A statute of limitations is a time limit for filing a lawsuit. Every plaintiff has a time limit between when they got injured and when the law feels too much time has passed to hold another party accountable. Different types of lawsuits have different deadlines. The statute of limitations for New York car accidents is …
What to Do if You’ve Been Hit by a Police Car in an Accident
If a police car has hit you in an accident, you will need the help of a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Making claims against the police has its own complications that we can help you navigate. Fortunately, much of the process on your end is the same. You’ll still need to call …
Things to Know About Car Accident Settlement Agreements
Never sign an agreement, waiver, or anything else from any r car insurance company without speaking with a lawyer first. Odds are the first offer will be much less than you can get. Here are some things to know about car accident settlement agreements. They End the Matter Entirely A settlement agreement is a contract …
Skilled Attorneys Make a Difference for Victims of Motorcycle Accidents
The claims process following a motorcycle accident in NYC isn’t easy––especially while recovering from serious injuries or mourning a loved one. Dealing with an injury case on your own puts you at risk of accepting a low settlement, having your claim denied, or missing case-relevant deadlines. That’s where Dansker & Aspromonte Associates can help. Since …
New York Car Accidents Settlement Process and Timeline
After you have been severely injured in a New York car accident, you may be anxious to get justice and hold the liable party accountable. In doing so, you may be able to recover the compensation you need to get through these difficult times and begin to rebuild your life. But before you make the …
Reporting a Car Accident in New York
In the aftermath of a car accident in New York, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. One of the most important responsibilities you will have is reporting your car accident. But not every car accident requires a police report. If you are not sure whether you need to report a car …
GEICO Auto Insurance Claims in New York
GEICO insures millions of vehicles throughout the country, including many in New York. It should come as no surprise that accidents in New York frequently involve vehicles with GEICO insurance policies. If you were injured in a collision, you do not have to pursue an insurance claim on your own. Whether you are filing a …
Property Owner Liability vs. Occupier Liability
Premises liability laws make owners or property occupiers responsible for injuries that occur to others on the property. Understanding how property owner liability and occupier liability differ is crucial because it determines which party you need to bring a claim against when recovering damages. What Is Property Owner Liability? A property owner has a duty …
Consequences of Using Your Cell Phone While Driving in New York City
New York was the first state to pass laws against using cell phones while driving, so it’s no surprise that these laws are among the strongest in the nation. The state was an early adopter of banning texting while driving, and it’s considered a primary offense. This means that the police can pull you over …
Contributory Negligence in New York- What You Need to Know
Every accident claim is unique. Sometimes there is more than one party responsible for an accident. In some instances, the injured party can be held to be partially responsible for their own injuries. If you have ever seen kids fighting over who is more to blame for something that went wrong, you know why we …
What You Should Know About Crash-Related PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is a stress response to trauma that can cause debilitating symptoms long after the danger has passed. You may not know that car crashes are the most common cause of PTSD. Crash-related PTSD happens to about 39.2% of motor vehicle accident survivors according to National Institute of Mental Health. It’s …
American Family Insurance Claims – New York Car Accident Lawyers
If you carry American Family Insurance for your auto coverage, you need to know how to make a claim and what to expect from the process. Even though New York is a no-fault state, your insurance company is not on your side as much as you may think. Insurance companies are trying to earn as …
How To Handle A Car Accident In New York
If you have been involved in a car accident you may not know what to do to protect yourself. The decisions you make and actions you take could impact your rights to recover fair compensation. Every day, thousands of people get into accidents in New York. Do you know what to do after an accident …
Farmers Insurance Claims – New York Car Accident Lawyers
Auto insurance is a requirement in New York and it’s supposed to pay for accidents. Farmers Insurance is one such company. Unfortunately, insurers rarely pay as much as they should unless you have a car accident lawyer to help you make your claim. Like many auto insurance companies, Farmers has been covering claims for almost …
Jenna Williams Wins PTSD Scholarship
Dansker & Aspromonte Associates are proud to announce that Jenna Williams is this year’s winner of the PTSD Scholarship. Her winning essay discusses the false portrayal in the media of people with PTSD having violent tendencies. “In reality, the majority of people with PTSD do not exhibit outwardly violent behavior and are civilians,” William wrote. …
Brenden Gilbreath Awarded First Responders Scholarship
The Dansker & Aspromonte Associates First Responder Scholarship was established to honor and assist students who have worked to help others. Brenden Gilbreath, who comes from a family of public servants and first responders, fits that bill perfectly. Gilbreath’s parents, he wrote in his winning essay, met while working in law enforcement. His father was …
When a New York Slip and Fall Injury Is Partly Your Own Fault
After a traumatic event, you should seek medical attention immediately even if you are not sure whether you have sustained a serious head injury. While you wait for a professional to evaluate your condition, Mayo Clinic notes you should: Avoid falling asleep Monitor the injured person’s breathing and prepare to administer CPR Apply pressure to …
Emergency First Aid for Head Injuries and Traumatic Brain Injuries
After a traumatic event, you should seek medical attention immediately even if you are not sure whether you have sustained a serious head injury. While you wait for a professional to evaluate your condition, Mayo Clinic notes you should: Avoid falling asleep Monitor the injured person’s breathing and prepare to administer CPR Apply pressure to …
Can You Tell By the Damage on a Car Who Is at Fault?
More often than not, after a motor vehicle accident, an examination of the vehicles involved along with police reports, damage photographs and other expert testimony from accident reconstructionists can provide valuable evidence of fault. Different Accidents Reveal Different Details Every case is unique and vehicle damage is one factor in a typical accident claim. Other …
Is a Helmet Worth It?
The People Powered Movement (PPM) found that in 2015, there were 45,000 reported bicycle accidents in the US. The most common causes of the reported accidents were driver or biker inattention, failure to yield, and dangerous road conditions. Are helmets worth wearing? Bike injuries can lead to permanent trauma and lifelong impairments. But sporting proper …
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