New York City Personal Injury Blog

How to figure appropriate compensation for your brain injury in Manhattan?

Brain injuries are terrifying. Infections, broken bones and lacerations are all something tangible; something you can fight with determination and science. However, a brain injury is insidious. You may not even be aware that your brain is injured. With medical expenses piling up, you or a loved one may be tempted to accept an insurance… read more

The Three Types of Products Liability Suits

One of the worst kind of accidents or disasters can occur when something you take for granted stops working. It could be something simple, like if your alarm clock breaks on the very day you have an important appointment. And it is also true when your car suddenly catches fire for no discernable reason. Last week General… read more

No-fault insurance and bus accidents in Manhattan

We’ve all done it. The train is down for repairs at a station between your house and work, so you catch a bus connection to the next station. It’s standing room only so you can’t grab a seat. You look down to check your phone, and suddenly you are thrown to the floor. You hear whining wheels,… read more

What do I do when my surgery goes very wrong?

You haven’t felt like yourself since the surgery. The doctor said that you would experience discomfort for the next few days, but it was only an appendectomy. Finally, you can’t stand it. You head to your GP and explain how you’ve been feeling. The GP takes a quick X-ray and there it is, the source… read more

Occurrence of medical malpractice in the United States

The term “medical malpractice” is well known. Medical malpractice is one of the most common reasons for death in the United States, creating an environment full of anxiety, stress, and in some a lack of confidence in the medical profession. Cases of medical malpractice are very costly and generally cause a great deal of hardship… read more

What should I do to ensure compensation after a truck accident?

No one plans on getting hit by a truck. You’re driving along the FDR on your morning commute, minding your own business, when a semi-truck slams into the rear of your midsize sedan. Trucks represent a small but deadly portion of the 70,000 annual auto collisions in NYC. Semi-trucks can weigh up to 80 tons… read more

Insufficient warning on pot leads to lawsuit

Marijuana legalization has been a hot-button topic for several years. Advocates suggest that commercializing it would help remove the stigma and danger associated with the drug. However, a recent lawsuit against one of the largest marijuana growers in the nation may show consumers that making pot legal doesn’t necessarily make it safe. Two marijuana users… read more

Can you sue a hospital for being unclean?

Being ill is always unpleasant and all most people can think about is getting better as soon as possible. Fortunately, most medical professionals are dedicated to helping their patients as much as possible and trying to speed up their recovery if they can. However, it is a sad fact that not everyone is as diligent… read more

A bus is often deemed to be a common carrier in Manhattan

Not everyone enjoys using the bus, but many people in New York rely on these vehicles at one time or another. Furthermore, if you are visiting somewhere to see the sights, you might decide to take a trip on a tour bus. Whatever the case, there is a good chance that you will have experienced… read more

Study warns children are at risk of brain injury deaths

It is no secret that a brain injury is a very serious matter, no matter how old or young you are. Yet, as many parents in New York will agree, it is most people’s worst nightmare to learn that such an injury has befallen their child. Brain injuries can significantly affect all aspects of a… read more