Queens Personal Injury Law Blog
Teenagers are high-risk drivers
Nothing is more thrilling than getting a driver’s license as a teen. However, other drivers may not be quite as thrilled, and for good reason. Teenagers are the highest-risk drivers on the road and are a major cause of serious and fatal accidents. Fortunately, there...
Roadside DWI breath test results may not always prove accurate
New Yorkers facing charges of driving while impaired may take some comfort in knowing that roadside BAC testing devices may not always produce accurate results. Law enforcement officials reportedly use different types of portable breath test devices during traffic...
Key moves for estate planning for the middle class
Those who have accumulated a small or moderate amount of net worth may wonder if an estate plan makes sense. They might think that estate planning is the province of the ultra-wealthy. Most financial experts agree that estate planning plays a key role for nearly all...
Road rash: A common but critical injury for motorcycle riders
Road rash is one of the most common injuries a New York motorcyclist can sustain. When a rider loses control of the bike, skidding across the pavement is likely to cause damage. A full-face helmet and protective clothing can help shield riders to some extent. But if a...
How do I qualify for SSDI?
Social Security Disability benefits use very strict guidelines for qualification. You can expect to provide the Social Security Administration with a lot of paperwork and access to information about your health when applying for benefits. The SSA explains that SSDI is...
Can you pay your medical bills while waiting on PI compensation?
A recent injury left you unable to work, and while there is a strong chance that you have a personal injury case on your hands, you still have medical bills to pay. While you wait to see how things turn out, how do you go about taking care of your unexpected costs? ...
Understanding New York’s intestate succession guidelines
The prospect of a person in Queens dying without a will is not all that uncommon. Indeed, according to a 2016 Gallup poll, only 44% of American adults do not have a will. Many may think that they will have plenty of time during their later years to plan out their...
Are you eligible for Social Security Disability?
When you incur an injury that leaves you disabled, you may wonder how you will provide for your family. Sometimes you may be able to get Social Security Disability benefits so you can continue to help your family. Before you can receive these benefits, though, you...
Difference between a brain contusion and a concussion
A blow to the head can result in a traumatic brain injury. There are many different kinds of TBI, including contusions and concussions. Because the names sound similar, people may confuse the two. However, though the mechanism of injury may be the same or similar,...
What should I report to Social Security about finding work?
Once Social Security approves your application for disability benefits, you will have to make reports to the agency on anything that may affect your disability payments. While some New York residents remain unemployed for a long while, others are able to find a job...
