New York Personal Injury Blog
Deadlines for Common Personal Injury Claims in Binghamton, NY
When you suffer injuries for which another party is to blame, it’s important to understand the statutes of limitations that apply to your case. The statute of limitations is the deadline set by state law for filing a personal injury...
New Safety Features on Semi Trucks Could Improve Highway Safety
While many of us appreciate the crucial role the trucking industry plays in delivering the products we use on a daily basis, encountering these big rigs while on the road puts many drivers on the defensive. Being sandwiched between two...
New Yorkers Urged to Enjoy the Fourth of July But to Leave the Fireworks to the Professionals
Tomorrow is the Fourth of July, and with that comes the fun and excitement of picnics, swimming, family gatherings and spectacular fireworks displays. Now, thanks to the generosity of the Ithaca firefighters and the town’s residents, the town has enough...
Parent Liability in Teen Auto Accidents
Getting a driver’s license is a big day in a teenager’s life, and a rite of passage that most teens and their families eagerly look forward to. After years of relying on mom and dad to take them where they...
Dog Bite Statistics by Breed
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention over 4.5 million people suffer dog bites each year, sending an estimated 800,000 people each year must seek medical attention after a bite. On average, about 43 people are killed each year...
What Happens If You Unknowingly Hit a Parked Car?
Accidentally hitting a parked car is a mistake even the best drivers can make. But the things you do after a collision can have serious consequences. In fact, if you fail or simply forget to leave your contact information, you...
Can You Sue Lyft or Uber After an Accident?
Lyft, Uber, and other rideshare apps are barely a decade old. But, in that short time, these services have become so ubiquitous as to have facilitated billions of trips around the globe. Unfortunately, new research by the Centers for Disease Control...
What Should I Do After an Uber Accident?
Rideshare services like Uber have significantly changed the way that many people commute. The convenience of getting a ride almost instantaneously from wherever you are has become a part of everyday life for many people in New York and beyond....
10 Tips to Maximize Your Car Accident Settlement
Car accidents are common in and around Binghamton, New York, but that doesn’t make them any less terrifying. At Scott C. Gottlieb, Injury Law Attorney, we see car accident victims whose lives have changed forever because of the negligence of...
Should I Get a Lawyer for a Car Accident That Wasn't My Fault?
If you were involved in a minor car accident, you might think you don’t need a car wreck lawyer. But, there are many reasons why consulting a Binghamton car accident attorney after an accident can help protect your legal rights...