Month: July 2022

In the first half of 2022, in an overwhelming show of bipartisan support, the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate passed the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022, which covers individuals harmed by contaminated water while living or working on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between August 1, 1953,…

In April 2015, a tragic construction accident occurred in a Manhattan work site when an unreinforced trench collapsed, crushing a worker. The collapse resulted in the wrongful death of Carlos Moncayo, a 22-year-old Ecuadorean immigrant. According to both city and federal regulations, construction work involving trenches deeper than five feet requires that the trenches be…

Have you or a family member been injured after a slip and fall in New York? If so, you aren’t alone. Slip and fall injuries make up nearly 21 percent of emergency room visits across the United States. This experience can have a devastating impact on your short- and long-term health. It can also change the…

Recently, a tragedy occurred in the Hudson River when a boat capsized near Pier 86, in Manhattan, resulting in the drowning of a 7-year-old child and 50-year old woman. The boat accident also resulted in personal injuries to 11 other individuals. As per the New York City Police Department, the cause of the accident was…

When calculating the value of a personal injury case, there are several factors to consider:  pain and suffering, lost wages, and medical expenses.  Medical expenses are reimbursable if paid out of pocket, or if the collateral source/insurance company is seeking reimbursement for the benefits it has paid.  In New York, in personal injury lawsuits, certain…

Last weekend, three teens were killed in a motor vehicle accident on Hyland Boulevard in Staten Island, police have confirmed. The accident left the three teens dead after their Ford Mustang crashed into a GMC Yukon that was making a left turn. Occupants in the SUV suffered minor injuries and were taken to Staten Island…

Oftentimes, people are the victims of inexplicable accidents or the irresponsible conduct of other persons, resulting in significant personal injury.  However, while it is not always obvious that the victim has any recourse for financial compensation, there may be some hope.  It is important to consult with an experienced personal injury law firm about your…

Losing a loved one is hard to endure. It’s worse if the loss of life was due to the negligent actions of another person. With the help of a wrongful death attorney, the surviving dependents can file a wrongful death lawsuit to seek financial compensation. While suing the liable party can’t eliminate the pain and…