To commence a lawsuit against a municipality in New York State the Municipal Law requires that formal notice of claim be formally served upon the defendant municipality within 90 days after the claim arises. The timeframe within which to file notice of claim is relatively short, 90 days after the accident or injury has occurred. […]
Common Overuse Syndromes
An overuse syndrome is simply a medical ailment resulting from repetitive use or strain. It has also been called cumulative trauma disorder. It is often obvious that the disorder is due to a repetitive work related stress. For example, someone who is required to type at a computer keyboard for a large portion of everyday […]
Car Accident Cases: To Sue Or Not To Sue
In most instances, someone who has been injured in a car accident consults with an attorney early on. It is always a good idea to consult with a lawyer before giving information to an insurance representative. In many cases, it is difficult to ascertain whether or not there will eventually be a recovery. This is […]
“Paying Back” Workers’ Compensation When Your Lawsuit Is Settled
Section 29 of the New York State Workers’ Compensation Law gives a workers’ compensation carrier certain rights to be reimbursed for lost wage and medical payments from the proceeds of a third party recovery arising from the same injury. There are many nuances which pertain to Section 29 reimbursements and special rules apply to motor […]
Car Accident Statistics
According to published statistics, there are more than 6 million car accidents per year in the Unites States. In about one-half of those accidents, personal injuries are sustained. Approximately 58,000 fatalities occur per year as a result of motor vehicle accidents. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for people age 33 and […]
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