Insurance companies are not known for being fair and just in offering settlements to policyholders and auto accident victims who file a claim as a result of an injury or loss. If they can get a person to accept a low settlement offer, or get the victim to believe that they are ineligible to receive any compensationView Article
Overview of the Negligence Laws in New York State
If you or someone you love has sustained injury as a result of another person’s negligence, carelessness, or wrongful behavior, you may be eligible to pursue compensation from the liable party. Hiring a personal injury lawyer who possesses a comprehensive understanding of negligence laws here in New York State will give you a distinct advantage when it comesView Article
How Do I Prove That My Doctor Was Negligent?
Proving negligence is one of the most difficult, yet essential, aspects of any personal injury case. If you are unable to prove negligence, it is very unlikely that you will be able to successfully pursue financial compensation for the injuries you have sustained. This is particularly true in cases of medical malpractice where negligence onView Article
Why Hire an Attorney from The Odierno Law Firm, P.C.?
Searching for an experienced personal injury lawyer in Long Island, NY? If so, look no further than the dedicated legal team at The Odierno Law Firm, P.C. Our firm has been fighting to protect victims’ rights for more than three decades combined, securing a number of favorable results along the way. For this reason, youView Article
Should You Go to the Hospital After an Accident?
After a car accident, you might be shaken up and in a state of shock. You might not know what you should do when it comes to things like going to the hospital. This may be particularly true if you don’t have obvious injuries, like a broken bone. Generally, it is a good idea toView Article
Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury in New York
Have you been wrongfully injured in New York State? If so, it is important to understand that you will have a limited amount of time to seek compensation from the responsible party. Since all personal injury claims are subject to a statute of limitations, it is highly recommended that you discuss your case with aView Article
Filing an Uninsured Motorist Claim: What You Should Know
According to current statistics, 7% of all drivers in the state of New York do not carry insurance. Although it is a crime to operate a motor vehicle without at least the minimum amount of auto insurance, people continue to put themselves, and others, at risk every time they get behind the wheel. Fortunately, uninsuredView Article
Proving a Case of Premises Liability in New York
Premises liability is an area of the law that focuses on a property owner’s responsibility to maintain a reasonably safe environment. While most people do not realize it, they may be entitled to compensation if they were negligently injured on someone else’s property—may it be a commercial enterprise, government office, private residence or public establishment.View Article
Are Bedsores a Sign of Nursing Home Neglect?
As you may know, nursing home neglect is a growing problem throughout the country. Current statistics show that nearly 91% of all nursing home facilities in the U.S. are understaffed—forcing countless residents to suffer to the consequences. For this reason, the Long Island personal injury lawyers at The Odierno Law Firm, P.C. encourage you to question theView Article
Basic Requirements for a Medical Malpractice Claim
If you have been injured by a medical professional’s negligent, careless or reckless actions, you may be entitled to financial compensation—as this would be the basis for a medical malpractice lawsuit. To ensure that you have legitimate grounds to pursue damages from the liable party, however, you must first understand the basic requirements for aView Article
Can I Seek Damages if I was Partially at Fault for the Accident?
In the state of New York, all negligently injured victims have the right to seek damages from the parties and/or individuals who had contributed to their harm. As long as the plaintiff can prove that they were injured by the direct recklessness or indirect negligence of another person, they would have grounds to pursue aView Article
Should I Give a Statement to the Insurance Company?
At The Odierno Law Firm, P.C., we often receive calls from car accident victims who have inadvertently undermined their own personal injury claim—namely due to the fact that they made the decision to speak with an insurance adjuster without first consulting an attorney. For this reason, we encourage you to take precaution if you have recently beenView Article
How Do I Secure Compensation after a Hit & Run Accident?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the incidence rate of hit and run accidents has increased by 19% since 1999. Some experts believe that this may have something to do with the fact that nearly 14% of all drivers in the country are completely uninsured. While it is illegal to operate a vehicle withoutView Article
