snow, or rain. In addition, accidents due to spilled liquids on aisles in grocery stores are...
Ways to help ensure safety on a private aircraft
People own personal airplanes for a number of reasons, including to get from one location to another more quickly or simply because they enjoy flying. However, there are many procedures that private pilots should follow to ensure the safety of themselves and their...

