As a “no-fault” state, New York requires all vehicle owners to have Personal Injury Protection insurance, or PIP, to provide coverage for costs sustained after a motor vehicle accident.
Personal injury cases can be slow and take many twists and turns, but because your personal injury lawyer built a strong case, you’ve reached a settlement with the defendant.
There could be legal recourse in each instance because property, a person or someone’s reputation was harmed. The public works department is responsible for keeping roads in good condition, and the parks department is charged with maintaining safe playground equipment.
Even with advancements in “painless” dentistry, many people still fear getting into the dentist’s chair. An even greater fear: holding dental professionals accountable when the pain doesn’t go away, chewing remains difficult, or an oral cancer diagnosis is missed.