Queens Personal Injury Law Blog
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...
Can my veteran status speed up the SSD process?
As a veteran, you hold a special status in the country that can help you in many cases. You dedicated yourself to service this country, which is something that earn you recognition and the ability to receive services that are not available to civilians. One area in...
Understanding probate basics
Most people in New York have heard others talk about probate when discussing wills and inheritances after someone dies. While a commonly experienced process, probate may often be misunderstood. It is important for people to have a sense of what probate is, when it...
Teacher liable for student’s injuries after dangerous experiment
New York City schoolteachers owe students a general duty of care to ensure their safety and wellbeing while attending class. Rules may prohibit instructors from engaging in hazardous activities or using flammable materials when conducting a course. In the event that a...
