As most people know, drivers are statutorily required to maintain liability insurance on their automobiles, to provide protection to injured parties in the event of a car accident. In New York State, drivers are only required to obtain minimum policy limits of $25,000/$50,000, which provides $25,000 in coverage for injuries to one person, and $50,000 for injuries to all persons injured in the accident.
However, the value of the injuries often far exceeds the available policy limits. Jury verdicts for most physical injuries alone exceed those sums, and economic losses can potentially be very significant. That’s where Supplemental Underinsured Motorist, otherwise known as SUM Coverage, comes in handy. (more…)
As an avid runner, and five-time marathoner, I always enjoy running in the cooler temperatures of fall, and the opportunity to run without heat and humidity. While it is often possible to run on the safety of a path or trail, runners sometimes must run through neighborhood streets or alongside local roads.
The time following a car accident that leaves you severely injured can be incredibly stressful. Between recovering physically and emotionally, coping with lost wages, dealing with missed work time and more, hiring a lawyer may be the last thing on your mind.
Unfortunately, statistics reflect that every driver can be expected to be involved in an 
The idea that there is a state-wide leash law in the state of New York is a common misconception.
It is certainly no surprise that within the past ten years, the use of social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and personal blogs, has become much more prevalent. Not surprisingly, that has also had a significant effect on personal injury litigation.
Throughout New York State, there are many locations where bicyclists and motorists share roadways. Whether in bike lanes along roadways or on bike paths that intersect with local highways, these areas put bike riders and motorists in close contact with one another.
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is the degenerative brain disease that is linked to repeated blows to the head. Although there has been a lot of publicity involving 
A homeowner sought advice from a real estate professional about potential liability for the 250 year old oak in the back yard because it extended over the next door neighbor’s property line.
