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Sidewalk falls are a common occurrence in New York City, and they can result in serious injuries. If you have recently been injured by falling on a sidewalk, it’s important to know your rights as an accident victim. In this blog post, we will discuss (1) whether or not you can sue for your injuries, (2) who to sue, and…
Construction sites in the United States are known for their high rate of accidents and injuries. In New York, all workers are covered by workers’ compensation insurance, which provides medical benefits and lost wages for work-related accidents. It is important to note that if you are injured at work, you cannot sue your employer. Instead, you can file a workers’…
After tripping and falling on a sidewalk, you may wonder what your next steps should be if you were injured and believe you may have a personal injury claim. If you’ve tripped and fallen on a sidewalk in New York, call us at MJP Injury Law, serving the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Westchester County, Nassau County, and Suffolk…
INTRODUCTION Motor vehicle accidents can be life-altering events, leaving victims with physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial burdens. In New York, the No-Fault Insurance Law was introduced to streamline the process of seeking compensation for accident-related injuries. This blog post aims to shed light on the intricacies of New York’s No-Fault insurance system, helping accident victims navigate the often complex…
In a trip and fall or slip and fall case, it’s crucial to provide solid evidence to prove your claim in court. In order to win your case, you must present admissible evidence that proves two key points: 1) the at fault party knew or should have known about the dangerous condition beforehand, and 2) the dangerous condition existed for…
Are you familiar with the factors that can significantly increase the value of your personal injury claim? At the heart of the matter lies the fact that you must have legal grounds to recover money for a personal injury claim. However, the amount you recover largely depends on the specifics of your case. In this blog post, we will delve…
Navigating the bustling streets of New York City can be hazardous, especially when using public transportation like buses. While you might think accidents are more likely to occur while the bus is in motion, many injuries actually occur while passengers are getting on or off the bus. If you’ve suffered an injury in such an accident, you may be wondering,…
Prejudgment interest can be a critical aspect of car accident cases in New York. In the context of a New York motor vehicle accident, is a plaintiff entitled to prejudgment under CPLR 5002 interest from the date he obtains an order granting him partial summary judgment on the negligence claim, or only after Plaintiff obtains a finding of both negligence…
NY Education Law § 3813(2) requires a notice of claim to be served on a public school. In Matter of New York Charter Schools Assn., Inc. v. DiNapoli, 13 NY.3d 120 (2009), the NY Court of Appeals acknowledged that “a charter school has been deemed by the Legislature to be an independent and autonomous public school.” In turn, several New…