Personal Injury Lawyers in Queens – Preserving Your Rights

On April 19, 2012, In Car Accidents, Construction Injury, Personal Injury Lawyers, Slip and Fall Accidents, By admin

The New York City borough of Queens is located in Queens County which is the easternmost part of New York City. It is the home to the Queensboro Bridge and the world famous Unisphere. For generations, the people of Queens have prided themselves on creating a safe and prosperous community. When someone in the area gets injured in a personal injury incident, then there are personal injury lawyers Queens residents have relied on to get answers and preserve victims’ rights. If you live in Queens and have been involved in a personal injury incident, then you need to know that you are not alone and that help is available from our experienced attorneys that serve the area.

A slip and fall in Jackson Heights, an auto accident in Ozone Park and a construction accident on a work site in Floral Park are just some examples of personal injury incidents. The most challenging thing for victims of personal injury situations is that they don’t know what to do and they don’t know where to turn. That is where the personal injury lawyers Queens citizens rely on come in. When you need answers to your questions and you need to know what your next step is, then you need an attorney that cares about you and your future. That is why you need to contract with a personal injury attorney that has experience in dealing with cases like yours and can help you find the right answers.

When you have a personal injury accident, you suddenly find yourself in the middle of insurance companies, government agencies and other legal professionals. The personal injury lawyers Queens residents have counted on for years can help you navigate all of those challenges. You should not sign any paper you do not understand and you should not have to stand for any decision that you feel is unfair. Your voice can be the experienced and professional presentation of a good personal injury lawyer. When your rights are protected, you stand a better chance of getting fair treatment.

Forest Hills Gardens and Ridgewood are just two areas in Queens where people live and work. If you get injured in an accident, then you need to be sure to call the personal injury lawyers Queens residents have come to trust. You need a professional voice representing you when you have been injured. Hiring an attorney can be one of the best moves you will make.

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Car Accident Attorneys in New York – Protecting Yourself while Driving in the Big Apple

On April 19, 2012, In Accident Lawyers, Car Accidents, By admin

Driving the streets of New York City such as Fifth Avenue or Times Square can be a challenge even for the best drivers. If you are ever in an accident, then you need to call on car accident attorneys New York City residents trust. But there are also some things you can do to make your situation better if you get in an accident to help out your legal team. Whether you are sightseeing at the Brooklyn Bridge or going to work in SoHo, you should always be prepared to do the right thing to protect your interests in case of an accident.

The first thing you should do if you are in a serious accident is make sure no one is hurt. The car accident attorneys New York City residents rely on can help make sure that your medical expenses are covered. But you need to be certain that no one else is hurt. If you do see that someone is injured, then do not attempt to move the person. You need to get on the phone with the authorities immediately and let them know that there are injuries. This information will allow the authorities to react quickly and appropriately and will get injured people the help that they need.

Good car accident attorneys New York City residents call on will want you to do the right thing when an accident occurs. Once everyone has been cared for, then you and the other driver need to swap insurance information. It is also important that you find out from the police officer when the police report will be available and which precinct you can pick it up from. Do not try to investigate the accident on your own. The police report will have the information your attorney will need to make certain that your rights are protected. All you need to do is cooperate with the officers and make sure that you do what the emergency personnel tell you to do.

As soon as you have been cleared from the accident scene, then it is time to call the car accident attorneys New York City citizens use every day. You will need to get your attorney on the case while the information is still fresh so the attorney can still put all of the pieces together. It is in your best interest to retain an attorney as soon as possible because the chances are very good that the other party is going to have their legal representation in place right away.

The personal injury law firm of Goidel and Siegel has the best car accident attorneys located in New York. We are committed to fighting for the rights of our clients and helping them obtain the highest possible financial compensation for sustaining injuries. Contact us today.

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Auto Accidents in New York – Why You Need an Auto Accident Attorney

On March 14, 2012, In Car Accidents, By admin

The people who live and work in Manhattan drive through some of the most difficult traffic in the world every day. So do the people of Staten Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. Even the most careful driver can sometimes find himself in trouble with a careless driver who has just crossed the Brooklyn Bridge and is not watching traffic. The auto accident attorneys New York City residents use have experience in dealing with the people who drive the streets of New York. There is a long list of potential special circumstances that an attorney can help you to avoid when it comes to auto accident claims in New York City.

The first reason you need to call on auto accident attorneys New York City residents rely on is to make sure that your side of the story gets heard among all of the other commotion. Whether you live in the SoHo District or the Upper West Side, you will want to have your side of the story be part of any proceedings that occur in regards to your accident. The other party and both of the insurance companies will get their information in to the courts quickly. You need to be sure that your side of the story is told, especially if the accident winds up as a court case.

