Articles Posted in Syracuse

Liability waivers differ in language and terms, but most serve a similar purpose: protecting at least one party from legal claims resulting from accidental injury. If you sign a waiver, you are, in effect, relinquishing your right to file a lawsuit or initiate other legal action. Making Sense of Liability…

Everyone in the United States has a right to a safe workplace. Although some occupations are inherently more dangerous than others, you shouldn’t have to worry about unexpected hazards in your workplace that you haven’t been trained to manage. If you’ve been injured because of an unsafe condition at work,…

Legal terms can be challenging to understand, even in context. Here are some of the most common terms you’re likely to encounter after filing a personal injury lawsuit: Adjuster In the insurance industry, an adjuster is an agent who investigates claims. Adjusters sometimes participate in settlement negotiations as well. Consultation…

Every state in the country has licensing requirements. In New York, these requirements are outlined in Title 5 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law. As a general rule, any person operating an automobile must be “duly licensed” if they: • Operate a motor vehicle upon a public roadway; and •…

New York’s Legal Standard for Dog Bite Claims Dog bite victims almost always have a right to recover damages from the pet’s owner. However, an unusual combination of statutes, case law, and precedent can make it difficult for survivors to obtain significant compensation. This is because, in New York, most…

New York State’s Safety Snapshot Almost every state in the country has seen a rise in accident rates since 2020. New York, unfortunately, is no exception to this worrying trend. Traffic-related injuries and fatalities have surged from one year to the next, with 2022 listed as the most dangerous year…