New York highways are notorious for catastrophic accidents, sometimes involving tractor-trailers and other commercial vehicles. Following a truck accident, there are many factors to consider. Building a truck accident defense after a collision can be a complex...
Albany New York Law Blog
Insurance company may not always deny suicide claim
In New York or anywhere in the world, the loss of a loved one is often a shock, even if that person had been suffering a prolonged illness. However, perhaps the most upsetting loss a family can face is when someone dies by an act of suicide. This unimaginable event...
Is your pet sending you into credit card debt?
Resisting the adorable kitten at the animal shelter or denying kisses from the adoptable puppy at your neighbor's home proves nearly impossible for some. You may see the small animal and make the determination that if you don't adopt it, no one will.Unfortunately,...
Employers seek insurance company protection for harassment claims
More businesses in New York and across the country are finding it necessary to protect themselves against the cost of lawsuits and settlements that arise from employees accused of sexual harassment and other wrongdoing. Many business owners have decided to carry...
Take precautions when closing credit card accounts
According to a report from the State Comptroller's Office, the average New York resident carried a $3,710 credit card balance in 2017. This is $600 more than the national average. If your credit card debt is overwhelming, you are not alone. Late bills, bad credit and...
Medical errors do not always begin with doctors
Medical errors are the third most common cause of death in New York and across the country. Many of these mistakes occur in the operating room, and it is true that, sometimes, these mistakes seem indefensible. However, even as doctors often take the fall for medical...
Law requires drivers to stay at scene of car accidents
When a driver is involved in an accident, New York law requires certain actions before he or she can leave the scene. It may be an instinctive reaction to flee the scene, especially if the driver believes he or she caused the accident through some negligence, but it...
Defending your company against personal injury claims
Accidents involving tractor-trailers and other big trucks are often newsworthy. When a big rig crashes on a New York highway, it makes dramatic television viewing to see the wreckage, the trailer jackknifed or overturned and the cargo scattered across the lanes. Truck...
Insurance company denies claim not covered in policy
An insurance policy can be a dense document that includes many exceptions and caveats. One of the most common reasons why New York policyholders are shocked when their claims are denied is because they did not take the time to read and understand the information...
Medical professionals suspend license of ‘dancing doctor’
When a story goes viral, there may be few alternatives for the subject of the story to defend him or herself against the impression the video may present. Sometimes, a viral video is intentional, used for promotional purposes, and the more shocking, the better for...