New York Personal Injury Attorney Blog

Driving a motor vehicle can lead to unexpected situations. Another driver may swerve in front of you or suddenly stop at any moment, but large vehicles are relatively easy to spot when your eyes are on the road. On the other hand, bicycles can be harder to see, so the outcome can be trickier when…

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 June 27, 2023, SPBMCC Member Elizabeth Montesano successfully obtained a $2 million settlement for a woman who received a delayed cancer diagnosis. 60-Year-Old Woman Waits Two Years for Cancer Diagnosis In January 2017, a 60-year-old wife, mother, and Queens resident received a chest X-ray study. The radiologist and radiology facility failed to promptly diagnose…

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,…

Losing a loved one is never easy, but it’s even harder when it happens due to another party’s negligence or intentional actions. In such cases, a wrongful death lawsuit can provide a way for surviving family members to seek justice and recover damages. However, not all deaths qualify for a wrongful death claim.  In this…