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…

On July 25, 2023, SPBMCC Member Robert G. Sullivan and Associate Michael P. Napolitano successfully recovered $3.1 million for a pedestrian struck in a hit-and-run crash by a municipal vehicle. Pedestrian Suffers Serious Injuries Following Hit-and-Run Crash Our client was walking home one night in his community from visiting a relative when he was hit…

On March 10, 2022, SPBMCC Partner John Nash successfully secured a $1.75 million settlement for a 63-year-old man who suffered a right knee fracture at his workplace.  63-Year-Old Man Unable to Work After Severe Injuries In July 2020, a 63-year-old non-union laborer for a Long Island polymer company was part of a crew resurfacing the…

Driving through the vibrant streets of New York City can be exhilarating. There are bright lights and activities to keep your mind occupied, but there are risks at every turn, including the risk of a car-bicycle accident. When a car-bicycle accident happens, questions about liability often arise. Below, the NYC bicycle accident lawyers at Sullivan…

Each year in the United States, falls from ladders cause more than 164,000 emergency room-treated injuries and 300 deaths. Many of these injuries happen at work. For those who have experienced the misfortune of falling off a ladder at work, it is important to understand the severity of injuries that can result from a fall….