When you are involved in a car accident in New York, one of the first things you should do (assuming you are physically able to do so) is call 911. When you call 911, the dispatcher will send a police officer to the scene. Typically, the responding officer will prepare a police report, and in […]
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When you file an insurance claim after a car accident in New York, you expect the insurance company to handle your claim in good faith. This is especially true given that in most cases you are filing a “no-fault” claim with your own insurance company. But, once you file your claim, you may find that […]
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For many people, dealing with an insurance company after a car accident can be almost as stressful as the accident itself. While you would like to rely on insurance adjusters to do the right thing, you may rightfully have concerns that your best interests are not their top priority. As your claim progresses, your concerns […]
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When you get injured in an accident, there are several steps involved in recovering your losses. Some of these steps you will need to take on your own, and others you will need to hire an attorney to handle for you. With more than 150 years of combined experience, the accomplished attorneys at O’Connor & […]
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Whiplash is among the most common injuries that drivers and passengers sustain in vehicle collisions. When a car, truck, or SUV stops abruptly or gets hit from behind, the forces involved can cause drivers’ and passengers’ heads to move forward and then snap back suddenly. This can cause damage to the nerves and tissue in […]
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When you are injured in a car accident, slip and fall, dog attack, or any other incident that leaves you in pain and facing financial distress, you want to receive an insurance settlement as quickly as possible. So, when a settlement offer comes, almost any amount can seem too good to be true. But, before […]
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