Distracted Driving Leads to Car Accidents

Car Accidents and Distracted Driving

Car accidents are always upsetting, but when we learn that the person at fault was using their cell phone, or was engaging in other voluntary distractions, the accident is particularly frustrating. Even worse, if the victim is left with serious injuries or loses their life, the driver’s choice to indulge in distractions is made all […]

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Most Truck Accidents Happen Because of Trucker Negligence

Why Truck Accidents Happen

Large trucking accidents are more common in New York than many people realize, and that’s a concern because these accidents typically involve extremely serious injuries. Many are fatal. Unfortunately, most truck accidents in our state are the result of negligence by either the truck driver, the trucking company, or the vehicle manufacturer (or some combination […]

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Understanding Punitive Damages in a Personal Injury Claim

Understanding Punitive Damages

When A Defendant’s Negligence Is Extreme, New York Courts Might Choose To Punish Them By Awarding A Special (Sometimes Substantial) Monetary Award To The Victim When it comes to civil lawsuits for personal injuries, the courts in New York usually aren’t too interested in punishing anyone. Punishment is typically reserved for criminal cases. Instead, the […]

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Why Are Truck Accident Claims So Complex?

Kingston Personal Injury Lawyer

Truck accidents tend to cause significant injuries and may involve complex insurance issues. Experienced legal representation can make all the difference. While any auto accident claim can be complicated, those involving large commercial trucks tend to be especially complex. There are factors at play in truck accidents that simply wouldn’t arise in most other auto […]

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