Can You Get Punitive Damages for Negligence in New York?

Can I Get Punitive Damages in NY? | O’Connor and Partners, PLLC

In New York, accident victims have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit and pursue compensation for injuries they sustained due to someone else’s negligent behavior. Once fault is proven, victims may recover compensatory damages for their physical, emotional, and financial losses. In certain situations, however, they may recover more. Punitive damages are awarded […]

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What Are Traumatic Brain Injury Signs and Symptoms?

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Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are among the most common serious injuries sustained in vehicle collisions and other accidents. As researchers continue to study these injuries, we continue to gain a clearer understanding of just how dangerous these injuries really are. Even if a traumatic brain injury isn’t life-threatening, it can still have life-altering effects—and even […]

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What Can I Do If the Insurance Company Is Lowballing Me?

Handling a Lowball Insurance Offer | O'Connor and Partners

If you are getting lowballed by the insurance company after an auto accident, you are not alone. Insurance companies make low settlement offers to accident victims all the time, and they do so knowing that many claimants will agree to settle for far less than they deserve. 5 Steps to Take After Receiving a Lowball […]

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Do I Have to Call the Police for a Car Accident in New York?

Calling the Police After a Car Accident | O'Connor and Partners, PLLC

When you are involved in a car accident, there are some steps you should always try to take at the scene of the collision. There are also steps that you are legally required to take in some cases. One of these steps is calling the police. While you aren’t always required to call the police […]

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Does Insurance Cover Road Debris?

Is Road Debris Covered by Insurance?| O’Connor and Partners, PLLC

Whether it is something as large and dangerous as a truck tire, or as innocuous as a cardboard box, anything flying, rolling, or resting in the road can present a serious risk for an accident and injury. If you have been involved in a wreck that was caused by road debris, it is important to […]

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How Do Insurance Adjusters Investigate?

How Do Insurance Investigations Work? | O’Connor and Partners, PLLC

After suffering an injury caused by another’s negligence, you may be facing high medical bills, pain and suffering, and time away from work you and your family cannot afford. In cases of personal injury, it is important to know your rights and understand the legal process and how an insurance investigation impacts your case. While […]

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