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Is Your Favorite Restaurant Safe?

Posted on Apr 3, 2019
Restaurants large and small have to practice safe food handling procedures to prevent foodborne illnesses, which is why health departments inspect dining establishments regularly. There are laws in ...
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Why Was My NY Auto Insurance Canceled?

Posted on Mar 6, 2019
When drivers purchase auto insurance, they feel like they are in the driver’s seat. They took the steps to shop out their insurance, select an insurance company, and sign up for the policy. Few ...
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Liability in Truck Accidents

Posted on Feb 6, 2019
On average, there are about 4,000 accidents every year involving large trucks and busses. In 2016, the most recent year with statistics available, there were 4,440 crashes involving busses and large ...
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Should I See a Doctor Right After a Car Accident?

Posted on Jan 4, 2019
Ever been chased by a dog only to develop “superhuman speed” out of nowhere? Have you ever been in a physical altercation (think grade school or high school), only to “feel no ...
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How Much is My New York Personal Injury Case Worth?

Posted on Dec 6, 2018
If you were injured in an accident due to no fault of your own – a car accident, slip and fall, a dog bite, a pedestrian accident, or another kind of accident, you may be wondering, “How ...
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Personal Injury Settlements: Will My Health Insurance Bill Me?

Posted on Nov 8, 2018
When people in the United States file personal injury claims, they may not think about their medical bills if they have been paid for by their health insurance carrier. Sometimes, plaintiffs (injured ...
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Is New York a No-Fault Car Insurance State?

Posted on Oct 4, 2018
In regards to car accident claims, we have two different kinds of insurance systems in the United States: Fault car insurance and no-fault insurance. New York is one of a handful of states that uses ...
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Time Limit to File a Personal Injury Claim in NY

Posted on Sep 4, 2018
When people are injured due to another’s negligence, they are entitled by law to file a personal injury claim for damages. With a personal injury claim, the injured party can seek damages for ...
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What is a Third Party Claim?

Posted on Aug 7, 2018
As a resident of Suffolk County or anywhere else in New York State, if you’re injured in a workplace accident or if you suffer an occupational disease, there is a very good chance that you are ...
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Motor Vehicle Defects & Safety Recalls

Posted on Jul 13, 2018
“In 2009, approximately 30,000 lives were lost on our Nation’s highways. Although 30,000 reflect a 28% decrease in traffic fatalities since 2006, much can still be done to address this ...
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Bicycle Safety Tips for Kids

Posted on Jun 12, 2018
There are some definite benefits to bicycles – they are great exercise and for children, they keep them off the devices and outside getting fresh air. For parents, riding their bicycle was a big ...
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Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?

Posted on May 9, 2018
Since tax season just came to an end, taxes are still on a lot of people’s minds. If you are about to file a personal injury claim, at some point you’ll wonder, “Am I supposed to pay ...
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What Determines Auto Insurance Rates?

Posted on Apr 4, 2018
According to the New York Department of Motor Vehicles, you NEED insurance. “To register a vehicle in New York State you must have New York State issued automobile liability insurance coverage. ...
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Wrongful Death Lawsuits in New York

Posted on Mar 13, 2018
Each state in the country has enacted some form of wrongful death statute and New York is no exception. Under New York law, if someone causes the death of another due to recklessness or negligence, ...
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Determining Fault in a Parking Lot Accident

Posted on Feb 7, 2018
When it comes to car accidents on public roadways (streets and highways), insurance companies can usually determine fault by looking at which driver violated the rules of the road. For example, in a ...
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Tips on Preventing Dog Bites

Posted on Jan 8, 2018
We are the first to admit that dogs are wonderful. When treated right, they can offer companionship, security, loyalty, and unconditional love. Unfortunately, we cannot forget that dogs are still ...
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Are Pedestrians Covered by Uninsured Motorist?

Posted on Dec 6, 2017
In New York State, in order for residents to register their vehicles, they must have liability insurance coverage. If a driver fails to maintain coverage, their driver’s license and registration ...
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Reporting an Accident When the Police Don't Show

Posted on Nov 7, 2017
As a Long Island personal injury firm, we’re the first to admit that police reports are an important part of the insurance claims process. But, what if you’re in a crash and for some ...
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Should I See a Chiropractor After a Car Crash?

Posted on Oct 10, 2017
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2015, there was a total of 2,443,000 injury accidents. In the same year, 35,092 lives were lost in car crashes nationwide, a ...
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Bicycle Safety for Kids

Posted on Sep 13, 2017
As an adult, you probably have many fond memories of spending endless hours on your bicycle riding around the neighborhood when you were a child. Perhaps you used to ride your bike to school, to the ...
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Why Most Personal Injury Claims Settle Out of Court

Posted on Aug 8, 2017
In New York and throughout the country, when someone is injured because of another’s negligence, the injured party has the right to seek compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. ...
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After a Car Accident, When Should I See a Doctor?

Posted on Jul 19, 2017
When people are involved in car accidents, it’s important that they don’t wait too long before seeking medical attention, even if they don’t think they’re hurt. If you’re ...
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Do Accidents Increase in the Summer?

Posted on Jun 6, 2017
The summer is a beautiful time of year on Long Island and throughout New York. The air is warm, the grass is green, and the flowers are in bloom. Because of the nice weather, more people are walking ...
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Laurence Silverman Shares About Working with Rebuilding Together Long Island

Posted on May 10, 2017
Since early April, I have been working with my charity, Rebuilding Together Long Island (RTLI), to complete improvements on a local home for delinquent youths. RTLI believes in neighbors helping ...
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Are the Elderly Losing Dignity in Nursing Homes?

Posted on May 8, 2017
Merriam-Webster defines dignity as, “The quality or state of being worthy, honored, or esteemed,” whereas respect is defined as “an act of giving particular attention: ...
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