February is American Heart Month
February marks the annual American Heart Month. It’s a time for heart health awareness and education. Heart disease is the number one killer of Americans. It is important to take steps to be healthy, but …
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Who May be Liable in a Truck Accident Case?
Truck accidents can result in serious life-altering injuries, and determining who is at fault can be a complicated matter. In most truck accidents, a thorough investigation is required to determine what happened and why. A …
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What’s the Difference Between a Wrongful Death Case and a Survivorship Case?
When a loved one dies due to someone else’s negligence, it can be a stressful and emotional time. However, it is important to consider that the negligent person or entity may be held responsible for …
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Proving Fault in a Car Accident Case
If you’ve been seriously injured, you may be able to obtain compensation from an at-fault driver. Determining who was at-fault for an accident involves figuring out who was negligent.
What Must Be Proven?
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Why You Need a Trusted and Compassionate Attorney for Your Child Victim’s Act Claim
The Child Victim’s Act in New York has been front-page news as thousands of child sexual abuse cases have been filed against churches, schools, and organizations such as the Boy Scouts. There are thousands of …
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The Long-Term Effects of Traumatic Brain Injury
Thousands of people suffer from traumatic brain injuries every year, and for many of these people, there are serious long-term effects. Traumatic brain injuries can be caused by a number of different things, including motor …
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The Dangers of Defective Car Seats
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for children. Avoiding these tragedies relies on safe driving and the use of appropriate safety gear. …
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When is it Medical Malpractice?
Sometimes medical procedures or treatments don’t go as planned, and there is a negative outcome. These negative outcomes don’t necessarily mean that there has been negligence on the part of a medical provider. Medical malpractice …
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Who May be Liable for Slip and Falls on Snow and Ice?
Every day people slip and fall on snow and ice in New York City. A fall on snow and ice can lead to serious injuries such as fractures and traumatic brain injuries. Most falls are …
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What Obligation Do Drivers Have in Winter Weather Conditions?
Winter weather is in full swing in New York City, and so are adverse driving conditions. According to the Federal Highway Administration, every year, 900 people die, and 76,000 are injured in winter weather …
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