Auto accident attorneys New York City residents call on know how to make sure that you get all of the medical and financial support you are entitled to after an accident. If you need emergency medical treatment and ongoing care as a result of the accident, your attorney will work to try and get the coverage you need for your treatment. You will also need your attorney to attempt to get a fair financial compensation settlement from the insurance companies to help cover your lost wages. If you have long-term disability, then your attorney will have to help you sort through all of that to get you exactly what you need for your treatment and your long-term comfort.

An auto accident can turn your life upside down. But when you look to the auto accident attorneys New York City people trust, then you improve your chances of getting fair treatment. The other party to the accident and the insurance companies will all be looking out for themselves. You need to make sure that you have the professional representation you need to look out for your own interests as well.

CONTACT GOIDEL & SIEGEL FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR ACCIDENT.

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Automobile Defect Attorneys NY

On December 14, 2010, In Car Accidents, By admin

Automobile Brake Failure:
Why and Where to Turn

 

It is every driver’s worst nightmare: You’re driving along on a highway, side street or even a parking lot. You press your foot on the brake pedal to slow down, but nothing happens—your brakes fail. Unfortunately this nightmare has been a reality for many people.

There are various reasons why brakes can fail on an automobile. Because brakes are central to the fundamental functions of a vehicle, they need to be durable and reliable pieces of machinery. But the mechanics of brake systems are complicated, requiring several different parts, each as important as the next.

Brake failure can occur if any one of these parts is not installed properly by the manufacturer, when those parts are defective or inferior in quality. Brake rotors, drums and pads are items that when quality is skimped during the manufacturing process, can cause failure of the braking system. There are other causes of brake failure as well – it could be because of detached hydraulic lines or a faulty parking brake system.

Unfortunately, when brakes fail, there is a grave risk of serious injury or death as a result of the crash that may occur. Accident victims may then be left with long lasting injuries, or may be unable to work for a period of time. Also, the issues surrounding the accident concerning liability can become very complicated for all involved.

Personal injury lawyers are experienced in dealing with the legal matters surrounding these types of car accidents. When negligence is suspected by car manufacturers, they can help the victim recover compensation for their losses. If you’ve been in an accident due to brake failure on an automobile, you’ll want an attorney that is an expert on this particular type of case. Make sure you use a personal injury lawyer that is experienced with brake failure accidents and defective products.
 

The law firm of Goidel and Siegel has the best personal injury attorneys located in New York. We are committed to fighting for the rights of our clients and helping them obtain the highest possible financial compensation for sustaining injuries. Contact us today.

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California Automobile Crash: Brake Failure Causes 13-Vehcile Pile-Up, 5 Injured

On September 13, 2010, In Car Accidents, Legal News, Personal Injury Lawyers, By admin

09/10/2010 // WPB, FL, USA // Personal Injury Lawyers News // Nicole HowleyOakland, CA— Brake failure on a dump truck is reportedly cause of a 13-vehicle pile-up, which injured five people on Thursday, September 9, 2010.

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California Automobile Crash: Brake Failure Causes 13-Vehcile Pile-Up, 5 Injured

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Former NYPD Officer Admits Guilt in Fatal 2009 Brooklyn DUI Crash

On September 10, 2010, In Accident Lawyers, Car Accidents, Legal News, By admin

09/09/2010 // WPB, FL, USA // Personal Injury Lawyers News // Nicole HowleyBrooklyn, NY– A former New York Police Department (NYPD) officer pleaded guilty to second-degree vehicular manslaughter for hitting and killing a woman while intoxicated in 2009. The officer is expected to serve 90 days in jail …

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2 Hurt On Bronx Whitestone Bridge After MTA Truck Knocks Down Overhead Sign

On March 27, 2009, In Car Accidents, Personal Injury Lawyers, By admin
George Attwal was driving on the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge when the accident occurred shortly in front of him. He took this photo from inside his car.

George Attwal was driving on the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge when the accident occurred shortly in front of him. He took this photo from inside his car.

An M.T.A. construction truck struck an overhead road sign on the Queens-bound plaza of the Whitestone Bridge at 1:10 on Friday afternoon, causing the steel sign structure to come crashing down on all five lanes and injuring two people who were on the truck, according to M.T.A. Bridges and Tunnels. The accident, which did not injure other passengers, the agency said, forced the immediate closure of the bridge. Cars were being rerouted to the Throgs Neck or Robert F. Kennedy Bridges just before the onslaught of Friday afternoon traffic.

The truck was driven by Alpha, a contractor for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, according to Judie Glave, a spokeswoman for the authority, and the two men sustained minor injuries, one had a head injury and another had a fracture leg. According to the Fire Department of New York, one patient was taken to New York Queens Hospital.

