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What NOT to do after you’ve been involved in a car accident

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, whether it’s a serious accident or a “fender bender”, there are several important steps that you should take to ensure your rights are protected. Being familiar with the steps to follow after a car accident is important for all drivers, whether at

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What constitutes negligence in a car accident?

If you’ve been injured in a car accident and you have chosen to pursue a personal injury claim, you have likely encountered the term “negligence.” Most car accident lawsuits are based on the legal principle of negligence, which is defined as a breach in the “duty of care” owed by

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Why don’t drivers see motorcyclists?

One of the most common reasons for motorcycle accidents in New York and throughout the U.S. is that drivers of cars and trucks simply don’t see motorcycles on the road. This is no excuse for causing a serious or even fatal injury, but by better understanding the phenomenon we hope

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Drivers must be on high alert as children return to school

The end of summer is an exciting if hectic time for school-age children and their parents. However, this can be a dangerous time as well. Pedestrian accidents in school zones serve as tragic reminders of the enhanced awareness we all must exercise while school is in session. Tips to keep

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Does negligence equal malpractice?

The terms medical malpractice and medical negligence both describe instances in which a health care provider does not meet the expected professional standard of care. However, while negligence may result in a lack of quality care, malpractice occurs when negligence leads directly to a documented injury. Review the factors that

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3 common causes of medical malpractice

Medical malpractice is alarmingly common in doctor’s offices, hospitals, clinics, and other care facilities across America. According to some estimates, between 250,000 and 440,000 patients lose their lives each year as a result of medical negligence. This number is shockingly high, and it’s particularly tragic when you consider that thousands upon thousands

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Fewer drivers, wide-open roads, add up to more traffic fatalities

The pandemic has driven more Americans off the roads and into their homes for prolonged periods of time. While fewer drivers behind the wheel and lower disposable incomes should equate to a significant reduction in accidents, a strange phenomenon reveals that the opposite is occurring. Research reveals that older and

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