Car Accident
Buffalo Spring Car Accidents and Slip and Falls: What Injured Victims Need to Do Now
Introduction Spring has officially arrived in Western New York. The snow has melted, the air is getting warmer, and the days are longer. But during this time of the year, folks may put their guard down, and driving on the …
Buffalo Winter Crashes: How to Protect Your Health and Your Claim
Western New York winters are no joke. Snow squalls, whiteouts, glare ice, slush ruts, bridge icing, and stop-and-go traffic can turn an ordinary commute into a multi-car mess in minutes. If you’re in a winter car crash in …
AVOID Act Significantly Changes CPLR § 1007
Third-Party Practice in Litigation CPLR § 1007 is a section in our Civil Practice Law and Rules that governs third-party practice. After a defendant serves an answer to a complaint, that defendant may want to proceed agai…
The Real Cost of A Minor Injury: When Pain Doesn’t Go Away
It Was Supposed To Get Better Imagine this: you’re on your way to your weekly shopping run. You’re going the speed limit, on a non-busy street, and you stop at a red light. Suddenly, you’re jolted forward when…
You Don’t Pay Us Unless You Win: How Personal Injury Cases Work in New York
If you were hurt in a car crash, a fall, or a construction accident, the last thing you need is another bill. Yet most people hesitate to call a lawyer because they think it’ll cost too much. Here’s the truth. At The Coppo…
NY Justice for Injured Workers Act
A recent case from a New York City-area appeals court is going to have a significant effect on injured workers’ cases in New York. Specifically, it’s helpful for personal injury cases brought on behalf of injured wor…
The Grieving Families Act Once Again Passes the Legislature and Awaits the Governor’s Signature
On June 4, 2024, the Grieving Families Act passed the New York Assembly by a vote of 125-21. Only one day later, the bill passed the Senate by a vote of 52-5. Now, legislators and constituents alike are waiting and wonderi…
Stay in the Loop: Roundabout Safety
Roundabouts are becoming more and more popular in the U.S. due to their added benefits, and across New York State, there are approximately 250 roundabouts. Their implementation has dramatically reduced serious injury and f…
Tips on Avoiding Black Ice Accidents this Winter
Key Takeaways: Black ice develops as a thin water layer solidifies on top of pre-existing ice, resulting in a surface that is sleek and resembles glass. Conditions that lead to black ice formation include early morning dew…
Involved in a Car Accident? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Leave the Scene
A car accident can be jarring and scary. In the immediate aftermath, your instinct might be to leave the accident scene. This is the last thing you should do, especially if there are injuries, fatalities, or property dama…
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