Archive for September 2025
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Filing a Personal Injury Claim in NYC?
The statute of limitations is the legal deadline to file a lawsuit. It ensures claims are brought in a timely manner, preserving evidence and protecting defendants from indefinite threat of litigation. In New York State, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is three years from the date of the injury or accident.…
Read MoreNavigating the Legal Aftermath of a Hit-and-Run Accident
Hit-and-run accidents pose unique legal and emotional challenges. The responsible driver’s decision to flee the scene leaves victims struggling to cover medical bills and other damages without clear recourse. Victims often feel frustration and uncertainty compounded by the physical and psychological trauma caused by the accident. According to the Insurance Information Institute, hit-and-run crashes accounted…
Read MoreUnderstanding Medical Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis Cases
Medical misdiagnosis occurs when a healthcare provider incorrectly identifies a patient’s condition or illness. A delayed diagnosis happens when the condition is identified later than it should have been, leading to delays in treatment. Both scenarios can have devastating consequences for patients, including progression of the disease, unnecessary treatments, or failure to receive timely care.…
Read MoreWhat is VCF?
The Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) was created by Congress in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks to provide financial relief to victims who suffered physical harm or death as a result of the attacks or the subsequent rescue and recovery operations. Recognizing the unique and widespread health issues that developed among first…
Read MoreSullivan Papain Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement
Twenty-five years ago, the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement was finalized, marking one of the most significant public health milestones in U.S. history. The agreement required major tobacco companies to pay billions of dollars to states and permanently changed the way cigarettes could be marketed in America. Sullivan Papain attorney Bob Sullivan played a pivotal role…
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