Can I Seek Damages After Being Injured in an Elevator Accident?
There are approximately 900,000 elevators in the U.S., and there are almost 30 people killed and over 10,000 people injured each year in elevator accidents. As with any machine, elevators can malfunction or be manufactured with defects. Unfortunately, there are no governmental agencies charged with inspecting elevators or recalling parts. The U.S. Labor Department’s Census
Fatal Workplace Injuries and Workers’ Compensation
The spouses and families of workers that are killed in workplace accidents have automatic coverage, or indemnity benefits, through Workers’ Compensation. A fatality is considered work-related if it is due to a specific injury or occupational disease or condition. However, the amount of compensation may not be sufficient to help
Car Accident Lawsuit: What Is A Personal Injury Lawsuit Really Worth?
A New York personal injury lawsuit filed by a pedestrian, who suffered fractures after he was hit by a car, settled for $700,000. Another Bronx County car accident lawsuit forced the insurance company to pay $850,000 in a mediated settlement. In 2008, a New York court awarded a whopping $32.7
Injuries at Skating Rinks in the Bronx, NY
Ice skating is an enjoyable outdoor or indoor activity for individuals and families. It is also an activity that can cause serious injuries. Personal injury attorneys handle cases like this every day and they know that determining liability can be complicated. The responsibility or liability for the accident may belong to the ice skater
Subway Accidents in the Bronx, NY
Anyone who had ridden the subway in New York can tell you that it’s the quickest way of getting around New York, but there are a multitude of things that can make your subway experience less than fun. Accidents that involve subways, buses, trains and other forms of mass transit operated by the MTA
Ski Accidents
The feeling of skiing down a mountain on a beautiful, sunny day is one of the best things to do in the winter. However, falling and being seriously injured happens all the time in this kind of sport. If you become seriously injured while at a ski resort, your legal rights are dependent upon
Slip and Fall Accidents and Premises Liability
Every winter paramedics respond to thousands of slip and fall accidents due to snow and ice. While it may be a lovely sight to see from inside your home, it can be treacherous to walk on. Establishing liability for a slip and fall accident on commercial property is generally the