Injury Law Insights

Injury Law Insights

Practical, plain-English answers to the injury-law questions New Yorkers ask most.

Practical guidance on New York personal-injury law from the attorneys at Sullivan & Brill — car and truck accidents, medical malpractice, premises liability, defective products, and more.

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Dangers of Driving at Night

Driving at night brings reduced visibility, fatigue, and riskier drivers. Learn the top night-driving dangers and safety tips to avoid a NY crash.

December 7, 2022 · Read ›

When is a Dog Deemed Dangerous in New York?

When is a dog considered dangerous under New York law? Learn the dangerous-dog rules, the owner exceptions, and the steps to take after a…

November 23, 2022 · Read ›

Who Pays for Car Repairs After a Car Accident?

Who pays for car repairs after a NY car accident? Learn how no-fault insurance works, the repair steps to take, and your options when…

November 16, 2022 · Read ›

Best Ways to Document Car Accident Property Damages

Learn the best ways to document car accident property damage in New York—photos, records, and evidence that strengthen your claim and boost compensation.

November 9, 2022 · Read ›

Harm Caused by Anesthesia Errors

Anesthesia errors can cause severe harm during surgery. Learn the types, the risks of anesthesia awareness, and when you may have a NY malpractice…

November 2, 2022 · Read ›

Dangers of Exploding Batteries

Exploding lithium-ion batteries can cause burns, lacerations, and worse. Learn the defect types and when you can sue in New York.

October 26, 2022 · Read ›

Be Wary of Defective Surgical Mesh

Defective hernia surgical mesh can cause pain, organ damage, and repeat surgeries. Learn who may be liable and how to sue in New York.

October 22, 2022 · Read ›

Ways to Avoid Injuries From Defective Products

Learn the three types of product defects, how to check recall lists, and what to do if a defective product injured you in New…

October 5, 2022 · Read ›

How to Detect Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice can go undetected for years. Learn the warning signs of negligent care and when to contact a New York malpractice attorney.

September 28, 2022 · Read ›

How Do I Sue for Medication Side Effects?

Suffered unexpected harm from a medication not warned about on the label? Learn when you can sue the prescriber or manufacturer in New York.

September 21, 2022 · Read ›

Can Anyone Sue for Wrongful Death?

Who can sue for wrongful death in New York — spouses, children, and certain dependents — and when a claim can be filed. Sullivan…

September 14, 2022 · Read ›

Most Common Mistakes That Cause Car Accidents

The most common driving mistakes that cause car accidents in New York, from performance and recognition errors to skipped turn signals.

September 7, 2022 · Read ›

Truck Driver Errors That Cause Accidents

The most common truck driver errors that cause New York accidents — judgment, lane changes, speed, right-of-way — and your options after a crash.

August 24, 2022 · Read ›

How Diagnostic Errors Harm Patients

How diagnostic errors — missed, delayed, and wrong diagnoses — harm patients, and your legal options under New York medical malpractice law.

August 17, 2022 · Read ›

What Increases Teen Driver Accidents?

The top factors behind teen driver accidents in New York and the steps a teen should take after a crash, from Sullivan & Brill.

August 10, 2022 · Read ›

Pedestrian Safety Tips to Avoid Accidents

Essential pedestrian safety tips to avoid accidents on New York streets, plus what to do if a negligent driver struck you. Sullivan & Brill…

August 3, 2022 · Read ›

Older Adults Suffer More Serious Fall Injuries

Older adults suffer more serious fall injuries. Learn the common injuries, their causes, and when a NY property owner may be liable for a…

July 27, 2022 · Read ›

When Are Car Accident Injuries Deemed Catastrophic?

Learn when car accident injuries are considered catastrophic in New York, from brain and spinal injuries to the damages you can recover. Sullivan &…

July 20, 2022 · Read ›

Can I Sue for a Defective Medication?

Harmed by a defective medication in New York? Learn how to sue a pharmaceutical company for design, manufacturing, or marketing defects. Sullivan & Brill.

July 13, 2022 · Read ›

Driving Tips to Reduce Your Chances of a Car Accident

Learn essential driving and defensive-driving tips to reduce your chances of a car accident in New York, from Sullivan & Brill Personal Injury Attorneys.

July 6, 2022 · Read ›

What if a Defective Medical Product Injured Me?

Injured by a defective medical device? Learn who to sue and how to file a product liability claim in New York. Free NYC consultation.

June 22, 2022 · Read ›

Are You Struggling With Back Pain After a Car Accident?

Common causes of back pain after a car accident and how to sue for compensation in New York. Talk to a NYC car accident…

June 15, 2022 · Read ›

How the Medical Emergency Defense Can Help Your Car Accident Claim

How the medical emergency defense can make a driver immune from liability, and how to protect your NYC car accident claim. Free consultation.

June 8, 2022 · Read ›

Managing Traumatic Amputations After an Accident

Learn first-aid steps for a traumatic amputation and when you can sue for compensation in New York. Free consultation with a NYC amputation lawyer.

June 1, 2020 · Read ›

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