Alcohol as I mentioned in previous blogs is one of the leading causes of auto accidents in the world. Driving under the influence of alcohol is very dangerous, very few people measure the true risk of driving while intoxicated. Many people think that drinking little does not affect them, the reality is that the rapidity […]
Alcohol consumption is one of the leading causes of accidents in the world Read Post »
If you are injured in a car accident (and able to ambulate, of course) you need to take photos of the damage to your vehicle, as well as the damage to the other vehicle(s) involved, and the general scene of the accident. Any cases involving a a trip and fall accident due to a defect
If you are injured in an accident, use all tools available to you to preserve evidence Read Post »
Choosing an attorney is not unlike choosing any other professional, with some exceptions. Here are a few pointers to help you decide how to choose an attorney who is best suited to help you with your legal issues: How many years of experience in a particular field of law does the attorney have? Has the
There are safety issues that we should be conscious of during the holidays and some simple tips could save lives. For those who have Christmas trees, always unplug the lights before going to bed. Faulty electrical cords, tree lights, etc., along with proximity to flammable materials (wrapping paper, cotton bedding under tree) are dangerous. Candles
Safety concerns during the holiday season Read Post »
There has been much discussion (maybe too much!) about the election and how our newly elected President will act on the immigration issue. Without discussing the politics of this important matter, there are important components our the law in New York that will always protect all persons residing in this state, regardless of the person’s
All visitors to New York State have the right to be protected under No Fault Read Post »
If you have been injured in a car accident, bicycle accident, or slip and fall, trip and fall, etc. in order for you to be compensated through the Courts you will need to have proof of your injury. Generally, this proof is in the form of medical records, reports of objective testing, hospital records, etc.
Medical proof is needed to substantiate a personal injury claim Read Post »
Our community has been at battle with the scourge of heroin. It has has affected our lives in so many ways. Our children are dying at explosive rates that exceed fatalities from automobile accidents! Violent crimes are on the rise, a likely result of desperate heroin addicts who need a quick fix. Sexually transmitted disease,
The Heroin Epidemic impacts many quality of life issues, including car accidents Read Post »
La palabra “abogado” se deriva del latín que significa “Aquel que es llamado a prestar ayuda.” No hay mejor definición para describir lo que las responsabilidades y funciones de un abogado son a sus clientes. Estamos capacitados para obtener a través de tiempos difíciles, tales como los accidentes que hacen que lesionados, discapacitados del trabajo,
Su abogado necesita comunicarse con usted! Su abogado es su defensor ! Read Post »
The word “advocate” is derived from the Latin for “One who is call for to render aid.” There is no better definition to describe what a lawyer’s responsibilities and duties are to his clients. We are trained to get you through difficult times such as a accidents which render you injured, disabled from work,
Su abogado necesita comunicarse con usted! Su abogado es su defensor ! Read Post »
Most doctors who testify on behalf of defendants (and for all intents and purposes, insurance carriers) are engaging in a lucrative enterprise that barely resembles the practice of medicine. These doctors generally have their own medical or hospital practice and are supplementing their incomes by examining plaintiffs solely for the purpose of litigation. They are
Outline of a Lawsuit – Part 27 – Cross Examination of a Defense Doctor Read Post »
Muchos migrantes en los Estados Unidos piensan que su calidad de indocumentados, no les permite gozar de ningún derecho en el país, como lo comente en algún blog anterior esto es falso. Existen Derechos Humanos los cuales protegen a todo individuo sin importar su estatus migratorio. Tanto la Declaración Universal de los Derechos Humanos como
Let’s be honest – Jurors are performing their civic duty reluctantly. They need to leave their jobs, family, and their daily routine to listen to disputes between complete strangers. Generally speaking, they would rather not be in the courthouse performing jury duty. Therefore, as a trial lawyer, the onus is upon you to make their
Outline of a Lawsuit – Part 26 – Presenting your case on the issue of “Damages” Read Post »
If the jury decides in your favor on the issue of liability (or “fault”), then the same jury will decide as to whether you should be compensated for “damages.” “Damages” refers to the 1) Past Pain and Suffering (i.e., the suffering from the date of the accident to the date of the verdict – the
Outline of a Lawsuit – Part 25 – Trial Preparation and Damages Read Post »
