New York Personal Injury Blog

Who Do I Sue for Apartment Fire Injuries in Queens?

Apr 26, 2017

Apartment fires are a huge problem in Queens, with dozens of potential causes for injury. With over 444,663 rental units in the borough, fires in shared apartment buildings can be disastrous. Of those apartments, 109,238 are in buildings with over 50 units. Living so close to others can mean that one person’s careless mistakes can …

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Is the Driver Always Responsible for a Single Car Accident?

Apr 19, 2017

Like many legal questions, the answer is “it depends.” In many single car accidents, the driver is the only one in the car, the only one injured, and the only one on the road when the accident happens. In those cases, the driver is probably the only one responsible. In other cases, drivers are pushed …

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For Uber/Lyft Accidents in NY, Do You Sue the Driver or Company?

Apr 5, 2017

Whether you were injured as a passenger in an Uber or Lyft car, as another car in a crash with an Uber or Lyft, or as a pedestrian hit by one of these cars, you may be wondering whom you should sue. Uber and Lyft have complicated business models, where the drivers may not be …

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How Long Do I Have to File for Medical Malpractice in New York?

Mar 30, 2017

If you were injured by a doctor’s medical negligence, surgical errors, or failure to diagnose, you may be wondering how long you have to file your case. In general, New York gives patients two and a half years to file their cases with a New York court. Other technicalities change this rule, or may give …

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Snowy MTA Subway Steps Causing Injuries in New York City

Mar 23, 2017

This year’s snowfall has been quite heavy in New York City. One of the biggest problems with the snow is the snow-packed, poorly-shoveled subway steps. There are numerous videos online of people struggling to climb up and down the stairs, clinging to the railing, and even sliding down the steps. In some cases, the stairs …

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How to Handle a Hoverboard Death Lawsuit in New York

Mar 20, 2017

On March 10, 2017, a toddler in Harrisburg, PA became the first person in the U.S. to die because of the dangers associated with “Hoverboards.” The toddler’s death was due to a Hoverboard fire caused by the toy’s battery catching fire. Alongside the risks associated with cell phone battery fires, so many children are put …

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