Losing a family member because of someone else’s actions is an unimaginable tragedy, and it’s natural to want justice after such a loss. New York law allows the families of those who die because of the wrongdoing of others to seek compensation for their loss. However, these cases involve complex rules and procedures. It’s crucial […]
Read MoreBlack Friday Injuries—Can a Retailer be Responsible?
Black Friday, known for its amazing deals, can also bring unexpected dangers in crowded retail environments. This article explores the potential liabilities of retailers in the event of injuries sustained on their premises. From inadequate security measures to poor crowd management, retailers might be held accountable if they neglect their duty of care to shoppers. […]
Read MoreWhen an Accident Affects Your Marriage, Your Spouse May Be Able to Collect
Accidents can have a profound impact on individuals and their families, extending beyond physical injuries to affect emotional and relational aspects of life. This blog delves into the legal concept of ‘loss of consortium’ in New York State, which recognizes the non-economic hardships faced by spouses when their partner is injured. If an accident negatively […]
Read MoreCriminal Case and Personal Injury Case: What to Consider
Sometimes, if there is a drinking and driving accident or a hit and run, there will be a criminal case coinciding with a personal injury case. For instance, if a drunk driver gets into an accident that injures someone else, the intoxicated driver will likely go on to face criminal charges as well as a […]
Read MoreCDH Law Welcomes New Associate Attorney Nicolas Hurtado
Syracuse, New York – CDH Law is proud to announce the arrival of Nicolas Hurtado as our newest Associate Attorney. Nicolas brings a wealth of litigation experience to CDH Law. Hailing from Bogota, Colombia, where he has been practicing criminal defense, compliance, and helping victims of domestic violence for eight years, Nicolas has been involved in numerous high-profile […]
Read MoreAn Intro to Air Bag Injuries
There has been a recent recall over potentially explosive airbag parts. Over 33 million people in the U.S. could be driving vehicles with airbag inflators that, in rare cases, explode in a collision and send dangerous shrapnel flying. As such, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has demanded that the manufacturers of these vehicles recall […]
Read MoreIs Dash Cam Footage Admissible in Court?
Dash cam footage is becoming more and more popular in vehicles. As a result, there have been questions on whether or not dash cam footage can be used as evidence for a case. After all, dash cam footage could be compelling evidence of fault and the extent of damages sustained in an automobile accident injury […]
Read MoreTruckers’ Fatigue Can Lead to Big Injuries
Big trucks can lead to big injuries. Sharing the road with oversized vehicles like semi-trucks and tractor-trailers is a reality of life on U.S. roads. It can be scary, nonetheless. The sheer size of these vehicles alone makes other vehicles wobble as they pass them by. It will come as no surprise that they can […]
Read MoreAsk the Attorney: I was on my phone at the time of an accident—does that mean I’m automatically at fault?
Sometimes, who is at fault for causing a car accident is unclear. In fact, both drivers may have played a part in causing the accident. If this is the case, New York’s comparative negligence law is likely to come into play. While New York is a no-fault state, comparative negligence is often a confusing concept […]
Read MorePersonal Injury Claims in a Hit and Run Accident—What Should I Do?
A hit and run accident can be very traumatic and, often, accident victims don’t know what their next step should be. Here, we will go into the next steps of a hit and run accident. Steps to Immediately Take After a Hit and Run Accident The steps you take immediately following an accident can be […]
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