The law firm of Michael J. Redenburg, Esq. PC recently resolved an auto accident case for a client, where liability was disputed and the firm’s client underwent a knee arthroscopy. The client was a passenger in a car driven by her boyfriend at the time of the accident and they were traveling on a street…
Continue reading…NY State Law Regarding Supplemental Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (SUM) Insurance Coverage
When evaluating the potential value of a Manhattan car accident claim there are numerous things to consider. What are the nature and extent of the plaintiff’s physical injuries? Was surgery required? The amount of her medical expenses. And don’t forget lost wages that were not fully covered by no-fault and potential loss of future income…
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What Auto Insurance Is Required in New York?
If you are a New York driver, you should already be aware that the State of New York has financial responsibility requirements in place that must be met in order for you to both register your car and obtain license plates. Financial responsibility requirements mean that you must carry minimum automobile insurance coverage in order…
Continue reading…Injuries to the Spinal Cord and Vertebrae
A lot of spinal cord injuries result from motor vehicle crashes, slip and falls and NYPD police assaults. Symptoms, such as the resultant loss of sensation, loss of muscle strength and loss of bowel, bladder and sexual function may be temporary or permanent. MRI’s are the best way to identify these types of injuries; Treatment…
Continue reading…NYC Auto Accidents Increase During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Although the coronavirus pandemic has significantly reduced the number of cars on the roadways and streets of New York City as people are encouraged to stay at home, NYC auto accidents are increasing. Compiled reports during the nationwide lockdown indicate that there has been a significant increase in car accidents throughout the City. This makes…
Continue reading…Should I Try to Handle My Car Accident Claim on My Own First?
Don’t Attempt to Handle Your Car Accident Claim Without an Attorney If you contact the insurance company for the adverse vehicle in your car accident case, or they contact you, attempting to settle your case without the help of a personal injury lawyer, you are playing with fire. Rest assured, insurance companies have dedicated claims…
Continue reading…9 Signs You Should Hire an Attorney After a Car Accident
Some car accidents can be handled by insurance companies, provided that the parties that crash are cooperative and no one was seriously hurt. You may just want to pretend nothing ever happened. However, there are circumstances under which you need to hire an attorney. If you have sustained serious physical or financial harm, you…
Continue reading…High-Speed Police Chases in Brooklyn
Since 1979, high-speed police chases have claimed more than 5,000 lives in the United States. That’s more victims than hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, and all other types of natural disasters put together. Many chases occur after traffic stops and other minor offenses. Publically, police officers justify these reckless pursuits with rhetoric like “we cannot pick and…
Continue reading…Establishing Liability in Device Distraction Claims
Every day, distracted drivers cause thousands of serious injury crashes. Most people agree that using a cell phone while driving, along with other forms of distracted driving, is dangerous. Yet most drivers also admit that they regularly, or at least occasionally, multitask while driving. Behind an office desk, multitasking is usually a good thing. But…
Continue reading…What Is Third-Party Liability and Why Does It Matter?
Nationwide, about one driver in eight has no auto insurance at all. This problem may be even worse in New York. The Empire State also has one of the lowest auto insurance minimum requirements in the country. So, many drivers are either uninsured or dangerously underinsured. If the wreck caused catastrophic injuries, the tortfeasor (negligent…
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