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ASKED QUESTIONS Car Accident Injuries The most common injury people sustain in a car accident is whiplash. Brain and spinal cord injuries, which have a tremendous impact on the survivor, are most commonly the result of serious car accidents. Car accident injuries may also include bruises and abrasions, concussion, broken bones, loss of limb(s), permanent disability, or death. What To Do If You Have Been Injured in a Car Accident Stay at the scene of the accident unless medical
exigencies require you to leave. Call the police to file a report.
Seek prompt medical attention. Pedestrian Accidents If you or a loved one has been suffered injury or death in a pedestrian accident, it may be in your best interest to contact a qualified attorney who can help you determine an appropriate course of action. You may be eligible to receive compensation for your losses and suffering. What Are the Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents? The causes of pedestrian accidents are wide ranging; however, some of the more common causes are listed below: • Pedestrian walks/runs into the roadway and
is struck by an oncoming vehicle. Other less common pedestrian accidents include pedestrians who are struck intentionally, by fallen cargo, or in a driverless vehicle incident (one involving an auto defect). Dangerous pavement and other environmental hazards can also cause pedestrian accidents. Overall, the most common cause of pedestrian accidents is human negligence (usually a driver’s negligence). Some of the common factors involved in pedestrian accidents include: • Area type Pedestrian
accidents occur more frequently in urban areas. What Should I Do Right After a Pedestrian Accident? First and foremost, call the police to file a report. It is important not to leave the scene of the accident unless medically necessary. Gather as much information as possible including the names of all witnesses and parties involved. You may also wish to take photos of the scene and of any injuries sustained as further documentation. Before entering into negotiations with an at-fault driver or an insurance company, you should contact an attorney experienced in pedestrian accidents. If you or someone you love has suffered injury or death as a result of a pedestrian accident, it is important to know your rights. You have the right to pursue a claim and recover damages if you have suffered injury due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. To preserve your legal rights, it is important to seek the early advice of a qualified attorney. Every pedestrian accident is subject to a statute of limitations, which places a limit on the time you have to file. Please contact us to speak with an experienced attorney who can answer questions and help you to understand your rights – FREE of charge. Motorcycle Accident Motorcycle accidents are the cause of an estimated 50,000 injuries and 3,000 fatalities every year in the United States. Motorcycles are more vulnerable to accidents because they are smaller and less protected than automobiles. Due to the increased susceptibility of motorcycles and the negligence of drivers on the road, motorcycle accidents often result in devastating events. Common causes of motorcycle accidents Many factors contribute to the frequency of motorcycle
accidents including back to top If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in a motorcycle accident, it is wise to seek the assistance of a qualified personal injury attorney who will get you the compensation to which you are entitled. Please contact us today to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney who can answer your questions and protect your legal interests. Slip, trip and fall Negligence or fault must be shown by first showing that an unsafe condition exists. In addition, the owner must 1) know about the unsafe condition prior to the accident, 2) through reasonable inspection, should have known about the unsafe condition or 3) have directly caused the unsafe condition. Strict time limitations exist to commence a lawsuit for a trip, slip, or fall accident. In New York State, the time to commence such an action may depend upon who is injured, who the potential defendant is, as well as the enactment of new laws and judicial decisions interpreting the law. Computing the time limitations is not a simple matter and a person should promptly consult an experienced accident attorney. 5 Helpful Tips for a Slip, Trip and Fall case 1) Call the police and an ambulance if injured. Construction Accidents Construction areas are one of the most common sites of serious accidents, posing risks to. both workers and innocent bystanders. Depending on the precise circumstances of the accident, different laws may apply. Common Causes of Construction Accidents There are perhaps innumerable ways in which a person can suffer injury at a construction site. Scaffolding accidents are the most common, constituting nearly two-thirds of all construction accidents. Other common causes may include: falls, electrocution, and improperly braced trenches. What To Do If You've Been Injured in a Construction Accident Report your injury to your employer or the construction
site manager immediately. Work Accident Injuries on the job are a relatively common occurrence. While most work accidents result in minor injuries like cuts or burns, work accidents can result in severe injuries, long-term disability or death. Regardless of whether the injury is minor or severe, workers have a right to receive compensation for injuries they incur at work. If you have suffered injury because of a work accident, you may wish to contact a qualified worker's compensation attorney who can help you determine your eligibility for benefits . What Is Workers' Compensation? Each state has a system of laws generally referred to as workers' compensation. These laws vary from state-to-state and by occupation, but they ultimately serve to protect workers and ensure that employees who suffer injury due to work accidents receive proper compensation including benefits to cover medical expenses and lost wages. State worker's compensation systems are intended to provide relief for injured workers while protecting employers from liability claims. A number of federal statutes exist to protect those injured in the line of railroad, mining, maritime, and other types of employment. What If I Don't Have Health Insurance? You can still file a workers' compensation claim even if you do not have individual health insurance coverage . Most employers' are required by law to have workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Workers who are injured on the job or because of their job can file a claim with their employer's workers' compensation insurance carrier. In other words, employees who have been injured in a work accident receive benefits through their employer's insurance and not their own. back to top While the following list is not comprehensive, it does cover some of the more common work-related injuries covered by workers' compensation: Diseases contracted due to repeated and prolonged
exposure to toxins at work. Asbestos poisoning is an example. You should consult a qualified attorney if you have questions regarding injuries you suffered as the result of a work accident.
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