New York Personal Injury Attorney Blog

Whether you’ve heard of it in a court case or a TV drama, the reasonable person standard is a benchmark in law. It plays a crucial role in determining liability and negligence in various legal scenarios, but what exactly does it mean? Below, the experienced legal professionals at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo…

Chemical exposure injuries are one of the most common construction site accidents. Many materials used by the construction industry contain lead and mercury, which can lead to severe injuries or even death. Construction workers use many power tools but are also frequently in contact with toxic substances. Exposure to these toxic liquids, gasses, and materials…

Medical negligence can have profound effects on patients and their families. Patients can experience long-lasting health effects—and even death—and their families may be left to deal with the consequences. The first step in pursuing a medical negligence claim is often consulting a lawyer for malpractice or medical negligence.  Below, the experienced personal injury lawyers at…

On May 27, 2023, SPBMCC Member Deanne M. Caputo secured a $725,000 settlement for a man who tripped and fell while working at a construction site. Man Tears Rotator Cuff and Fractures Shoulder at Job Site In 2018, the plaintiff was working at a construction site to rebuild a residential home. While exiting the project,…

When tenants rent a space to be their home, they expect safety. However, whether due to negligence or other reasons, accidents do happen. Earlier this month, the Office of the Queens County Public Administrator brought two Queens Supreme Court lawsuits against a landlord following a fatal fire that killed two young women. The suits allege…