When you are injured due to the negligence of another, you are entitled to compensation for your damages. With that being said, getting the compensation you deserve may be a long drawn out process. Following the initial event leading to your damages, you may be offered a settlement to avoid litigation. Knowing when and how to properly accept a personal injury settlement is the key to receiving the full compensation you deserve. Continue reading “Personal Injury Settlement”
Category: Personal Injury Law
McGuire & Pelaez, Suffolk County (Long Island) personal injury attorneys, discuss common personal injury questions about claims, compensation, lawsuits and more.
Independent Medical Exam Following a Motor Vehicle Accident
Following a motor vehicle accident, it is important that you receive treatment for your injuries. But even though you are being treated by your chosen doctors, there is a chance that the insurance company will send you a letter scheduling you for an Independent Medical Exam, or IME, with the insurance company’s doctor. Also referred to as “Defense Medical Exams,” or DMEs, these exams are the insurance company’s opportunity to review your injuries to determine if coverage is still medically necessary. Continue reading “Independent Medical Exam Following a Motor Vehicle Accident”
Parking Lot Accidents
Long Island residents spend a lot of their time in parking lots. Whether it is for work, shopping, the doctor’s office, or even for school, Long Island residents find themselves navigating a parking lot in a car or on foot. Unfortunately, due to the crowded nature of parking lots, sometimes accidents occur, resulting in personal injuries. Continue reading “Parking Lot Accidents”
Swimming Pool Liability
Every day, nine people drown in the United States. For children, it accounts for the second-leading cause of accidental deaths among ages 1-14. In most of these cases, a child drowns when they are not supervised at a swimming pool. But who should be liable for these accidents? Pool owners in New York State should be aware that they may be liable for accidents that occur in their pool. Continue reading “Swimming Pool Liability”
A Guide to Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury law, also referred to as “tort law” from a Latin term meaning to harm or twist, was designed to protect the injured party and their property from harm due to someone else’s actions or a failure to act. According to the National Safety Council, preventable/unintentional injury is the third leading cause of death in the United States following cancer and heart disease.
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A Negligent Ambulance Driver Can Cause Serious or Fatal Injuries
Ambulance accidents have become common throughout New York State. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nationally, on average, there are approximately 4,500 accidents involving ambulances and 33 deaths each year. The vast majority of these deaths are to the driver of the other vehicle. Ambulance accidents often involve:
- Pedestrians;
- Bicyclists;
- Motorcyclists;
- Drivers of vehicles;
- Passengers of vehicles; and,
- Patients that are transported.
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What to do if You Have Been Injured in a Bicycle Accident
As the weather warms, bicycles become a more popular form of transportation and leisurely activity. However, with the increased use of bicycles comes an increased risk of injury as well. Bicycle accidents may be the result of many different circumstances, such as poor road or sidewalk conditions, negligent drivers, or careless pedestrians and fellow cyclists. In some cases, the state, county or municipality can be held responsible for failing to provide safe roadway conditions. In addition, negligent drivers, pedestrians, and fellow cyclists, can be held responsible for the injuries sustained from a bicycle accident if their actions caused the accident.
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ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) Injuries Can Have Lasting Effects
An ENT is a physician that treats abnormalities in the ear, nose, and throat. While most procedures conducted by an ENT pose a minimal risk to a patient, there are still common medical errors that can negatively impact a patient. Common medical errors involving an ENT include:
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Avoiding Online Rental Scams
In recent years, more people are seeking rental units through the Internet. However, individuals often find themselves falling victim to an online scam. Some of the Internet sites commonly associated with rental scams are Craigslist, Trulia, and Zillow. While these websites do their best to eliminate scammers from using their sites, it is important to look for possible signs of a rental scam as well as perform due diligence in the event that a scammer has slipped through the cracks.
Another Recall in the Automobile Industry
Recently, Toyota Motor Company recalled over 656,800 vehicles involving both Toyota and Lexus models that were produced between May 2015 and March 2016. According to Toyota, the recall was due to a defective electrical issue that did not allow airbags to inflate during a crash. Over time, the electrical circuit would lead to the front and side airbag warning lights turning on, which would prevent the bags from deploying. The failure of the airbags to deploy in a crash could result in serious injuries or even death.
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