Medical records play an important role in personal injury cases. It is not enough to be injured in an accident to recover compensation. You must show that negligence resulted in your injuries—which need to be documented in your medical records. If you were hurt through no fault of your own, our personal injury claim attorneys at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, …
Should I Keep a Personal Injury Diary After My Accident?
Many attorneys recommend that you keep a personal injury diary after an accident. These diaries or journals could help you retain important details about your case. Personal injury lawsuits can take months or even years, so keeping a record of your injuries and recovery could be valuable. That said, it is important to remember that these diaries could be used …
What Are Compensatory Damages in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
When you are injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you are entitled to file a personal injury lawsuit. This will allow you to recover the full amount of compensation that is necessary to repay all of the actual economic and non-economic losses you suffered. If you do file a lawsuit, your personal injury lawyer should assess all …
How Will I Get Paid After Settling My Personal Injury Lawsuit?
If you settle a personal injury lawsuit or are awarded damages by a court, it may take weeks or even months before you receive the settlement funds. If the other party chooses to appeal a court decision, the disbursement of funds could be delayed much longer. Having an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side can help you get the …
Is the Personal Injury Statute of Limitations Different for a Child?
In New York and New Jersey, the personal injury statute of limitations is different for a minor. Essentially, it is the deadline to file a lawsuit. Each claim will have its own deadline, as designated by state law. Under New York law, a minor has three years to file a personal injury lawsuit from the date of their eighteenth birthday. …
Driving During Outbreak: How to Keep Your Vehicle COVID-19 Free
There’s no hiding from the stark reality about this global pandemic. Everyone is aware of the transmission risks and the necessity to safeguard oneself from the virus. Despite quarantine measures, many New York and New Jersey residents are considered “essential” workers who must travel to and from their place of employment every day, whether that’s by personal vehicle, rideshare, taxi, …
In-Flight Injuries on Airplanes: Who Is Responsible?
People are injured every year due to events that happen during their flight. One of the most common causes of injury, for example, is a passenger being hurt by an overhead bin opening and the contents falling out. As airline travelers know, the contents of bins can be heavy luggage. Another frequent cause of injury is caused by food carts. …
How Long Does It Take to Get a Car Accident Settlement Check?
If you or a loved one has been in a car accident that resulted in injuries and vehicle damage, it’s likely that you will file an insurance claim. Both New Jersey and New York are “no-fault” states, in which drivers can go to their own insurance companies to file a claim after an accident, regardless of who was at fault. …
6 Examples of Car Accident Compensation
Following any kind of vehicle collision where you’ve suffered injury or sustained major damage to your vehicle, you are probably wondering what types of compensation are available for your losses. Whether the wreck happened in New York or New Jersey, recovery can be painful, expensive and time-consuming. The best approach to getting an accurate assessment on the potential value of …
Child Drownings Tragically on the Increase
As summer approaches, so does swimming season. Seventy percent of drowning incidents take place between May and August, so that also means the risk of water accidents is at a peak. The child safety advocacy group Safe Kids Worldwide recently released its 2018 water safety study, drawing attention to the risks of water to children and what can be done …