Product liability claims can take anywhere from a few months to a few years to settle. How long your case takes depends on how complex it is and other factors unique to your situation. The best way to get an accurate timeline is through a one-on-one consultation with an experienced attorney who can ...
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How Long do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in New York?
The statute of limitations on personal injury claims in New York is three years from the date of the accident. This may seem like a sufficient amount of time, but in the aftermath of a severe injury, the statute of limitations can easily pass before you have a chance to talk to an ...
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Deadly Truck Accidents
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that 4,988 fatal crashes in 2020 involved at least one large truck or bus; 2020 is the latest year for which complete statistics are available. This is a three percent decline in fatal truck accidents from the year before, but 2020 ...
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Winter Sports TBI Awareness Month
January is Winter Sports Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month and a great time to recommit to taking steps to protect your head if you plan on engaging in a winter sport. It’s also an excellent time to consider your options if you sustain a brain injury while doing things like skiing, ...
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Impaired Drivers are More Common Than You Might Think
When you think of driver intoxication, it’s likely alcohol that comes to mind. In recent years, marijuana has entered more heavily into the conversation, particularly as more states move to decriminalize or legalize consumption. But you may be surprised to learn that while nearly half of all drivers ...
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I Have Been Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident. What Are My Options?
When you are injured in a slip and fall accident, you may be able to seek compensation beyond the offerings of insurance. However, insurance companies know that if they can get you to accept a settlement before you talk to an attorney, they can often minimize the amount they must pay. With this in ...
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Understanding the Risks of Drowsy Driving
According to studies conducted by the CDC, one in 25 adults reports falling asleep behind the wheel over a 30-day period. This is a frightening statistic, but it fails to capture the full scope of the problem. Not all drowsy drivers fall asleep, but all drowsy drivers pose a serious threat to ...
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Safe Toys and Gift Awareness Month
December is Safe Toys and Gift Awareness Month, an effort from Prevent Blindness America that encourages parents and other gift-givers to consider the toys they give to children. Things to bear in mind when giving a toy as a gift include the child's age and whether a toy requires adult supervision ...
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Holiday Traffic Increases the Risk of Accidents and Injury
The holiday season runs from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. This is a time of celebration for many people, encompassing several different holidays that increase familial and social gatherings that require some level of travel.
The busiest travel days during this time are:
According to AAA, ...
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What is the Statute of Limitations for Truck Accidents in New York?
You have three years from the date of a truck accident to file a personal injury claim in New York. However, waiting to file a claim can cause complications. Therefore, it is always best to take action as soon as possible, long before the statute of limitations becomes a factor.
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