Consequences of Using Your Cell Phone While Driving in New York City
By Dansker & AspromonteApril 25, 2022 New York was the first state to pass laws against using cell phones while driving, so it’s no surprise that these laws are among the strongest in the nation. The state was an early adopter of banning texting while driving, and it’s considered a primary offense. This means that the police […]
Engineer in Fatal Accident Diagnosed with Sleep Apnea
Riding the train in New York is such a commonplace activity that few people give it a second thought. To many, the process is so automatic that it seems as if the trains are propelled by their own volition. Of course, this isn’t true. The Metro-North train accident that happened back in December in the Bronx was […]
Worker’s Injury Settlement Helps Him To Reunite His Family
When construction workers get injured on the job, it can have a ripple effect on many people. The worker himself or herself, of course, is the most directly affected. Injuries can linger for months, years or even a lifetime, making everyday activities difficult — and a return to work all but impossible. But the family […]
Car accident claims might be settled quickly in the future
When two vehicles are involved in a car accident, it’s likely that the occupants of one vehicle will have a different version of events than the occupants of the other vehicle. This is especially true when one party or the other has been injured in the motor vehicle crash — nobody wants to be held […]
What to Do if You’ve Been Hit by a Police Car in an Accident
By Dansker & AspromonteApril 26, 2022 If a police car has hit you in an accident, you will need the help of a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Making claims against the police has its own complications that we can help you navigate. Fortunately, much of the process on your end is the same. You’ll still […]
New York tops states for per capita medical malpractice awards
Lawsuits arising from medical malpractice can occur anywhere in the United States, but the awards given to plaintiffs in these cases can vary widely. The per capita payouts in the 50 states and the District of Columbia for cases involving medical practitioners in 2013 show just how dramatic these variations can be. In fact, the […]
Could you be at risk for getting an infection in the hospital?
It goes without saying that when New York residents have to go into the hospital, they don’t expect their health problems to worsen as a result of their care. However, many people end up with an infection acquired during the course of their care — as many as one in 25 patients across the country, […]
Contributory Negligence in New York- What You Need to Know
By Dansker & AspromonteApril 25, 2022 Every accident claim is unique. Sometimes there is more than one party responsible for an accident. In some instances, the injured party can be held to be partially responsible for their own injuries. If you have ever seen kids fighting over who is more to blame for something that went […]
FAQs about Medical Malpractice
Questions Frequently Asked Regarding Medical Malpractice Q: What is medical malpractice? A: Medical malpractice is when a doctor or other health care provider neglects a patient and it results in harm or injury being caused to the patient. In these cases, negligence can come from dentists, hospitals, hospital employees, technicians, nurses, and other departments that […]
Getting Compensation for Auto Accident Injuries
Getting Compensation for Auto Accident Injuries It’s important that you consult with a personal injury lawyer when you have been in an auto accident in NYC. The attorneys at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP can be consulted in this matter. We have the knowledge and experience to help you win compensation to cover your medical […]