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Common Questions after a Truck Accident

Have you ever seen an 18-wheeler, semi-truck, tractor-trailer, or big rig crash into car? Have you ever wondered what would happen if that car was yours and you were driving? The tragedy of such a situation can be mitigated with knowledge about what to do.  At NYC truck accident lawyer Wittenstein & Wittenstein we can put your mind at ease and take care of all the details for you, so you can concentrate on getting better. Truck accidents can cause catastrophic injuries, and long-term disability.  Victims need an attorney with the experience to properly handle these more complicated claims.  There are often multiple defendants, such as drivers, trucking companies, municipalities (for defects on the road) and [...]

Are You Underinsured?

  Suppose you were walking on the sidewalk, minding your own business, and an out-of-control car came up onto the sidewalk and knocked you over, causing very serious injuries.  You might never be able to work again, and are expecting a large amount of compensation. You’d be very disappointed to find out that the car that hit you only carried the minimum amount of insurance. Someone with a minimum policy in New York would have the following policy limits: Bodily Injury liability coverage: $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident Property Damage liability coverage: $10,000 per accident Uninsured Bodily Injury coverage: $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident Personal Injury Protection: $50,000 If you were to [...]

Hidden Injuries After a Car Accident

According to the Association for Safe Road Travel, close to a million and a half people a year are injured in car accidents in the United States. After a car crash, it’s a tremendous relief to realize that you are all in one piece with no catastrophic injuries.  If it was a large impact, and parts of your body made contact with the inside of the car, it’s wise to consider that you may have injuries that were not obvious at first.  If you have a family personal injury attorney, it’s a good idea to call them for advice on whether you should go to the hospital, how to handle your property damage, the evidence you [...]

Can I Sue for My Back Injuries?

IT'S OFTEN POSSIBLE TO SUE FOR BACK INJURIES If you are wondering "Can I sue for my back injuries,?" the answer, like so many answers in law, is "it depends."  When a back injury is caused by the negligent, reckless or intentional acts of another person, it is often possible to make a successful case.  If the accident happened at work, you generally cannot sue your employer, but there are exceptions.  Let's look at different scenarios where it possible, and not possible, to make a case. HOW SERIOUS IS THE INJURY? It's not possible to bring a lawsuit where the only evidence is subjective complaints of back pain.  If you went to the hospital after the [...]

Sharks in the Water – Watch Out for Unethical Lawyers

MAKE SURE YOUR YOU HIRE A REPUTABLE ATTORNEY Most attorneys are ethical and diligent, but there are the ones that give us all a bad name.  Dishonest lawyers, like liars in every walk of life, take advantage of trusting souls for a quick buck, whereas ethical attorneys seek to get you great results and provide amazing service, hoping you'll come back and/or refer your friends and family.  Reputable attorneys will never engage in these tactics. Here are some things watch out for when you are looking to hire a reputable attorney: RUNNERS Some attorneys hire people to hang around emergency rooms, getting access to medical records that show which patients are being treated for injuries from [...]

Did My Doctor Fail to Diagnose My Condition?

FAILURE TO DIAGNOSE If you are wondering, "Did my doctor fail to diagnose my condition," causing the condition to worsen, leaving me in a much worse position than if it had been diagnosed in a timely manner?  Sometimes failing to diagnose a condition can lead to serious medical problems and even death.  A doctor is responsible for identifying symptoms and conditions.  If a doctor sees symptoms, but cannot diagnose them, he should refer the patient to a specialist that can.  Doctors should take into account the medical history of the person, as increased risk for certain diseases is an important part of the diagnostic process. The diagnostic process should be in four steps: Gathering a list of [...]

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