Blog Posts in 2020

• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 31-Aug-2020

  How is Liability Determined for a Rear-End Collision?

  Rear-end collisions can cause severe damage. The force of this type of car accident can cause both parties to sustain injuries such as whiplash, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, bruising, and broken bones. Treating such injuries can be ...

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• Posted By Gruenberg Kelly Della 14-Aug-2020

  Does No-Fault Car Insurance Cover Non-Economic Damages?

  If you live in a no-fault state like New York, you can feel secure in the fact that your expenses should be covered in the event of a car accident. Although you will likely receive compensation for your medical bills and property damage if you file a ...

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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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