One of the most common questions that I have been asked is whether or not a New York State employee injured at work can collect damages for pain and suffering. The answer is that they cannot sue their employer and collect damages for pain and suffering. Many people find it difficult to believe that they […]
Scaffolding Injuries
Scaffolding injuries occurring on construction sites often provide the injury victim with special protections not afford most injury victims. Section 240 of the New York State Labor Law requires general contractor and property owners to provide scaffolding and other safety devices to workers. Failure to comply with the provisions of Labor Law Section 240 may […]
Just Looking For Auto Accident Information?
If you have been injured in a car accident and are not sure whether or not you want to pursue legal action, you are not alone. Many injury victims are not ready to jump in headfirst, hire a lawyer, and start a lawsuit. At our firm, we understand that the entire world is not “sue […]
6 Ways Lawyers Use Social Media Against You
If you’re involved in a personal injury case, this may be a great time to give social media a rest. Why? Because more and more lawyers are using social media against the plaintiff in the courtroom. In recent years, personal injury cases are among the hardest hit. Take, for example, the woman who sued an […]
Are Personal Injury Settlements In New York State Taxable?
In most instances once a case is finally settled, the question regarding whether or not those settlement proceeds are taxable arises. The only portion of a settlement which is taxable involves remuneration for lost wages. The portion of a settlement pertaining to pain and suffering is non-taxable. In most instances a general release does not […]
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