Notice of Claim? Filing Deadlines? What Do You Mean?

If you are injured and a municipality, such as: City of New York, The New York City Transit Authority and other municipal transit systems, The New York City Housing Authority, The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and The New York City Board of Education is involved, a notice of claim must…

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I was Hurt at Work, What Next?

When a person is hurt at work or while working (in the course of employment), New York State law allows them to claim Worker’s Compensation benefits. In particular cases, in addition to a worker’s compensation claim, a person may also be able to bring a “third-party” claim against someone other than their employer if…

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What are UM and SUM Beneifits?

Most people are aware that if they are involved in a car accident with another car, they can bring a lawsuit against the driver and owner of the other vehicle for monetary damages. But what if the other vehicle has minimal insurance coverage that is inadequate to compensate you for your injuries? Or worse,…

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What is No-Fault?

New York State No-Fault Law When you are involved in a car accident, New York State No-Fault Law provides certain benefits. The No-Fault Carrier can reimburse you for necessary doctor and hospital bills and other health services expenses: -80% of lost earnings, with a maximum of $2,000.00 a month, for up to three years…

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