Rochester Personal Injury Law Blog
Traumatic brain injuries, their symptoms and causes
If you incurred head trauma as a result of a car accident in New York, chances are that it led to symptoms indicative of a traumatic brain injury. Some TBIs are mild, in which case they can be referred to as concussions, while others are serious and may require...
Car accidents may increase after sunset
Drivers are expected to use extra caution at times when visibility is low, such as when it is raining or foggy. One of the most dangerous times to be on the road is dusk, just as the sun is setting. The shadows can be confusing, and a driver’s eyes may have difficulty...
Construction workers critically injured by falling objects
Construction safety advocates often cite falls from heights, crush injuries and electrocutions as among the most common accidents on worksites. These accidents can result in life-changing injuries or death. One other commonly fatal incident involves workers being...
What is a femur fracture?
If you are a pedestrian or a motorcyclist and you are in an accident involving a car or a truck, you might suffer serious injuries, including a fractured femur. Pedestrians and motorcyclists are more susceptible to injury in these types of accidents because they do...
Why a will may be contested
If you are concerned about the possibility of someone challenging your will or that of a loved one, or if you want to contest a will yourself, it can be helpful to know the grounds on which this can be done. Only certain people may contest a will, and there must be a...
Add estate planning review to your to-do list
You probably have dozens of tasks at work or around the house that you’ve been meaning to do. Perhaps you keep putting off cleaning out the garage, organizing your files or making that appointment with the dentist. If you have already created an estate plan, you can...
Third-party negligence may lead to construction accidents
New York construction workers have many risks to deal with on the job. In addition to the seasonal elements, the work itself can be hazardous. Construction workers often must maneuver around heavy or dangerous equipment. Some projects may require work at great heights...
Long nights and liquor may lead to car accidents
Relishing the last few warm evenings that the summer and early fall has to offer is something that every New York resident deserves to do before the cool weather rolls in. But if you plan to take the wheel after staying out late or cooling off with one too many...
Nursing home neglect leaves woman with fatal injuries
When a vulnerable member of society suffers harm at the hands of another, it can be a difficult reality to face. The elderly too often become victims of abuse or neglect, and it is particularly heinous when it occurs at the hands of those charged with their care and...
Victims of truck accidents can prepare for legal action
Unlike most motor vehicle accidents, a collision with a tractor-trailer or other large commercial vehicle can result in many complications. For one thing, the injuries one may suffer in an accident with a big rig have the potential to be far more serious than in an...
Construction Injuries
Nursing Home Injuries
