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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 28-Jul-2020

  What Happens if a Personal Representative Cannot File a Wrongful Death Claim?

  Wrongful death claims can only be fired by certain people. In general, the only people who are permitted to file a wrongful death claim under the law are the people who are most significantly impacted by the death. Some states also allow legal ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 21-Jul-2020

  How Do Criminal Charges Affect Car Accident Claims?

  Car accident claims, if they do enter litigation, are handled in civil court. The goal of car accident claims is to recover compensation for injured parties. This differs from criminal court, in which the goal of litigation is to punish a person for ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 22-Jun-2020

  Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in New York?

  The funds that are recovered through a wrongful death claim provide financial support and compensation for damages to the people who have been most significantly impacted by these substantial acts of negligence. Although compensation is almost always ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 8-Jun-2020

  Is New York a No-Fault State?

  State negligence laws either follow “no-fault” or “at-fault/fault-based” principles. These principles govern whether liability is considered in personal injury cases. In cases of car accidents, injury victims either must file ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 15-May-2020

  New York Distracted Driving Laws

  Distracted driving is a highly dangerous behavior that can cause severe accidents and significant injuries. As the hazards of distracted driving have become increasingly apparent, state and local governments have enacted laws to curb the issue. In ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 6-May-2020

  Who is Liable for Truck Accidents Caused by Maintenance Issues?

  Semi-trucks are complex vehicles that require frequent repairs and attentive maintenance to operate safely. Without proper maintenance, truck accidents can occur. To prevent such incidents, truck drivers and their employers must adhere to strict ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 24-Apr-2020

  Can You Sue a Hit and Run Driver in a No-Fault State?

  Drivers who commit hit and run accidents — in which they collide with a driver and then leave the scene — fail to meet the basic care that all drivers owe to each other. Hitting and running is one of the most negligent things a person can ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 8-Apr-2020

  Will Insurance Cover Damages from a Fatal Car Accident?

  Learning that your loved one died in a car accident is extremely devastating. Such news is completely unanticipated and overwhelmingly upsetting. Unexpected deaths also carry financial damages that the family of the deceased must account for. In most ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 11-Mar-2020

  How Do Lawyers Investigate Truck Accidents?

  After getting into a motor vehicle accident with a truck, you may face obstacles if you want to file a personal injury claim. Commercial truck drivers are often trained by companies to deny responsibility in accidents, and companies have their own ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 11-Mar-2020

  New Limousine Safety Bills Signed into Law in New York

  New York politicians have agreed to pass new limousine safety bills to target unsafe limos and lenient regulations. The bills were proposed and passed after two deadly New York limo crashes in 2015 and 2018. The legislation includes the following new ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 27-Feb-2020

  The Role of Reconstruction in Wrongful Death Cases

  When car crashes end in fatalities, families of the deceased are left feeling a whirlwind of emotions that include grief, anger, and anxiety, among others. While many families want to achieve justice for their loved one and file a wrongful death ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 27-Feb-2020

  Long Island's Most Dangerous Roads - & Safety Tips

  Long Island is known for iced teas and expensive weekend getaways to the Hamptons, but it’s also increasingly becoming known as a dangerous place to drive. A recent study showed that seven out of the ten most dangerous roads in New York are on ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 10-Feb-2020

  What to Do If You Slip & Fall on Ice or Snow

  Winter in January can be a harsh time, especially for individuals living in colder states like New York. People find themselves needing to shovel their driveways every morning, wear layers of clothing and gloves to keep from freezing, and having to ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 10-Feb-2020

  The Most Common Preventable Deaths, By Age

  One of the truths of life is that it eventually ends for everyone, at one point or another. However, certain kinds of deaths are easily preventable. At each stage in life, there are dangers that can cause catastrophic to fatal injuries that can be ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 4-Dec-2019

  Can You Sue Your City for a Slip and Fall Accident?

  In the winter, the risk of slip and fall accidents rises significantly. Icy sidewalks, slippery surfaces, and hazards hidden by snow can cause people to slip and sustain severe injuries. In most areas, it is the responsibility of the city to keep its ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 2-Dec-2019

  Construction Site Safety in the Winter

  Construction is a dangerous profession by nature, and the risks of the job can become more significant in the winter. The presence of ice, snow, and cold air can endanger construction workers. Supervisors and their employees should take extra ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 21-Nov-2019

  The Dangers of Negligent Hiring in the Trucking Industry

  Every worker has responsibilities in their role. Paramedics are responsible for providing emergency medical care to people who are ill or injured. Mechanics are responsible for repairing vehicles. Truck drivers are responsible for transporting their ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 7-Nov-2019

  What if You Don't Get the Other Driver's Contact Info After a Car Accident?

  To resolve a car accident claim and recover compensation for your damages, communication with the other driver is necessary. In the aftermath of a car accident, you may not get the other driver’s contact information. They may refuse to ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 22-Oct-2019

  Will Insurance Cover Transportation Costs After a Car Accident?

  When discussing the damages that result from a car accident, the medical implications are generally the most urgent. Your health is the most important thing to focus on, and the aim of pursuing a case should be recovering from your injuries. However, ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 7-Oct-2019

  Is Not Wearing a Helmet or Seatbelt Considered Negligence?

  During a car or motorcycle accident, there are a lot of things that can influence the severity of your injuries: How fast was the other driver going? What kind of car were they driving? What kind of car or motorcycle were you driving? At what angle ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 17-Sep-2019

  What Happens if You Don't Have Uninsured Motorist Insurance?

  The aftermath of a car accident often involves the process of determining who was at fault for the collision. Sometimes, proving fault is not the final step before receiving benefits — because the driver who was responsible for the accident ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 3-Sep-2019

  Uninsured Motorist Insurance vs. Personal Injury Protection

  The purpose of car insurance is to provide financial coverage to drivers in the event that the policyholder is involved in a collision. However, auto insurance is not a cover-all solution for every accident situation. There are a wide variety of ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 22-Aug-2019

  Third-Party Claims: When Drivers are not at Fault for Truck Accidents

  Following any motor vehicle collision, the drivers who were involved are often the first people to face blame, and for good reason. Drivers are operating the vehicles, and are primarily responsible for what occurs while they are driving. However, ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 8-Aug-2019

  How are Personal Injury Verdicts and Settlements Determined?

  Deciding to pursue legal action in relation to an injury involves the consideration of many different factors. Lawsuits are complex processes, and you want to make sure a case is worth it before you put in the work on your end. In the aftermath of an ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 18-Jul-2019

  Addressing Malnutrition and Dehydration in Nursing Home Patients

  A good nursing home will provide their patients with more than medical care — many people who live in elder care facilities are there because they need assistance with everyday tasks, including moving around, hygiene, and social interaction. ...

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