Personal Injuries

In New York, accident victims have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit and pursue compensation for injuries they sustained due to someone else’s negligent behavior. Once fault is proven, victims may recover compensatory damages for their physical, emotional, and financial losses. In certain situations, however, they may recover more. Punitive damages are awarded […]

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are among the most common serious injuries sustained in vehicle collisions and other accidents. As researchers continue to study these injuries, we continue to gain a clearer understanding of just how dangerous these injuries really are. Even if a traumatic brain injury isn’t life-threatening, it can still have life-altering effects—and even […]

After suffering an injury caused by another’s negligence, you may be facing high medical bills, pain and suffering, and time away from work you and your family cannot afford. In cases of personal injury, it is important to know your rights and understand the legal process and how an insurance investigation impacts your case. While […]

When you get injured in an accident, there are several steps involved in recovering your losses. Some of these steps you will need to take on your own, and others you will need to hire an attorney to handle for you.  With more than 150 years of combined experience, the accomplished attorneys at O’Connor & […]

When you are injured in a car accident, slip and fall, dog attack, or any other incident that leaves you in pain and facing financial distress, you want to receive an insurance settlement as quickly as possible. So, when a settlement offer comes, almost any amount can seem too good to be true. But, before […]