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If you were diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease, there is likely somebody responsible for your illness and injuries and The Platta Law Firm can help prove your case. There can be many potential liable entities, including, public and private building…
If involved in an excavator accident, you need a lawyer who knows the contours of the law. These cases usually center on rarely used portions of the Industrial Code and you may need to take your case to the appellate court to get the result you deserve.
Head-on collision lawyers know these accidents involve the laws of physics. Specifically, the laws of momentum and energy. Provided that there are no external forces involved – like one car hitting the other from behind thus forcing it into the other…
First, let’s talk about where the escalator is located. Accident location will determine who must be sued. For example, if the escalator is located within a mall, the mall itself is likely responsible for maintenance. In that scenario, the owner of the mall is likely…
Plaintiff moved for a unified trial on the issues of liability and damages, meaning that it argues that the whole case is heard at the same time. They will argue this if medical evidence pertaining to the injuries had an important bearing on what happened.
It is impossible to guarantee that someone will be safe all the time. How can a business owner know whether a thief is lurking about in the parking lot? In negligent security cases, business owners are not held liable for crimes that occur on their premises that are…
The Court stated that there was no dispute that the girl voluntarily participated on her school’s soccer team, a sponsored athletic activity. The Court pointed out, however, that pursuant to the doctrine of primary assumption of risk, a voluntary participant…
Steps to Take After an Intersection Accident
An accident can make even the most seasoned claims adjuster shake in their seat. The Vehicle and Traffic Laws in New York contain what are called “right of way” laws. These laws help to determine which of the cars in the intersection is at fault.
The most important thing after a Multi-Car Accident is for you to take care of first is yourself. Make sure that you get the necessary treatment for your injuries as soon as you can. The next thing to do is to properly tell your insurance carrier of the accident.
Who Is Responsible in a Multi-Car Accident?
In this case, finding out Who is Responsible in a Multi-Car Accident took a higher court. On appeal, the higher court decided against the lower court. The court explained that, “under the emergency doctrine, when an actor is…
When Does Workers Comp Start Paying?
Does the workers comp carrier need to start paying you right away? How do you properly file a claim. Read this article to make sure you’re taking the steps needed to protect your rights.
Licensed taxicabs in the City of New York are closely monitored by the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission. The Taxi and Limousine Commission has a requirement that all licensed taxi cabs – and licensed car services as well – carry minimum liability…
