After a car accident, you should always call for help. While you wait for help to arrive, check for injuries—both your own and those of others involved in the collision. Be sure to accept necessary medical attention from any paramedics on the scene and follow up with a health care provider as soon as possible in the days following the accident. Last but not least, connect with a lawyer––and do it fast. What you do at the scene of a car crash matters If you are reading this, and you are still at the scene of your car accident, do the following: Check for injuries If you sense injuries that requ ..read more

If you suffered injuries in a construction accident, you must report the accident to your foreman or employer, but there are other steps you also must take if you hope to receive compensation for your injury. Seek medical attention First things first!  If you have been hurt, seek medical care and attention immediately.  If you need an ambulance, ask for one to be called.  Tell the truth about how your accident happened, and don’t let others persuade you to tell different versions of the facts to protect your employer.  Before you worry about your construction accident repor ..read more

Medical malpractice lawsuits usually begin with an insurance claim. Your attorney will attempt to prove your case and negotiate a settlement that covers your damages. If obtaining compensation outside of court is not an option, you can pursue a civil suit. What is medical malpractice? Medical malpractice cases fall under the umbrella of personal injury law, which allows victims to seek financial compensation from liable medical professionals for their injuries. Malpractice occurs when a health care professional’s care deviates from standards in their profession and causes harm to a patient. Ex ..read more

Since medical malpractice covers such a wide variety of injuries and scenarios, there is no average settlement amount for a medical malpractice lawsuit. Furthermore, many individual factors can affect a settlement’s amount, such as the injury’s permanence and impact on your job and whether your case settles out of court. What Is Medical Malpractice Medical malpractice includes surgical errors, failure to diagnose, and other departures. When thinking about your malpractice case, remember that it is a  personal injury with losses. Malpractice is then subcategorized into different types, eac ..read more

You do not need a personal injury lawyer, but one can benefit you in many ways following an accident resulting in serious physical harm. Severe injuries can lead to expensive medical care, extended absences from work, pain and suffering, and other damages. A lawyer from our team can assist with complex cases and help you seek the compensation you are entitled to. A personal injury lawyer can take the legal burden off your shoulders The two major issues at play in all personal injury cases are liability and damages, as the American Bar Association (ABA) notes. Proving that another party’s negli ..read more

When searching for a personal injury lawyer, you should ask questions about their experience, services, and results.  You only have one chance to recover and finding the right lawyer can make a big difference in the final outcome of your case, the level of services that you receive, and the amount of compensation that you are awarded.   Prior results do not guarantee a future similar outcome. Choose an attorney who has experience with your type of accident Construction accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, and premises liability cases, all fall under the personal injury umb ..read more

Personal injury lawyers help victims recover compensation for injuries and damages that someone else’s negligence caused. They do this by helping clients with insurance claims and/or civil lawsuits. Personal injury lawyers handle insurance claims Many types of personal injury cases begin with an insurance claim. Depending on your accident, this may involve your personal injury protection (PIP) insurance, another party’s automobile insurance, a renters or homeowners policy,  or business liability insurance. Your attorney will investigate your accident, determine liable parties, and initiat ..read more

New York’s Labor Law offers strong protections for workers employed in trades related to construction. If you suffer an on-the-job injury in New York City, you are likely eligible for workers’ compensation. In addition, you may be able to hold the property owner, manager, or contractor accountable by filing a civil lawsuit against them. The workplace injury attorneys from Oresky & Associates, pllc can help you understand if you have a valid civil case after an injury in a construction-related trade. We will examine all aspects of your case, identify the liable parties, and help you file yo ..read more

Construction accidents can have devastating consequences for a worker’s life. These accidents can cause broken bones, spinal cord damage, brain trauma, paralysis, and even amputations. If you were injured on the job in New York City, you should contact our Queens and Bronx construction accident lawyers, who can determine your options under the New York Labor Law. One of its most important provisions is Labor Law Section 241(6). At Oresky & Associates, PLLC, we have brought many claims under this law. We are committed to protecting our clients’ rights at every step of the way. We ..read more

Construction accidents often lead to severe injuries or even death in some tragic cases. If you have been injured at a job site in New York City, it is important to promptly consult a knowledgeable Queens or Bronx construction accident attorney. At Oresky & Associates, PLLC, we have the knowledge and experience to carefully look into the circumstances of your accident and help you get the compensation that you are entitled to receive under the applicable laws. For example, New York Labor Law Section 240 is one of the main laws that protect the rights of injured workers in the con ..read more