As experienced personal injury lawyers, we have represented clients with accident claims since the 1980s. In many ways, personal injury law has not changed much over the years. However, we are noticing other trends emerging with personal injury claims. Whether they involve insurance adjusters spying on victims or a greater attentiveness to mental health, these …
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The scariest part of an accident isn’t undergoing surgery or trying to pay your medical bills. Instead, the most dreaded experiences relate to handling the insurance claims process afterwards. Most accident victims seek compensation for medical bills and other losses by submitting a claim to an insurance company. The company then assigns a claims adjuster …
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Personal injury cases in New York are based on a defendant owing some legal duty of care towards the plaintiff. For example, a business that opens its premises to the public owes a certain duty of care to keep the property in reasonably safe condition. And someone who operates a motor vehicle owes a duty …
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Construction accidents are often the result of negligence and an inadequate focus on safety. Some accidents, however, stem from violent attacks. Indeed, about 9% of workplace deaths are the result of violent attacks, and thousands of workers are injured each year in violent confrontations. Attacks at construction sites are increasing. What can you do if …
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Although eager to get their license, many teens do not yet have the experience to safely control a motor vehicle. In addition to general inexperience, teenagers are prone to distractions, which take their eyes off the road and possibly their hands off the steering wheel. At Powers & Santola, LLP, our New York personal injury …
A sharp, shooting pain is often the first symptom that you have suffered a neck injury. Over time, pain can progress to massive neck stiffness and an inability to turn your head without crying out in agony. Neck injuries are expensive to treat and often lead to repercussions like depression and diminished enjoyment of life. …
Nerve damage is often difficult to see, but accident victims will definitely be aware that something is wrong following a traumatic accident. At Powers & Santola, LLP, our New York personal injury lawyers can help anyone who has suffered injury in an accident. Just reach out and call today. Nerve damage is a serious injury …
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In New York, personal injury claimants can seek compensation for emotional distress and mental anguish. Unfortunately, many accident victims have no idea how to prove their emotional distress. Even worse, they find that insurance adjusters are skeptical that the victim is really experiencing intense depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder. They believe victims are exaggerating …
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Winter safety is important to think about whether you are driving, frequenting restaurants and retail stores, going to work, engaging in wintertime recreational activities, or using consumer products designed for snow and ice. To be sure, weather conditions like snow and ice can make certain tasks significantly more dangerous, and personal injuries can result from …
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If you have suffered a head injury, broken bone, or other serious injuries due to another person’s negligent, or careless actions, you can file a personal injury claim. Many people are hesitant to file these claims because they are simply not familiar with the claims process. Below, our Albany personal injury lawyer outlines what you …
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