How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Lawyer

Posted on: October 16th, 2017

Woman thinking about choosing a personal injury lawyer If you or a loved one is seriously injured, choosing the right personal injury lawyer is an important decision that will impact the rest of your life. The attorney who represents you will be your advocate to ensure you receive the money you need for future medical treatment, and supporting your family for years to come. Finding the right attorney is more than just finding someone who can get you a quick settlement.

At Maynard O’Connor, we think that in addition to getting you all of the money you deserve, your attorney should also be someone who you can talk to, trust, and who will help guide you through this difficult time in your life. We understand you have serious injuries and are facing difficult challenges. (more…)

Posted in Firm News, Personal Injury

How To Decide If It Is Time To Bring A Lawsuit

Posted on: September 7th, 2017

Man deciding if it's time to pursue a lawsuit Many people have the misconception that if you’ve been in an accident, you need to file a lawsuit right away. However, this “rush to the courthouse” should be discouraged, and is sometimes detrimental to your recovery.

The decision as to whether or not to file a lawsuit is actually quite complicated, and involves weighing a number of factors and the consideration of many relevant issues. (more…)

Posted in Personal Injury

When Should You Call a Sports Injury Attorney?

Posted on: August 23rd, 2017

Young football players Fall is just around the corner, which means many of us and our family members will soon be involved in school and recreational sports. Most of these sports present a risk of injury, sometimes serious.

Football injuries are, of course, very common. Other sports such as lacrosse, soccer, racquetball, and even track all present a risk of injury.

In addition, skiers and snowboarders will start hitting the slopes in the winter, creating opportunities for winter sports injuries, including collisions with other snow enthusiasts.

Sports injuries can be costly, both in terms of medical bills and income lost while convalescing. They are also often quite painful and debilitating.

But what happens if you’re injured because of the actions or conduct of another participant in the sport? Can you sue them? Are you entitled to any damages from them? (more…)

Posted in Sports Injuries

What To Do If You Or A Loved One Is Bitten By A Dog

Posted on: June 26th, 2017

As summer kicks into high gear, more people – and their pets – are out and about. Unfortunately, not all pets are friendly and summer is prime time for dog bite accidents.

It is important to know what to do to protect yourself and your rights if you are bitten or attacked by a dog. If you find yourself in this unfortunate position, here are a few things to do to ensure a better recovery: (more…)

Posted in Dog Bites

How a Biomechanical Expert Can Help Your Case

Posted on: May 15th, 2017

Fender Bender Car Accident In cases involving motor vehicle accidents, the plaintiff must prove three things: liability, damages, and causation – that the accident caused your injuries.

That last element can sometimes be tricky to prove, particularly in the case of accidents with minimal damage to vehicles.

Insurance companies will sometimes reject claims where there are “soft tissue” injuries (herniated discs or injuries to the spine), but only minimal damages. In those cases, a biomechanical expert can help confirm that the impact was indeed sufficient to cause injury. (more…)

Posted in Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Attorney Alex Stabinski successfully negotiates a $475,000 settlement for his client who suffered significant injuries after falling off a roof

Posted on: May 8th, 2017

Adam L. Stabinski Attorney Alex Stabinski was successful in negotiating a settlement of $475,000 for his client who suffered serious injuries, lost wages, and medical expenses after falling off a roof during the course of his work.

The client’s employer failed to provide him with any safety devices for the roofing work, and also failed to secure workers’ compensation coverage for his employees.

By the time this individual came to Alex for legal advice he had been unable to work for a significant period of time, was drowning in debt, could not afford essential medical treatment, and could not support his family. He was desperate. (more…)

Posted in Case Results, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall

Serious Injury on Someone Else’s Property: Injuries That Occur at a Residence That’s Not Your Own

Posted on: May 1st, 2017

Man injured at friend's residence in pain holding his back Serious injuries can happen anywhere! The truth is that every year, many people are severely injured at residences or properties that are not their own.

Whether it’s a slip and fall on ice, falling on unsafe stairs, injuries in a swimming pool – the list of potential causes for serious injuries goes on.

Though most people are aware of the potential for these types of injuries when they are out and about, many individuals are not sure of what to do if they were to incur such an injury, especially if that injury were to happen on a friend or acquaintance’s property.

So what do you do if you’re seriously injured on someone else’s property? What happens when an injury occurs at a residence that is not your own? (more…)

Posted in Personal Injury, Slip and Fall

Car Accidents Involving Motorcyclists

Posted on: April 17th, 2017

Female motorcycle rider In New York, when a person is injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident, in order to recover for those personal injuries that person must satisfy the “Serious Injury” analysis, which is stated in New York Insurance Law Section 5102(d). This is a statutory requirement that is intended to permit recovery where the injuries are serious, and not just minor.

This law was enacted when New York created the No-Fault coverage provisions to be required with all motor vehicle insurance policies. The No-Fault coverage is meant to provide up to $50,000 of coverage for medical treatment and lost wages for an injured person immediately, without the need to determine fault for the motor vehicle accident. (more…)

Posted in Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents

Driving Drowsy is Driving Impaired

Posted on: March 27th, 2017

Drowsy Driver When a driver is sleep deprived, their reaction time slows down. They may not be able to hit their brakes as quickly, and they may not be able to swerve out of the way of obstacles before a crash. As a result, drowsy driving can be as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has recently included drowsy driving in their definition of impaired driving. The Governor’s Highway Safety Association recently released a report stating that the number of crashes caused by drowsy driving each year is 328,000 on average. Additionally, nearly 5,000 people were killed in accidents caused by drowsy driving in 2015. (more…)

Posted in Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Proving Fault in a Slip and Fall Case

Posted on: March 20th, 2017

Slip and Fall Sign Slip and fall cases are some of the more challenging ones to fight because proving fault could be very difficult. Determining who is legally responsible is complicated because these types of accidents happen frequently and for countless reasons.

Think about how many times you’ve missed a step, tripped walking up the stairs or slipped on ice. Did those accidents occur because you weren’t being careful or paying close enough attention? Or was your slip and fall caused by a negligent property owner?

How is Fault Determined in a Slip and Fall Case?

Winning a slip and fall lawsuit means proving your injury was caused by a dangerous condition that the property owner was aware of, but did nothing about. It might sound simple enough, but these cases are full of gray areas. (more…)

Posted in Personal Injury, Slip and Fall