A car crash can leave you dealing with painful injuries, medical bills and uncertainty about what comes next. You may wonder whether the accident gives you the right to seek compensation. In New York, the answer depends on several factors, including the severity of...
New York Labor Law 240, often called the Scaffold Law, gives workers some of the strongest protections in the nation. Dating back to 1885, this law remains a vital safety net for the building trades. It is different from standard injury law because it focuses on the...
Construction workers in New York have some of the strongest legal protections in the country. Understanding these rights can protect your health, your income and your future. Your right to a safe workplace Every construction worker in New York is entitled to a...
After suffering an injury, it is important to take action as soon as possible if you intend to file a lawsuit. New York has a deadline for such cases known as the statute of limitations, and failing to meet it means you can lose your right to compensation. This...
In New York, if someone’s carelessness harms you in any way, you can file a personal injury claim against them. This is often done to receive financial compensation for any money you might have lost due to medical bills, property repairs and lost wages. However, to...
After a car accident or other injury, you might hear the person who hurt you say "I'm sorry." This simple statement can feel meaningful when you face medical bills and recovery time. Many injured people wonder whether they can use these words in their legal case. The...
When a personal injury case ends with a large settlement or court award, the next step is deciding how to receive the funds. In New York, you have two choices: a structured settlement or a lump sum payment. Each option affects your taxes, long-term security and...
In New York, bicycles are a common form of transportation that provides cyclists with a quicker way to travel through the busy streets and congested roads. However, the rise in bicycle use in the state has also significantly increased the reported number of bicycle...
If you've been hurt in an accident, you might worry that having done something contributory to the damage will prevent you from getting compensation. Dealing with physical injury is bad enough. Having to pay for bills and enduring other damages by yourself is way...
Life moves quickly, and accidents can happen in snap. It is easy to trip or suffer a serious injury, and on a limited budget, it can feel like the worst possible timing. Before you assume you are out of luck, it is worth understanding how New York handles shared fault...