As motorists, we know that a car accident can happen just about anytime and anywhere. So we drive cautiously and pay attention to what’s going on around us, in an effort to avoid such accidents. But what if you become the victim of an accident anyway, and it involves...
Brooklyn New York Legal Blog
Don’t accept a settlement without considering these four things
Most people who have been injured in a car accident need financial relief, and they need it fast. After all, medical bills can quickly come due, and lost wages can make it hard to raise your family and make ends meet. While a personal injury lawsuit can be a promising...
Time can be the enemy of a personal injury lawsuit
When you’re injured in a motor vehicle accident, it can be a lot to deal with. First, there’s the shock of the experience itself, followed by the pain of the injuries you suffer. The shock may go away but the injury remains. It can be hard to decide what you should do...
Can riders be held responsible in a rideshare accident?
We all know that car accidents are just a fact of life. This is true, even if we are in a rideshare, like Uber or Lyft. Just because we are in the backseat does not shield us from the realities of the road. Though, if there is a rideshare car accident, can the rider...
Defensive driving tips
According to some studies, aggressive driving behaviors are blamed for over 33% of all traffic accident. And, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, about 90% of all accidents can be attributed to some form of driver error. This is why defensive driving...
What you need to know about a retail premises liability claim
When you enter a retail store, you usually don’t think much about your safety. This is because these businesses tend to take it upon themselves to ensure that their premises are safe. After all, if they fail to exercise reasonable care to identify and correct...
Dentists commit malpractice too
You may not like going to the dentist but, when you do, you expect to be taken care of professionally and responsibly. After all, dentists must be extensively educated and trained before New York will even allow them to begin practicing. Despite this education and...
Private garbage trucks put Brooklyn pedestrians in danger
Garbage trucks are a familiar sight throughout Brooklyn. While these vehicles perform a necessary service and myriad problems would come about if trash was not collected and disposed of, that does not change the inherent risks that accompany these large vehicles. Of...
What will the crucial factors be in your bicycle accident case?
There are many people in New York who ride their bicycles as either a primary mode of transportation around the city, or even just for fun. But, unfortunately, in many cases there are quite a few motor vehicles around bicyclists, and the danger there is obvious. If...
Holding a New York dog owner liable after bite
Dogs have grown to mean so much more than a friend to their owner. They have become a pivotal part of the family. Even when residents in New York treat their dog like a family member, the reality is that they are still an animal that has animal instincts and...