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Law Office of Steven R. Smith Aug. 14, 2022

The Difference Between a Slip & Fall and Trip & Fall

Slips and falls send more than one million people to the emergency room every year in the United States. They happen at home, at work, and in nursing homes, but they also occur because someone failed to warn of hazards or maintain their residential or business property.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith June 30, 2022

Who Will Pay My Medical Bills After an Accident?

It should come as no surprise to New Yorkers that driving through New York City streets can be a risky endeavor. In May of 2022 alone, there were 4,602 people who were injured due to a car accident in New York City.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith June 10, 2022

Should I Use My Own Insurance After a Car Accident?

In 2021, there were 370,990 total traffic crashes across the state. Traffic collisions in New York State usually result in minor to severe injuries, vehicle damages, or sometimes fatalities.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith May 12, 2022

Common Injuries After an Auto Accident

New York City offers multiple ways to get from one place to another. People drive, walk, cycle, or take public transportation. On an average day, more than four million vehicles use New York City streets.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith April 18, 2022

What to Do as an Injured Passenger

Passengers rely on the driver of their vehicle to take them safely to their destination. Unfortunately, an accident may occur and leave the passenger with injuries, missed time at work, and other losses.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith March 1, 2022

What Are Your Rights After a Rideshare Accident?

A study by the University of Chicago and Rice University has found that the introduction of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have increased traffic fatalities by 2 to 3 percent since their debut in 2010.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith Feb. 14, 2022

Should I Give a Recorded Statement to an Insurance Adjuster?

According to a Martindale-Nolo Research 2017 personal injury study, about 70% of respondents received a payout or settlement for their injury claims.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith Jan. 10, 2022

Who Is At Fault When I Slip and Fall on the Ice?

During the winter season, slip-and-fall accidents on ice or snow are a common occurrence in New York and across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 1 million Americans are injured every year due to falling on ice and snow.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith Dec. 27, 2021

What to Know About Winter Driving Accidents

Residents and travelers in New York have to be prepared for some of the most extreme weather conditions. From the hot, muggy summers to the cold, snowy winters. Unfortunately, these icy winter conditions create a high chance of getting into a driving accident.

Law Office of Steven R. Smith Dec. 15, 2021

NEW YORK'S MOTOR VEHICLE NO-FAULT LAW: WHAT IS “NO-FAULT”?

Well, in New York, this applies to Motor Vehicle Accidents only. It does not apply to trip and Fall, Slip and Fall, and generally does not apply to motorcycle accidents.

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