Archive for January, 2023
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Nov 1, 2019 | Firm News | Trauma from a car accident can affect the body in unexpected ways. Though not a frequent occurrence, vocal cord paralysis can result from trauma to the neck or torso and can be more dangerous than neck injuries, such as whiplash, more often associated with car accidents. In addition […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Oct 29, 2019 | Firm News | In a traffic case that goes to criminal court in New York, perception matters almost as much as the facts in the case. Impairment of judgment because of alcohol may lead to unwise decisions, and emotions such as fear and panic may motivate a driver to leave the […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Oct 16, 2019 | Firm News | As a New York resident who currently receives Social Security Disability benefits from the U.S. Social Security Administration, you probably value those benefits immensely and depend on them to support yourself. There are, however, certain circumstances and situations that can arise that can impact your disability […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Oct 15, 2019 | Firm News | When someone dies after naming you as an executor in his or her will, it is your job to manage and distribute the estate. Unless the estate is worth less than $30,000, this involves a legal proceeding called probate. In New York, probate is accomplished through […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Oct 8, 2019 | Firm News | The risk of collision while riding your bicycle through Queens and New York City’s other four boroughs is now much higher and reflected by an alarming increase in serious bike accidents. As reported by ABC Eyewitness News, the severity of the circumstances has prompted the city’s mayor to declare the bicycle transportation situation an emergency. At the Queens office of Simon & Gilman, LLP, we understand how debilitating and catastrophic injuries can result in suffering, a loss of […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Oct 8, 2019 | Firm News | Driving while under the influence in New York may result in serious consequences including days lost from work from either incarceration or a license suspension. Sometimes the loss of work may be the result of a third-party employer action. After a popular football tight end for the New York Jets pleaded guilty to a DUI charge, he found himself suspended by the National Football League for violating its rules […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Sep 11, 2019 | Firm News | Smartphones can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles, and many lives have been lost as a result of distracted driving. For example, someone who is trying to read an email, send a text message or watch a video on their phone may not be […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Aug 27, 2019 | Firm News | If you are no longer able to work because of an injury or serious illness, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. Through this federal program, also called SSDI, you may receive monthly payments that cover your living expenses and medical costs. These are […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Aug 10, 2019 | Personal Injury | New York City residents rely on the subway system for transportation, but it is not always reliable. Not only can there be late departures or power outages, but there is also a risk of sustaining injuries. NYC subway injuries can occur due to a wide variety […]
On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Jul 24, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents | New York is home to nearly 9 million residents. With this many people interacting on a daily basis, accidents and injuries are unavoidable. So it is no surprise that personal injury lawsuits are so common in the state’s courts, including those resulting from bike-related collisions. […]
Connect with us
