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Understanding New York’s Scaffold Law: Your Rights After a Fall

New York has a unique law to protect construction workers who work at heights. This law imposes strict liability on contractors and property owners who fail to provide scaffolding and fall protection for workers on scaffolding or staging.  New York’s scaffold law, combined with the state’s workers’ compensation system, gives workers several options for seeking Continue Reading..

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What to Do After a Car Accident in NYC: Step-by-Step Legal Guide

Car accident claims often involve slippery facts and complex legal doctrines. As such, your actions after a crash could affect the strength and value of your case.  The following steps will help you gather evidence to support your case, corroborate your story about what happened, and protect you from potential defenses.  FAQ: What to Do

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What Counts as a Catastrophic Injury Under New York Law?

The term “catastrophic injury” is common in both personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. However, New York law doesn’t actually define this term.  Instead of meeting a specific definition, therefore, your attorney will attempt to prove that you suffered catastrophic injuries by pointing to their impacts on your life, health, and finances.  FAQ: Catastrophic Injuries

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Proving Driver Negligence in Pedestrian Accident Cases in New York

Pedestrians can seek compensation when drivers negligently injure them. In New York, claimants have the right to bring negligence claims for unintentional, preventable injuries. Therefore, the other party’s intent isn’t relevant when asserting negligence.  However, injured pedestrians must establish certain facts to verify that the accident was truly preventable. A pedestrian accident lawyer can gather

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