Liability for a dog bite injury is generally based on whether or not the dog owner knew, or should have known, that the dog would bite. Each state follows its own set of rules in this regard. The two main theories of liability recognized in dog bite cases are strict liability or the “one bite” rule. The New York...
Continue ReadingWhenever a person is injured and a lawsuit is filed, the only available remedy is most often monetary damages. This monetary award comes in the form of compensatory damages, the purpose of which is to reimburse, or compensate, the injured person for the costs associated with the injury they sustained. The most common types of costs that are reimbursed...
Continue ReadingAs parents, we truly enjoy watching our children participate or compete in school sports. But, when your baby gets hurt on the field, your pride as a parent can quickly turn to panic, as you worry about the severity of your child’s injury. If this happens, the concern over who should be held legally responsible for your child’s injuries...
Continue ReadingCases involving dog bite injuries are classified as personal injury cases, just like car accident cases or slip and falls. Nearly all damages in personal injury cases are considered “compensatory in nature. That means the purpose of a damage award is to compensate the injured party for all that was lost due to the accident or injury. A compensatory...
Continue ReadingPersonal injury lawsuits, following car accidents, are very common. The defendant is usually the person or persons who were at fault in the wreck, or who were responsible for the vehicle that caused the wreck. But, what should you do if the person at fault is a relative? Clients have asked, “can I sue a family member in a...
Continue ReadingSocial Security Disability benefits are provided to those individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. Being eligible for Social Security Disability Income, often referred to as SSDI, requires proof of a qualifying disability. The federal statutes define exactly what the term “disability” means. But even if you can prove your medical condition is covered, your claim...
Continue ReadingWith Memorial Day just behind us, it is a good time to consider the unique issues facing our veterans receiving or applying for social security disability. Many of our younger veterans have survived the global war on terror, and returned from Afghanistan and Iraq, although not unscathed. Many are returning home only to deal with permanent disabilities, both physical...
Continue ReadingFiguring out who is required to pay for injuries and property damage, following a motorcycle accident, is based on both the actual circumstances and the laws in the state where the accident occurred. Generally speaking, state laws fall into one of two categories or theories of liability: “no fault” or “comparative fault.” As such, determining who is at fault...
Continue ReadingFor many families who have children participating in school athletics, a common fear is that those children may get seriously injured. The stories of kids being permanently or fatally injured while participating in football or gymnastics, for example, are not unusual. But, where does potential liability for catastrophic sports injuries lie? The reality is, the athletic trainers, coaches, and...
Continue ReadingMost customers visiting a store never give the condition of the sidewalks a second thought. We just assume they are safe and well-maintained. The reality is, a crack in the pavement or a sudden unevenness in the surface can send you sprawling. Sidewalk injuries can actually result in more serious injuries than you might suspect. But, what is the...
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