NY Personal Injury Blog

Americans who become disabled may require the assistance of Social Security to keep their homes and provide for their families, especially if they were the primary earners in their households. But applying for Social Security Disability Insurance—or SSDI—can be taxing and difficult. Attorneys can be invaluable assistants when filing for Social Security Disability, as they…

A small village tucked between the towns of Clarkstown and Ramapo, there are only 30,000 people living in Spring Valley, New York, yet the town experiences more traffic accidents than many other towns in the Hudson Valley region. Several intersections in this village are particularly noteworthy for their apparent propensity to cause collisions. Most Dangerous…

When construction accidents are caused by negligence, the resulting injuries and loss of income can be devastating for individuals and families. Spring Valley construction workers should know what legal routes are available for pursuing compensation after suffering an injury on the job.  Construction workers in Spring Valley can make up for medical bills, lost income,…

The lungs operate through a network of branches, each contributing to the flow of oxygen into the body. The smallest of the branches are the bronchioles, which are connected at their base to the alveoli or air sacs. As the name suggests, the air sacs are where the blood picks up oxygen. This system works…

Many New Yorkers enjoy taking to their boats in the summer. Unfortunately, as with operating any type of vehicle or machinery, the potential for accidents exists and a variety of preventable situations can cause injuries.  New York Recreational Boating Accident Statistics  In New York, the use of personal watercrafts has been on the rise each…

Whenever a car accident occurs, all individuals involved need to know how to acquire the police report of the incident. Police reports are official summaries of an accident’s events and details that often include crucial evidence and eyewitness testimony that can be vital to the success of a future lawsuit.  How to Get a Police…

A broken bone is an emergency medical situation. Depending on the severity and location of the break, victims may suffer limited mobility and have trouble performing ordinary day-to-day tasks. Sometimes, a fracture can result in long-term complications. It is widely acknowledged that car accidents cause a variety of bone fractures and injuries. In Poughkeepsie, New…

The spinal cord is the central nerve pathway for the entire nervous system. If spinal tissue or vertebra are damaged, nerves may not properly translate brain signals, resulting in loss of sensation and motor control. Spinal injuries can affect not just back movement and flexibility but also control over one’s body. Because damage to the…

When someone acts in a way that costs someone their life in New York, there is a legal remedy to compensate families and loved ones of the victim for their pain, suffering and other damages. This remedy is called a wrongful death lawsuit. What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit? If any accident results in the…