Like many states, New York has a statute that permits survivors of a person killed by the wrongful act of another to sue for damages. Unlike many states, New York’s wrongful death statute does not allow these survivors to seek damages for lost companionship caused by...
Month: May 2022
Ways to prevent medical mistakes
Medical mistakes are among this country’s leading causes of death and injuries. There are at least 440,000 patient deaths each year in hospitals from preventable medical errors, according to a 2013 study in the Journal of Patient Safety. Information Taking part in...
What to do if you slip, trip or fall on a city subway or bus
Slips, trips and falls on New York City subways or buses are not uncommon and can result in serious injuries for victims. Important relief for their damages may be available, but the process of making a premises liability claim can be complex. Those who have been...
Reports: New York City has a distracted driving problem
New York State as a whole has a relatively good reputation when it comes to distracted driving. Despite this, other studies show New York City’s drivers are the most likely to operate a vehicle while distracted compared with other major cities. The report, compiled by...
Four reasons not to trust the insurance company
So, you or a loved one has been injured in an accident. There is a lot to deal with, isn’t there? The physical pain and exhaustion may be too much to handle, and your medical bills are quickly piling up at a time when you are unable to work to earn a wage. All of this...
New York construction accident statistics are good news, bad news
Since construction work is such a major industry in New York City, many people are involved in it in one way or another. The construction industry is one of the riskiest for worker injuries and death. The combination of the number of construction projects ongoing in...