Executive Summary: A product may be legally defective in New York because of a manufacturing flaw, unsafe design, or inadequate warning. To recover compensation, an injured person generally must connect the defect to the injury. Manufacturers and others in the distribution chain may potentially face liability depending on the facts. Preserving the product and other

  Executive Summary: Motorcyclists in New York may still recover compensation after a crash even if they were not wearing a helmet. Under New York’s comparative negligence law, compensation may be reduced if the lack of a helmet made certain injuries worse, but it does not automatically prevent recovery. The main issue in most cases

Executive Summary: Nursing home falls can cause serious injuries, but many are preventable. Federal and New York laws require facilities to assess fall risks, supervise residents, and maintain safe environments. When nursing homes fail to follow these responsibilities, they may be liable for resulting injuries. Families who suspect negligence should document the incident and seek

  Executive Summary: Injuries caused by construction zones in New York City may involve several responsible parties. Contractors, property owners, subcontractors, and city agencies all have legal duties to maintain safe conditions. If these responsibilities are ignored and someone is injured, a personal injury claim may be possible. Claims against the city must follow strict