What to Do When the Settlement First Offer Seems Too Low
After a serious accident, victims often wait weeks or even months to hear from the insurance company. When that long-awaited settlement offer finally arrives, it can feel like progress — until you...
Using Expert Witnesses in Slip-and-Fall Trials: Is It Worth It?
When someone suffers serious injuries in a slip and fall accident, the path to compensation isn’t always straightforward. Property owners and their insurance companies often dispute responsibility or minimize the...
Who Qualifies as a Beneficiary in a Wrongful Death Suit in New York?
When a loved one’s life is cut short because of another’s negligence, families are left not only with grief but also with mounting financial burdens. In New York, the wrongful death laws allow...
IMEs vs. Your Doctor: How to Protect Your Personal Injury Record
If you’ve been injured in an accident and filed a workers’ compensation or personal injury claim, chances are you’ll be asked to attend an Independent Medical Examination (IME). Despite its name, the IME is not...
Filing Against the City: Special Considerations for Claims vs. NYCHA or DOT
Filing a claim against a private property owner in New York City can already feel complex—but when the City of New York or a government agency like the NYC Housing...
Elevator & Escalator Safety: NYC Owners’ Duties
At Hill & Moin LLP, our New York City personal injury lawyers have handled countless elevator and escalator accident cases involving negligent property owners and unsafe maintenance practices. In a city like New York, where millions rely...