New York injury law

New York injury law covers the rules and court procedures for seeking compensation when someone is hurt in New York due to another person’s negligence or misconduct. It includes claims like car accidents, slip-and-falls, medical malpractice, and workplace injuries, along with deadlines and damage limits that apply in New York.

Filing is not service: the notice-of-appeal mistake that still sinks New York appeals, and the

Filing is not service: the notice-of-appeal mistake that still sinks New York appeals, and the statute that sometimes saves it

By Jason Tenenbaum I have written more than a thousand appellate briefs in New York courts, and I still keep a note from 2011 on my wall. It records the day I served a notice of appeal on the wrong attorney. The notice had been filed on time. It had not been served on the

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How to File a New York No-Fault Claim Correctly

How to File a New York No-Fault Claim Correctly

In New York, you generally must file a no-fault (PIP) application within 30 days of the crash to qualify for up to $50,000 in basic benefits. Claims usually start with your own auto insurer, not the at-fault driver’s carrier, and cover medical bills and lost wages. This article explains the step-by-step process, required forms, deadlines,

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New York City Families Pursuing Birth Injury Claims Deserve Answers About Their Legal Options

Understanding Birth Injury Claims In New York City

In New York City, most birth injury lawsuits must be filed within 2 years and 6 months, though claims involving minors can have extended deadlines. These cases often hinge on proving medical negligence during pregnancy, labor, delivery, or newborn care and documenting the lifelong impact on the child and family. This article explains NYC birth

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