If you were injured due to another party’s negligence, recklessness, or deliberate action, you may have a personal injury case. You must also have evidence supporting your claim, such as police reports, photos, videos, or medical records. While the statute of limitations in New York is usually three years from the accident date, you should consult a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. At …
What to Expect and How to Prepare for a Personal Injury Trial in New York
To prepare for a personal injury trial in New York, work closely with your attorney to gather all necessary evidence, including medical records, accident reports, and witness statements. Practice your testimony to clearly explain your injuries and how they have impacted your life. Be prepared for cross-examination by understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your case. Additionally, dress appropriately, arrive …
Who is At Fault in a Motorcycle Accident?
Determining fault in a motorcycle accident in New York depends on the specific circumstances of the collision. Liability is based on negligence, meaning the party that failed to exercise reasonable care is held responsible. For example, other motorists are often at fault for motorcycle accidents due to behaviors such as failing to yield, distracted driving, and not checking blind spots …
Scaffolding Accidents – New York Construction Zone Dangers
Scaffolds are a regular feature of life in New York. They are a necessary element of building construction and maintenance, but unfortunately, they are also the catalyst for thousands of accidents every year. The scaffolding accident lawyers at Manhattan’s Friedman, Levy, Goldfarb & Green represent construction workers and commuters who have suffered injuries in scaffolding mishaps. We understand and have …
When Is a Lawsuit Against Pediatrician Necessary?
Parents and other caregivers understandably become invested in the well-being of the children in their care. When one of those children is harmed by a doctor who was supposed to make them well, the regret can feel overwhelming. The New York City medical malpractice attorneys at Friedman, Levy, Goldfarb & Green often answer questions from parents who suspect pediatric malpractice …
How Much Is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Worth?
In the wake of a loved one’s death, grieving family members are left to pick up the pieces. If the death stems from the negligence of another party, they may be wondering whether they should file a wrongful death lawsuit. What Is Wrongful Death? “Wrongful death” is a specific type of case in which the death or injury eventually leading …
Injured While on Medicare: What Happens Now?
When you are injured in an accident due to the negligent, reckless or willful conduct of another, you may be entitled to receive a settlement. Often times, these settlements are paid out by insurance companies. Unfortunately, if you are a Medicare beneficiary, you may have to forfeit some or all of the settlement you receive. Medicare is federally provided health …
The Baseball Rule and Sporting Event Injuries
Each year, over 70 million tickets to Major League Baseball games are sold in cities across the country. Fans flock to these games for the live action – the opportunity to see their favorite players in the flesh, enjoy a few hot dogs and belt out the fan favorite “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” with thousands of other die-hards …
Damages Allowed in Personal Injury Cases
If you have been injured in an accident, and another party is to blame, you may be able to obtain monetary damages from that person or business to compensate you for medical expenses, loss of income and pain and suffering as a result of the accident. There are a variety of types of damages allowed in personal injury cases. Those …
SUM – The most Important Insurance you DO NOT Have
We have a new client who was out for a walk when he was hit by a car, suffering multiple fractures to his legs, wrist and hand. From the address in Brooklyn of the offending driver on the police report, and the fact that he was driving a 14 year old Chevrolet, I had a pretty good hunch that he …
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