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Posted on Jun 29, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
While the end result of a car accident caused by a drunk driver could be the same as a collision caused by a sober driver, the events leading up to the crash will be quite different. In order to ...
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Posted on Jun 26, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
After a car accident, it’s important to see your doctor, even if you feel like you haven’t been injured. A thorough examination can rule out any injuries that may manifest later and can ...
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Posted on Jun 15, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Dram shop laws place liability on establishments, such as bars, that sell alcohol to visibly intoxicated individuals. If a business is found to have sold alcohol to a person who was intoxicated at the ...
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Posted on Jun 6, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
The Vision Zero Initiative plan for New York City adopted by Mayor de Blasio is designed to eventually bring all pedestrian accidents and fatalities down to zero in one year. It was first approved ...
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Posted on May 24, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Many lawsuits for car accidents settle well before they reach court, and most claims are resolved before a lawsuit is actually filed. Many people are unaware of settlement as an option and believe a ...
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Posted on Apr 11, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
One of the most common causes of truck accidents is overloaded and improperly loaded cargo. Although the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) details the specific, legal weight limits, ...
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Posted on Apr 4, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Determining the worth of any truck accident case is often tough since there are a wide array of variables involved. No two truck accidents are alike. Furthermore, because truck drivers are working for ...
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Posted on Mar 27, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
When you are involved in a car accident that is not your fault, you may need to file a personal injury claim in order to recover financial compensation to cover your medical bills, loss of income, as ...
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Posted on Mar 20, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
After being involved in a car accident, it is imperative to visit your doctor, even if you only suffered minor injuries. In many cases, symptoms of specific injuries are not immediately apparent and ...
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Posted on Mar 3, 2017 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
In New York, and essentially all states, you only have a limited amount of time to file a personal injury claim after being hurt by another party if you want to seek compensation or damages. This is ...
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Posted on Dec 20, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Suffering a concussion can be both painful and difficult to diagnose medically. You may think you simply bumped your head and there's nothing to worry about, but the problem could be serious if ...
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Posted on Dec 13, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
As the holidays approach, you may be excited about the number of parties or festivities you are invited to. Whether you are headed to a work function or a party with your friends, it is always ...
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Posted on Nov 28, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
If you have been injured in an accident, you may be able to claim monetary compensation for your damages. How you claim this restitution, however, can depend largely on the type of accident that you ...
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Posted on Nov 22, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), electrocutions are the second greatest cause of on-the-job deaths in the construction industry and the fifth leading case of all ...
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Posted on Oct 20, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
If you are seeking damages for an injury, you will most likely file a personal injury or worker’s compensation claim. While both claims processes allow people who have been injured in accidents ...
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Posted on Sep 29, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
A toxic tort case is one in which an individual files a claim or civil lawsuit alleging that they were exposed to a harmful chemical or toxin through no fault of their own. For example, an apartment ...
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Posted on Aug 4, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Agencies such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT) keep detailed records on car accidents, injuries, and ...
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Posted on Jul 11, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Teenage drivers in the United States only make up a small percentage of the total number of motorists on the roads, yet they are involved in a disproportionately high number of car accidents and car ...
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Posted on Jun 30, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
In the medical world, a concussion is any brain injury that causes a “disruption or interruption” of normal brain functions, usually temporarily so. The science of studying and ...
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Posted on Jun 7, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
A new rule from the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will drastically reduce the amount of silica dust a worker can be exposed to while on the job. ...
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Posted on Apr 28, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Your teenager has just gotten his or her driver’s license and will soon be cruising around town, enjoying their newfound independence. Not only is this an important milestone in your ...
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Posted on Apr 25, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Our eyes are one of the most critical parts of our body, essentially making day-to-day life possible for the vast majority of people. And yet they are incredibly delicate, capable of suffering serious ...
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Posted on Apr 21, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Everyone knows that drunk driving and distracted driving are some of the biggest causes of motor vehicle accidents. But what about tired driving? The dangers of driving while fatigued are often ...
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Posted on Feb 18, 2016 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
Motorcycle accidents are exponentially more dangerous for the motorcycle rider than for other vehicles involved. Even a collision involving only the motorcycle and the environment can cause severe ...
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Posted on Dec 3, 2015 By Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP
As personal injury attorneys in New York City, our firm has helped many clients who suffer from chronic back or spinal pain as a result of an accident. For many of our clients, even the simplest ...
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