Sharing the road with teen drivers involves a certain level of risk. Younger motorists lack the experience older drivers have, and this may make it harder for them to react in emergency situations or make smart decisions while navigating traffic. Research shows that...
Personal Injury Law
What evidence do I need for a slip-and-fall claim?
If you have injuries from a slip-and-fall accident at a store or parking structure, you may have serious injuries. Though falls are common, older people tend to suffer more catastrophic injuries. Property owners have an obligation to keep their property free and clear...
What can a person do after falling in a store?
As a customer of a business, you have the right to a reasonable expectation of safety. Yet, some do not abide by safety standards and put patrons at risk. If you slip and fall at a business, you may worry that its owner will not take responsibility for your injuries....
Who is to blame for a rear-end collision?
Rear-end accidents are probably more common than you think. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates rear-end crashes account for roughly 40% of all reportable car accidents. Unfortunately, if someone hits the back of your vehicle, you may...
What are the special considerations for defamation by radio or on television?
Defamation is when someone says false statements about another person publicly that will hurt that person's reputation. For example, if someone said that you sold dog meat from your restaurant in a public forum and that caused you to lose business at your restaurant,...
What constitutes as defamation?
According to the New York State Bar Association, defamation is the act of making a false statement that exposes a plaintiff to ridicule, aversion, disgrace or public contempt in the minds of rational people. For a defamation claim to reach a court audience, the...
What should you do after slipping and falling in a store?
When you go shopping, you expect it to be a routine experience. The only surprise you hope to experience is finding a bargain. Unfortunately, retail establishments are full of hazards that can cause you to slip and fall. Negligent property owners and store managers...