Wondering how to negotiate a settlement with an insurance claims adjuster? Find out the crucial steps here.

There are many levels of adjusters inside an insurance company. You need to understand that the initial adjuster that contacts you may have only limited authority to settle your claim. What does that mean?  

There are several exclusions and restrictions placed in insurance agreements to limit their exposure in personal injury cases in New York State (particularly in cases brought under Labor Law §§ 240(1) and 241(6)).  What follows are a list of exclusions and…

There are several exclusions and restrictions placed in insurance agreements to limit their exposure in personal injury cases in New York State (particularly in cases brought under Labor Law §§ 240(1) and 241(6)). 

The Court of Appeals rejected that argument, holding that a person’s testimony can only considered cumulative of another’s when both are testifying in favor of the same party.  Accordingly, the Court of Appeals reversed the Appellate Division’s decision.

A pedestrian struck by a vehicle may also be eligible for No-Fault benefits. In such a case, the pedestrian would receive no-fault coverage under the insurance policy of the vehicle that struck them.  Importantly, the New York No-Fault insurance laws govern…

No-Fault insurance is available to New York residents involved in an automobile accident.  No-Fault benefits are part of the insurance policy of New York vehicles you occupy (as either a driver or passenger) at the time of a car accident. 

As a New York driver, it is important to know what types of car insurance are available. There are several categories of automobile insurance. These include: personal injury protection (PIP) and bodily injury liability (BI). It also includes property damage liability.