Archive for January, 2023
Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Sep 15, 2021 | Personal Injury | A hit and run accident can leave victims feeling as if there is no one who can compensate them. In the aftermath of this type of accident, one person’s negligence and criminal wrongdoing can have a devastating impact on a person’s health and finances. Without being […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Sep 10, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents | You need to look out for many hazards on the road, from drunk drivers to bad weather. However, accidents involving large trucks and buses are especially dangerous. Sadly, due to the size of these vehicles and other factors (such as difficulty bringing a large truck […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Aug 27, 2021 | Firm News | Navigating the government’s entitlement programs can be a complex business. If you have worked for several years and sustained an injury that is debilitating, you may be eligible for SSDI or Social Security Disability Insurance. However, there is another benefits program that assists disabled Americans. This […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Aug 12, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents | Constantly changing conditions, such as the weather or the amount of traffic on the road, can affect your risk of a motor vehicle accident. There are specific hazards associated with driving at night. With autumn comes the end of Daylight Savings Time. Fewer daylight hours […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Jul 29, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents | Even the most minor fender bender is an annoyance. However, any variety of accidents, no matter how minor, quickly becomes a major headache if the other person involved in the accident decides to speed away from the scene. Even though hit-and-run accidents are very frustrating, […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Jul 19, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents | The average New Yorker walks more than the average resident of any other state, according to recent data. All that walking is good for health and the environment but can lead to pedestrian accidents. Older residents are particularly at risk. What is being done to reduce pedestrian […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Jul 19, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents | If you are a resident of Queens, you are likely already familiar with the name Boulevard of Death. For decades, Queens Boulevard has held this moniker due to the high number of vehicle-related deaths that have occurred. Between 1990 and 2017, at least 186 people, mainly […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Jul 15, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents | After a recent motor vehicle collision, you may have trouble discerning regular aches and pains from injury symptoms directly related to the accident. Could you have internal bleeding and not know it? WebMD explores symptoms of internal bleeding resulting from trauma. Find out whether you need […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Jul 10, 2021 | Personal Injury | If you suffered a traumatic brain injury, you may have to worry about complications. One of the most catastrophic complications is stroke. According to WebMD, traumatic brain injuries may increase your stroke risk. How to determine stroke risk A review of 18 studies in four different countries […]

Jan 18, 2023

On Behalf of Simon & Gilman, LLP | Jun 25, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents | Pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries or death of the pedestrian, but it is everyone’s responsibility on the road to watch out for people in the roadway. According to the New York State website, the law requires both drivers and pedestrians to follow the […]