In Flanders v Goodfellow, 2025 NY Slip Op 02261 (Ct App Apr. 17, 2025) New York’s Court of Appeals held that plaintiffs are permitted to bring common law negligence claims for personal injuries caused by a domestic animal. In doing so, the Court of Appeal overruled precedent established in Bard…
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There are no lessons in school that teach us what we need to do to protect ourselves after a car accident. The steps you take following an accident can shape how well you can recover from it. Knowing what to do ahead of time can provide you with the help…
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Motorcycle riding involves specific habits and a different mindset than driving your car. You know this because you’ve been riding for several years. But, at the same time, you haven’t changed your riding routine since the day you first received your motorcycle license. According to the National Safety Council, the…
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Getting help after a car accident can require patience, but mounting costs may not give you much breathing room. Fortunately, you might already be holding the help you need. Car accidents cause millions of dollars in injuries every year, and they can also come with plenty of property damage. A…
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As the weather becomes warmer and we shed our winter coats in favor of the spring sun, we begin to spend more time outdoors. We leave our cars at home and use our bikes to get around, especially for quick trips to the grocery or to meet a friend for…
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Three claims commonly associated with motor vehicle accidents occurring in New York: (1) Property damage claim. Property damage claims involve damages sustained to property – most commonly, your car. If your vehicle is hit by another vehicle in an accident, you can file a property damage claim. Often a vehicle…
The first few moments after a motor vehicle accident can be extremely disorienting and frightening, even if you or others are not seriously injured in the crash. The first thing to remember is to remain calm. Keeping a cool head can be a challenge until you know whether anyone is…
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In addition to an otherworldly supply of ghosts and goblins, Halloween is also one of the most frightening times for parents over the safety of their trick-or-treaters. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says Halloween is one of the top three days of the year for pedestrian fatalities and…
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