“Right now we have our maintenance crews out there, they have to cut the metal part of the sign and remove it,” Ms. Glave said. “The hope is to get it open by rush hour.” She admitted that might be difficult.

George Attwal, a witness who said he was driving his Volkswagen Passat two cars behind the truck, described it as a pickup truck, with a crane-like operator in its bed, perhaps used like a cherry-picker to fix things, he said.

“I guess he forgot to lower it and it hit the roadway sign,” Mr. Attwal, 23, of Flushing, Queens, said in a telephone interview. “It collapsed right in front of us and two people fell off. They were standing in the back of the pickup. On person fell off and he rolled onto the road itself.”

Mr. Attwal, who was returning from a business call in New Jersey and headed to Long Island, said the accident, “all happened within two seconds.” The car in front of him slammed on its brakes, and he hit his brakes hard to avoid a collision.

He estimated that the truck was going 15 to 20 miles an hour, but questioned why the two people would be outside on the bed of the truck.

Ms. Glave said she had no information about where the passengers of the truck were at the time. As soon as officials arrived on the scene, they directed Mr. Attwal to turn around and take the Throgs Neck Bridge.

The bridge was most recently closed in February during high winds when a tractor trailer overturned, Ms. Glave said.

(Source NYTIMES)

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Dangerous child booster seats

On October 16, 2008, In Accident Lawyers, Car Accidents, Legal News, Personal Injury Lawyers, By NewSunSEO

The risk of a brain injury to a child in a car crash can be reduced by the use of child car seats and car booster seats.

But, now we hear that Insurance industry and transportation researchers have cited 13 booster seats that don’t put children in the best position to be protected in a car crash, but makers of the seats said their products meet or exceed federal regulations according to reports at the Associated Press.

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Graves Amendment : Changing Liability Laws in New York State

On September 25, 2008, In Accident Lawyers, Car Accidents, By NewSunSEO

Until recently, victims of automobile accidents in New York had protection through a legal concept called vicarious liability, which allowed victims of car accidents to hold the car owner liable in cases that involved negligence, even if the owner was not the driver of the vehicle. Because leasing and rental companies have some control over who drives their cars, law makers in New York and a few other states put vicarious liability in place to protect innocent victims of negligence.

On August 10th, 2005, however, this all changed when congress passed a bill known as the “highway bill”. Slipped into this 900 page document was the Graves amendment. The Graves amendment abolishes vicarious liability, leaving auto leasing and rental companies free and clear of responsibility when their drivers were negligent.

Laws regarding insurance issues are typically decided by each individual state. The Graves amendment is historic because it is a federal law that overrides individual state laws on the issue.

It was later discovered that the Graves amendment was never actually put on the floor for debate, angering some who would have objected to it. Because of this controversy, there have been several appeals of the Graves amendment, which was in fact, banished in 2007 when a US district court judge ruled it unconstitutional. However, it was upheld again in August of 2008 and ruled constitutional on the basis of the commerce clause, since leased and rented cars typically cross state lines.

More appeals may follow, but as it stands, the Graves law is still in place, leaving leasing and rental companies void of any liability for their drivers.

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Driving Accidents in New York City : Double Parking and Liability

On September 12, 2008, In Accident Lawyers, Car Accidents, By NewSunSEO

Ask someone to name a few things they associate with Manhattan and you’ll likely get a variety of answers : tall buildings, traffic jams, beeping horns, and undoubtedly, double parking. But after a recent court ruling, New Yorkers might think twice before double parking their vehicle to pick up passengers or make a quick stop at a convenience store.

In a January 2008 ruling by the First Department of the New York Supreme Court, the judge decided that a double parked van that had been hit in the rear while its passenger was boarding in March of 2004 was liable for that passenger’s injuries, even though the driver of the car that hit the van admitted to falling asleep at the wheel. The logic behind the ruling, which formed the case of White vs. Diaz, is that double parking impedes the flow of traffic and a driver should logically assume that he is creating a potential hazard for inattentive or distracted drivers by double parking. The judge reasoned that it was likely that if the driver of the van had been properly parked, the passenger would not have been injured.

The ruling in this case opens up a legal Pandora’s Box, because it brings into light the issue of proximate cause in liability cases. Proximate cause is defined as the event that is considered to be the cause of an injury.  Typically, in rear-end accidents, the inattention or negligence of the driver that hits the vehicle in the rear is considered the proximate cause of the injury. While proximate cause is usually decided by a jury when the answer is not clear, if we follow the logic of the ruling in the White vs. Diaz case, liability in any rear end collision involving a double parked car could be placed on the driver of the vehicle that gets hit.

So New Yorkers, beware. While double parking may be synonymous with the hustle and bustle of Manhattan, think twice before you give in to the temptation. If you are hit, it could end up costing you a lot more than a parking ticket.

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