Category: Personal Injury

A "dooring" accident occurs when a motorist opens a car door in the path of a cyclist. The cyclist rams into the door and suffers from severe injuries such as strains, sprains, fractures, cuts, abrasions, and head injuries.  Dooring accounts for roughly 20% of all cycling injuries. Roughly 7% of those injuries end in the…

We suggest certain steps after a car accident, such as taking photos and getting witness statements. But what if you are one of the 10% of people knocked unconscious during your accident and can't gather information?  Or, what if you suffer from post-traumatic amnesia (PTA), which afflicts nearly 50% of people with traumatic brain injuries?…

Some cases don't require personal injury lawyers. Some are relatively routine. Yet when you need one, you really need one and should obtain one as quickly as possible.  Here are some circumstances where you'll need to hire a lawyer fast.  When Car Accident Injuries Exceed $50,000 If you've been in any vehicle accident and the…

Have you been injured in a rear-end accident? Did the severity of the accident meet New York's severe injury threshold? If so, the driver who hit you from behind is likely at fault, which should be pretty easy to prove. Here's what you need to know. Rear-End Collisions With Stopped or Stopping Vehicles A rear-end…