You can sue if you fall on a sidewalk in Queens and sustain injuries in many cases. However, you have the burden of proving the city or the property owner failed in their duty of care to maintain the sidewalks, and that breach of duty caused your fall. In short, the answer depends on the facts and […]
As a personal injury victim, you may feel overwhelmed by questions and concerns such as who is responsible for covering your medical bills, lost wages and damages for pain and suffering. Hiring a lawyer can make the process less stressful for you as you focus on healing. Our personal injury attorneys at Oresky & Associates, PLLC will handle […]
Sadly, medical malpractice happens far more often than people realize. If you think that a medical provider harmed you or a loved one, contact Oresky & Associates, PLLC. Our legal team and co-counsel that we work with on medical malpractice cases are here to help. In this article, we’ll cover the importance of seeking legal […]
Electrical shock accidents are one of the most prevalent types of injuries in commercial and residential settings each year. Roughly 5% of the patients admitted to burn units in the United States each year are electrical shock accident victims. Furthermore, even non-fatal electrical shocks can cause grave, life-changing injuries. There are some professions and circumstances where you […]
Construction painters who apply paint, stain or any other coating to buildings or bridges are covered by the laws protecting construction workers in New York. It is dangerous work, with a risk of death or serious bodily injury. Like many other construction workers, painters risk injuries or death from falls from scaffolds and ladders. But […]
You can sue for a work-related injury under certain conditions. Typically, employers in New York have immunity from personal injury lawsuits, but there are exceptions. There may be other liable parties (other than your employer) who do not have this immunity. When you may be able to sue for a work-related injury Most employers in New York […]
Queens is one of the busiest boroughs in New York City. Traffic congestion can be a nightmare, and roads can be difficult to navigate safely. It’s no surprise that statistics show that there are between 35 and 36 car accidents in Queens, New York, every single day. If you’re involved in one of these Queens, […]
After a car accident, you should always call for help. While you wait for help to arrive, check for injuries both your own and those of others involved in the collision. Be sure to accept necessary medical attention from any paramedics on the scene and follow up with a health care provider as soon as possible […]
Medical malpractice lawsuits usually begin with an insurance claim. Your attorney will attempt to prove your case and negotiate a settlement that covers your damages. If obtaining compensation outside of court is not an option, you can pursue a civil suit. What is medical malpractice? Medical malpractice legal actions fall under the umbrella of personal […]
Since medical malpractice covers such a wide variety of injuries and scenarios, there is no average settlement amount for a medical malpractice lawsuit. Furthermore, many individual factors can affect a settlement’s amount, such as the injury’s permanence and impact on your job and whether your case settles out of court. What Is Medical Malpractice Medical malpractice includes […]
