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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 30-Apr-2018

  Would Legal Weed Really Offset the Opioid Epidemic?

  Legal Marijuana Use and Opioid Addiction In the last decade or so, there has been much talk in the United States about legalizing (or at least decriminalizing) marijuana. With lawmakers and politicians speaking up about the current opioid epidemic, ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 9-Apr-2018

  What to Do When a Loved One Overdoses on Opioids

  Establishing Responsibility for Your Loved One’s Overdose or Addiction It is heart-wrenching to lose a loved one or watch them suffer because of opioid addiction or overdose. While no amount of compensation and no judge’s verdict can ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 27-Mar-2018

  My Diagnosis Came Too Late. Can I Sue?

  Delayed diagnosis is a serious diagnosis error and, in some cases, it can be a form of medical malpractice. Just because a doctor didn’t give you the right diagnosis immediately doesn’t necessarily constitute medical malpractice. The law ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 15-Mar-2018

  Allergic Reactions and Medical Malpractice

  Can I Sue for Medical Malpractice if I Have an Allergic Reaction? Medical malpractice is a crime of negligence. When a doctor fails to exercise appropriate caution, it can place an undue burden on the patient, often taking the form of tremendous ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 27-Feb-2018

  Car Accidents Involving Uninsured or Underinsured Drivers

  What to Do When You’re in an Accident with an Uninsured Driver When you are in an accident, you should always pull over and exchange information with the driver. If you are sharing information with another motorist and realize they do not have ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 23-Feb-2018

  Gruenberg Kelly Della Wins $1.5M Settlement in Wrongful Death Case Against Suffolk County

  Attorneys Glenn Auletta and Michael L. Della of Gruenberg Kelly Della have successfully reached a settlement in the case of Teaisha Scales, who was killed in a car accident involving members of law enforcement in Mastic nearly 10 years ago. At about ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 13-Feb-2018

  How to Discuss Your Accident with an Insurance Adjuster

  When you are involved in an auto accident, you must inform your personal auto insurance provider. If you have been in an accident with an insured driver, their insurance company will call you at some point after the accident to discuss the details of ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 29-Jan-2018

  How Long Does a Slip and Fall Lawsuit Take?

  Resolve Your Personal Injury Suit Efficiently with Gruenberg Kelly Della When you begin a personal injury lawsuit, your recovery and wellbeing depend in many ways on the efficiency and effectiveness of your personal injury lawyers. You need a legal ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 11-Jan-2018

  How to Know if Your Injury Is "Catastrophic" and What it Means for Your Case

  Many of our clients have experienced serious harm due to someone else’s error, negligence, or outright irresponsible choices. We have helped many people file successful personal injury lawsuits, alleviate the personal financial burden created ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 28-Dec-2017

  5 Steps to Take After a Car Accident

  Car accidents, even simple fender benders, are stressful and scary. After a car crash, you may be dazed and confused, with no idea how to proceed. Knowing what to do before an accident happens can help you be prepared and organized in case of a ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 19-Dec-2017

  The "Fatal 4" Construction Accidents

  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OHSA) keeps track of all data related to worker safety, injury, and fatality. According to the data collected in 2015, there are 4 primary accidents causing the highest death rates among construction ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 17-Nov-2017

  Defective Car Parts & Injury Claims

  Defective or dangerously designed car parts can cause severe injuries. Depending on the situation, you may be able to receive compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other damages from those responsible. Original equipment ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 31-Oct-2017

  Can I Sue My Employer for a Work Injury?

  When employer’s provide workers’ compensation, you are mostly barred from suing your employer for a work injury. Worker’s compensation is usually your “exclusive remedy” for all work-related accidents, but there are ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 17-Oct-2017

  Common Causes of Ladder Accidents

  According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s most recent list of common workplace safety violations, fall protection topped the list, along with ladders at #7. Ladders are used in nearly every industry and for that reason, ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 12-Oct-2017

  What Traffic Laws and Driving Rules Are Frequently Ignored?

  After a few months, driving becomes second nature, but that also means that you may ignore or forget about important traffic laws and driving rules that are set in place to protect you and other drivers. If you’re unsure about what rules you ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 4-Oct-2017

  Determining Who Is At Fault in Your Injury Case

  In any personal injury case, one of the key concerns is determining which party is liable for your injuries. Unfortunately, establishing fault can be complicated. It’s not as easy as asking the person who caused your injuries to compensate you. ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 30-Sep-2017

  Major Causes of Distracted Driving | Long Island Car Accident Lawyer

  Distracted driving is quickly becoming a major culprit for traffic accidents across the country. While many of us associate the use of cell phones with distracted driving, any activity that requires a driver’s attention is considered ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 20-Sep-2017

  Five Tips to Prevent Car Accidents

  Accidents happen all the time, unfortunately, but most are actually quite avoidable and often caused by driver error. Even the best, most cautious drivers can use tips to make them better, safer drivers on the road. Read on to learn how you can avoid ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 13-Sep-2017

  How Long Does Whiplash Last?

  Whiplash is one of the most common soft tissue injuries suffered by those involved in motor vehicle accidents as is often considered to be a minor injury, despite its potential to develop into a serious and chronic problem. This injury occurs when a ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 6-Sep-2017

  What Is A Split Liability Agreement?

  When liability in an accident appears to be unclear, liability might be split, possibly allowing an injured party to still receive compensation if he or she was marginally at fault for the accident. There are many ways in which liability can be split ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 21-Aug-2017

  Who Has the Right of Way?

  Usually, when two vehicles approach an intersection without a traffic signal, the vehicle that approached first will have the right of way. If they arrive at the same, the vehicle to the right will have the right of way. When a small street ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 3-Aug-2017

  Should I Avoid Posting on Social Media After an Accident?

  Social media has become a vital part of our everyday lives. From posting about your day on Facebook to sharing pictures of your most decadent food dishes on Snapchat, we are constantly using social media to communicate with our friends, family, and ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 28-Jul-2017

  What Should I Do If My Child Was Injured on Someone Else's Property?

  Children are curious by nature, but they lack the reasoning capabilities that would otherwise protect them from entering into a potentially dangerous situation. For this reason, when children enter onto another person’s property, it is the ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 12-Jul-2017

  Dental Errors Can Cause Nerve Damage

  Cases of medical malpractice can originate from any medical office, including your dentist. What may begin as a routine cleaning or check-up could easily become a disaster if your dentist makes even a minor mistake. Nerve damage is one of the most ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 28-Jun-2017

  Daycare Injuries: Common Accidents or Signs of Abuse?

  Every parent trusts that their child will be cared for and safely supervised at daycare, but often children can come home with little bumps and scrapes. Often these injuries are just a result of playing and interacting with other children. Sometimes, ...

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