This question might be of interest to people from all walks of life. In my experience as an attorney, I have noticed that college students are particularly interested in the answer to if an officer can search your car without a warrant. Here in the Hudson Valley, we...
Personal Injury
How do I know if I have a personal injury claim?
As the old saying goes, accidents do happen. However, in some instances an accident could mean that you have a valid personal injury claim. Many people wonder if an accident they were involved in would allow them to bring a claim for compensation. In this instance...
Recoverable Damages in Dutchess County
When an individual becomes injured due to the negligence of another party, they may want to know what their legal options are in New York State. Bringing a personal injury lawsuit against a liable party can allow the victim to recover significant damages if negligence...
Dutchess County Premises Liability
Property owners in Dutchess County and throughout the state of New York are responsible for making sure their property will not cause anyone to become injured. The concept of premises liability is pretty simple: keep your property safe because if not, an injured...
Can social media ruin my lawsuit?
When an individual brings legal action because they claim that they were injured on the job or due to the negligence of another party, it is important to make sure that they are very careful about what they post on their social media profiles. In fact, there have been...
What is sovereign immunity?
Private individuals are not the only people that need quality representation. When municipalities in New York face litigation in a myriad of legal matters, or require quality legal advice or advocacy, they need the same diligent legal representation as a private...
BAC Tests Administered After Serious Crashes
When individuals in New York State are involved in a serious car accident, they may be facing life-changing consequences. Of course, this goes for both the driver that caused the crash and the victims of the crash. A serious motor vehicle accident can be defined by...
How do personal injury attorneys get paid?
Any time an individual gets injured in an accident due to the fault of another party, they may find that they are faced with a heavy financial burden due to the cost of medical treatment and lost wages. Many people are often hesitant to bring a personal injury lawsuit...
How long does a personal injury case take?
When an individual is injured due the negligence of another party, they may want to consider their legal options. If the individual decides that they would like to file a personal injury lawsuit, it is important that they go in knowing that the lawsuit will take quite...
What should I know about construction accidents?
Working in the construction industry is a very dangerous job. That being said, there are a number of different safety procedures in place to ensure the safety of construction workers. Unfortunately, when somebody diverts from protocol, an employee could become...