It is a rare person who gets enthusiastic from the beginning about filing for bankruptcy. Rather, people who struggle with debt tend to try other solutions first. For example, they may cut back on spending, take in a roommate to help pay rent or transfer...
When a driver is involved in an accident, even if no one is injured, there may seem to be no end to the hassles of getting estimates for car repairs, dealing with insurance adjusters and waiting to get one's vehicle back on the road. However, for some, this is all in...
In New York and across the country, truck accidents often raise high emotions because of their devastating effects. Litigation related to these accidents can be complex, involving many parties and testimony about technical aspects of a vehicle's safety features and...
A trip to a New York emergency room used to be a cause of great anxiety. Rushing a child or a loved one to the ER typically meant his or her health was in serious or grave danger. In recent years, however, with the cost of health care and insurance ever rising, more...
New York residents carry a variety of insurance plans for protection against many unforeseen circumstances. In addition to health, life and auto insurance, some own insurance for their apartments, pets and even computers. Until recently, New Yorkers could also buy...
Providing quality care for residents in nursing homes seems to be more difficult in recent years. New York families are increasingly disappointed in the attention their loved ones receive, and legal counsel are spending more time defending nursing homes from...
Being in debt is not pleasant, especially if you have suffered through countless sleepless nights because of it. It is not easy trying to figure out which bills you can put off this month so you can pay your mortgage. You might also feel worried about your...
Defending a driver or an insurance company in a lawsuit following a traffic accident can be a complex matter, especially if the accident results in serious injuries. A defense team must conduct a thorough investigation, interview witnesses and review any evidence...
Commercial vehicles do not operate with the same ease as smaller vehicles on the highway. Those that transport people, such as buses, require special licensing and training for drivers. In addition, due to the size of their vehicles, commercial drivers may need to use...
The owner of New York property, whether residential or commercial, carries an important duty to ensure visitors are not harmed. A homeowner may take certain steps to clear tripping hazards from hallways or repair the broken latch on the fence surrounding a pool. A...
