Should I Call a Lawyer Referral Service?
Unfortunately, there are times when worst comes to worst and accidents happen. In New York City, you know things move fast. In these situations, it’s great to have an personal injury lawyer. However, in the midst of the drama, panic and chaos following an accident, sometimes it’s hard to get your bearings and figure out…
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My claim is against my landlord. Will he evict me?
The legal relationship between a landlord and tenant is a very complicated one. Each party in the lease has a lot of different responsibilities. For a landlord, this includes completing maintenance, paying the underlying mortgage, and providing a safe place to live. For a tenant, the key responsibilities include paying rent and abiding by any…
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Mechanical Failure Due to a Manufacturing or Design Defect
Driver negligence is one of the chief causes of automobile accidents in the United States. However, mechanical failure is also one of the auto accidents contributing factors. According to the Highway Traffic Association, tire failure is responsible or 43 percent of total mechanical accidents, brake failure accounts for 25 percent, electrical failure 21 percent and transmission engine…
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I’ve been involved in an incident. Do I need a personal injury lawyer?
Surviving an accident can be a nerve-wracking experience. Dealing with the injuries can leave you overwhelmed. A key decision you need to make is whether you should engage the services of a personal injury lawyer. Insurance statistics show that injured parties who hire legal expertise are three times more likely to recover damages. While receiving…
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I’m a Little Banged Up, But Nothing Serious. Do I Really Need to See a Doctor?
While it may be tempting to avoid the cost and hassle of seeing a doctor after an accident when you don’t think you’re seriously hurt, this can be a big mistake. The truth is any car accident can be serious, even a low-speed collision, and the injuries may not be apparent for days. If you…
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