A slip or trip at a Rochester summer event may support a personal injury claim when an unsafe condition caused the fall and a responsible party created the hazard, knew about it, or should have discovered it through a reasonable inspection. Temporary event spaces can present risks such as spilled drinks, loose cords, uneven flooring, […]
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August falls within the 100 Deadliest Days, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when teen crash risks rise across the country. New York traffic safety officials report that 30 percent of deaths involving drivers ages 16 and 17 occur during June, July, and August. During this part of the summer, teens may drive […]
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If you were injured at the New York State Fair, a county fair, a music festival, or a local community event, you may have a personal injury claim when an unsafe condition or careless act caused your injuries. Possible causes include dangerous walkways, defective rides, unsecured tents, falling equipment, poor crowd control, vendor hazards, and […]
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August motorcycle rallies and group rides can place many riders, drivers, volunteers, and visitors on New York roads at the same time. When a crash occurs, an injured rider may have a claim against a negligent driver, another motorcyclist, a vehicle owner, an employer, a repair shop, a manufacturer, a road contractor, or a public […]
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A back-to-school car accident in Rochester may involve more than one responsible party. A negligent driver is often the first person examined, but liability may also extend to a vehicle owner, employer, school bus contractor, school district, municipality, road contractor, or another party whose conduct helped cause the crash. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC helps injured […]
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Motorcycle crash risks rise during Rochester’s warmer months because more riders, commuters, vacationers, and weekend drivers share the road. Summer can also bring construction zones, loose gravel, sudden rain, sun glare, heavier event traffic, and drivers who misjudge a motorcycle’s speed or distance. New York reported 4,681 personal-injury motorcycle crashes and 189 motorcyclist deaths in […]
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Yes, you may be able to sue after a boating accident on Lake Ontario or one of the Finger Lakes when another person, business, or organization caused your injuries through negligence. A claim may seek compensation for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, property damage, and other accident-related losses. Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC helps […]
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Yes, a speeding conviction can raise your insurance rates in New York, but an increase is not automatic in every case. An insurer may consider the final conviction, how far over the speed limit you were driving, your prior driving history, recent violations or accidents, available discounts, and the insurer’s approved rating plan. New York […]
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In a guardianship proceeding under Article 81 of the New York State Mental Hygiene Law (“MHL”), where a court evaluator as well as counsel for the Alleged Incapacitated Person (“AIP”) have been appointed, legal counsel for the AIP must adhere strictly to the AIP’s expressed wishes. According to Rule 1.14 of the New York Rules […]