New York Personal Injury Attorney Blog

After a tractor-trailer struck a 79-year-old woman on her bicycle, who eventually succumbed to her injuries, SPBMCC Associate R. Thomas Colonna obtained a settlement totaling $750,000 on behalf of the victim’s family.   79-Year-Old Bicyclist Struck by Tractor Trailer Sustains Fatal Injuries   In 2019, an elderly woman was struck by a tractor-trailer in an…

Following yet another fatal crash involving a Tesla self-driving vehicle, many scrutinize the degree of regulations surrounding the Autopilot feature as well as the company’s marketing tactics. Below, the New Jersey and New York auto accident lawyers at Sullivan Papain Block McGrath Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. detail the recent incident and whether or not particular…

Losing a loved one unexpectedly in a car accident may be one of the most painful experiences a family can go through, especially when the death was caused by someone else’s negligence behind the wheel. While nothing can replace the loss of a loved one, the surviving family may be entitled to monetary compensation to…

Accidents involving tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, semi-trucks, dump trucks or other commercial vehicles are often fatal. According to Injury Facts, 71% of all deaths resulting from large truck accidents are occupants in other vehicles involved in the accident, not those operating the trucks. Left in the aftermath are grieving families and financial devastation.   When a truck…

Seat belts play an integral role in the safety of motor vehicle operators. They prevent drivers and passengers from being ejected from their respective vehicles, but the force of an accident can also cause serious seat-belt-related injuries such as abrasions and internal damage. In addition, a defective seatbelt can lead to devastating consequences for both…