New York Personal Injury Attorney Blog

After those involved in a car accident file an insurance claim, insurance companies send an adjustor to investigate. However, these adjusters are not unbiased and therefore, do not typically conduct objective investigations. Adjusters approach car accident investigations with an eye toward keeping their company’s claim values and liability to a minimum. With that in mind,…

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…

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…

In large cities such as New York City, taxi cabs play a prominent role in the day-to-day transportation of millions of commuters. With over 13,000 medallion taxi cabs in the city, it is inevitable that traffic accidents and the injuries that occur as a result of them will involve a taxi from time to time….

We often hear about collisions that occur between two or more vehicles, but what about if you are a pedestrian who is struck by a vehicle? Here, the New York car accident attorneys at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. detail the necessary steps to take as a pedestrian if you are hit…