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Bar Liability for Accidents Caused by Intoxicated Customers

Posted on: February 27th, 2017

Bartender Serving DrinksObviously, significant – and sometimes even fatal – motor vehicle accidents can be caused by drunk drivers. Unfortunately, those drivers often lack sufficient insurance to compensate victims for their injuries. In that instance, there is often no further recourse available to the injured party.

However, under certain circumstances, the bar or restaurant that served that driver with alcohol may be held liable as well.

Read on to learn more about bar liability for accidents caused by drunk drivers and intoxicated customers.

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Think You Have Been Injured Due To Someone Else’s Negligence? Here Are Five Things To Do In The Initial Moments After The Accident.

Posted on: February 6th, 2017

ChecklistAccidents happen. They are part of life. However, there are many people who have fallen victim to an accident due to the fault of another. The justice system affords these victims opportunities to recover damages based on another person or entity’s degree of fault. Often times, however, people are left wondering what to do immediately following an accident.

For example, say you are driving. Through no fault of your own, another car runs a stop sign and T-bones the passenger side of your car.

Assuming you are capable, here are five things you can do immediately after this to help your potential personal injury claim: (more…)

Understanding Injuries to the Spine

Posted on: January 30th, 2017

Medical team examining a spine injuryPerhaps one of the most common injuries from accidents are injuries to the spine. These injuries commonly arise from the forces placed upon the body in a motor vehicle accident or by the blunt trauma caused by a fall on a sidewalk or at a construction site.

Injuries to the spinal column can range from simple temporary “whiplash” to devastating and life-changing limitations. Even a spine injury that initially appears to be relatively minor can often have long-term and permanent effects. (more…)

What Information to Share With Your Personal Injury Attorney?

Posted on: January 23rd, 2017

Magnifying GlassIf you’ve been injured and are hoping to bring a viable personal injury case, you may be wondering:

What information should I share with my attorney?

How much information does he or she need to know about my past?

I’ve been involved in previous accidents and I’ve been injured before. Should details about those incidents be disclosed?

While you may feel intimidated by the concept of sharing so much information with your attorney, if you want to bring a successful personal injury case communicating clearly and openly with your personal injury lawyer about past accidents and injuries is imperative. (more…)

Caution! The Beverage You Are About to Enjoy May Be Extremely Hot! – The Hot Coffee Lawsuit

Posted on: November 14th, 2016

Hot coffee image on the side of many disposable coffee cupsWe will soon be reaching the 25th anniversary of perhaps the most infamous personal injury litigation of the modern era “Liebeck v. McDonald’s,”  more commonly known as the ‘hot coffee’ case.

The Liebeck case, and the subsequent verdict, touched off a call for massive ‘tort reform’. Even to this date, defense attorneys often raise that case during jury selection to suggest to jurors the risk of excessive verdicts. However, it is worth revisiting that case and exploring some misconceptions about that case and its aftermath. (more…)

What is Post-Concussion Syndrome?

Posted on: August 15th, 2016

Man Suffering From ConcussionHead injuries can be caused in many ways. Whether you are involved in a slip and fall accident, a car accident, a construction accident, or any other kind of accident where the head can be impacted, the unfortunate reality is that a serious head injury may be the end result.

While injuries like broken bones can be easy to diagnose and straightforward to treat, TBIs (Traumatic Brain Injuries) can be a bit more challenging. No two head injuries are the same and they often manifest themselves in different ways, making them difficult to identify. In fact, you yourself may not even realize your brain has been injured until well after your involvement in an accident.

One way you may become suspicious that you’ve sustained a brain injury following an accident is if you are experiencing symptoms of post-concussion syndrome. (more…)

Amusement Park Attorneys

Posted on: August 9th, 2016

caution amusement park

Amusement parks and fairs are fun places for children and families to visit. Included in that fun is getting the rush of adrenaline and excitement when riding a roller coaster or other ride that whips us around at a high speed, and makes us feel a little scared. But, deep down we know, those rides are supposed to be safe.

Unfortunately, though amusement park rides and attractions are supposed to be safe and must comply with numerous codes and regulations, accidents do still happen for a number of reasons. (more…)

Swim Safely this Summer: Avoiding Swimming Pool Slip and Fall Accidents, Head Injuries & More

Posted on: July 18th, 2016

Caution Wet Floor Sign by PoolWith the weather finally warming up in New York, it’s time to cool off at the pool or enjoy the local water park. While grilling and playing in and around the water makes for an ideal afternoon, we must not lose sight of the dangers that exist to ensure fun does not turn into tragedy.

Swimming Pool Slip and Fall Accidents, Injuries & Illnesses

Unfortunately, each year there are thousands of recreational water related injuries and illnesses. While some of these are more obvious, such as head and traumatic brain injuries from diving into water that is too shallow and slip-and-fall accidents that occur on pool decks around the water, others pool related injuries and ailments are less apparent.

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), swimming pool related outbreaks of stomach and diarrheal related illnesses have had marked increases over the last several years. Moreover, drains pose a significant risk to small children and young adults. Severe injuries or even death can occur as a result of getting sucked into or stuck in pool drains. (more…)

Should I “Go It Alone” or Hire A Personal Injury Attorney After a Car Accident?

Posted on: May 27th, 2016

Car that has been in car accidentThe time following your involvement in a car accident can be stressful and challenging for a number of reasons. From handling insurance claims to recovering from injuries, there is a lot to manage following a car accident. Even seemingly minor car accidents can disrupt your daily life.

Despite this, some people choose to “go it alone” after a car accident, handling all correspondence with insurance companies and healthcare providers, claims, settlements and recovery efforts on their own. While this is the right choice for some, it can also make recovering from a car accident even more difficult. (more…)

Attorney Lomanto Successful in Settlement for Psychological Damages

Posted on: March 28th, 2016

Did you know that during an undergraduate’s study abroad semester at college, 87% of nonconsensual sexual contact is committed by local residents? Research shows that undergraduates are 3 to 5 times more likely to experience sexual assault while studying abroad than on a United States campus.

Concetta Lomanto of Maynard, O’Connor represented a male client who was studying abroad in another country and was raped by a native of that country. The case involved detailed research of the college’s study abroad program, including the program’s orientation and safety precautions provided by the college. Following difficult and sensitive negotiations with the school on behalf of our client, Attorney Lomanto was able to successfully settle the matter for $100,000 and provide our client with closure and funding for future psychological care at an in-patient setting. (more…)

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