Personal Injury vs Workers’ Comp: What You Need to Know
If you are injured while working and have a valid case, you can seek care and/or compensation from your employer’s insurance through a workers’ compensation claim. Workers’ compensation laws cover employees in all 50 states, either under federal laws (for federal employees) or state workers’ compensation laws. There are, however, some circumstances where you may […]
The SSD Qualification Process: What You Need to Know
Every year, millions of Americans experience a debilitating condition that causes them to be unable to work. The loss of income often results in serious economic damage to the disabled person and their family. Some people will be able to find financial support for a short-term disability through programs such as Workers’ Compensation, private insurance […]
How To Calculate Personal Injury Settlements
Personal injury settlements are usually based on the total damages you have suffered, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs. Insurance companies use these factors to estimate a payout, but their first offers are often much lower than the true value of your claim. If you want to know how […]
Sports Injury Attorneys in New York: Your Guide to Liability and Compensation
Every year, thousands of New Yorkers participate in sports and recreational activities, from organized school sports and community leagues for children to solo endeavors like skiing, cycling, and skateboarding. While these activities promote health, discipline, and camaraderie, they also carry the inherent risk of injury. When a sports injury occurs, the question often arises: Can […]
Physical Therapy: Understanding the Process & Your Rights
Following an injury or surgery, or if you have a chronic health issue or impairment, your health care provider may refer you for physical therapy. But what exactly is physical therapy, and will it work for your particular condition? This article will answer these and other questions you may have about physical therapy so that […]
Posting on Social Media After an Accident: What to Know
In today’s digital world, sharing updates on Facebook, posting photos on Instagram, or tweeting about your day feels as natural as breathing. But if you’ve been injured in an accident, that innocent social media post could end up costing you thousands of dollars in compensation. Understanding how insurance companies and defense attorneys use your online […]
Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect: Bedsores & Pressure Sores
One sign of potentially serious negligence at a nursing home that deserves special attention is bedsores. Also called pressure sores or decubitus ulcers, bedsores are a serious problem for bed-bound and wheelchair-bound patients, both at home and in assisted living facilities. Bedsores develop when the patient’s weight is on one area, especially a bony area, […]
New York Personal Injury Statute of Limitations
If you’re injured in an accident caused by another person’s negligence, you may qualify to claim compensation for your losses—but New York gives you a limited window to act. The state’s strict statute of limitations sets a deadline for filing most personal injury claims at three years, depending on the facts of your case. If […]
Understanding New York Comparative Negligence
If you’re hurt in an accident and share some fault for your injuries, you can still claim compensation for your losses under the New York comparative negligence rule. However, the amount you receive is proportionately reduced by the percentage of fault you carry. Because of this, you must determine your degree of fault to know […]
Celebrating Famous Black Lawyers During Black History Month
Since 1976, every American president has designated February as Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions and legacy of Black Americans — from activists and civil rights trailblazers to leaders in business, politics, science, the arts, law, and more. To commemorate Black History Month, we highlight a non-exhaustive list of eleven legal pioneers […]