What if a Construction Site Injury Involves Multiple Contractors?
Many if not most construction jobs involve multiple contractors. From general contractors who oversee the site to those who are charged with steel work, electric, masonry, plumbing, and more. When a construction worker is injured on the job, it often means that more than one party is liable–not just their direct employer. In this case, […]
Summer Road Construction and Driver Liability in New York
In New York, warm weather means road construction; each summer, drivers must navigate orange barrels, adjusted speed limits, and potentially unsafe conditions. In this article, we’ll discuss how summer road construction can lead to traffic accidents, who might be at fault, and how a New York Construction accident lawyer can help you if you’ve been […]
How Weather, Visibility, and Road Conditions Affect Liability in Crash Claims
In serious crashes, bad weather is often seen as the culprit–turning what might have been a minor fender-bender on a clear day into a multi-car pileup. Although drivers are technically responsible for their actions on the road, sudden storms, slick roads, and other conditions can raise questions about who was responsible for the accident. Below, […]
Can a Landlord Be Liable for a Tenant or Visitor Injury?
A negligent landlord can cause big problems for tenants and their guests, especially when it comes to unsafe premises. Poorly lit hallways or staircases, faulty wiring, slick sidewalks, and other hazards can all result in serious injuries, and your landlord may be legally on the hook. Similarly to other accidents resulting from negligence, your landlord […]
What to Know About Injuries Caused by Falling Debris in New York City
Whether you are a construction worker, an everyday pedestrian, or a cyclist, being struck by falling debris in New York City is not uncommon and it can change your life. According to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2020 alone, occupational “struck-by” incidents caused 150 deaths and 14,000 construction injuries, and 27 percent of these […]
What Happens When Multiple Parties Share Fault for a Serious Injury
Some of the clearest-cut cases in personal injury law are those where a single party is 100% at fault for an accident. In our decades of experience at Buttafuoco & Associates, however, we’ve found that this is rarely the case. In a densely populated place like New York City, it’s common for multiple parties to […]
How Black Box Data Can Impact a Truck Accident Lawsuit
According to the Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research, between 2020 and 2024, New York State saw over 1000 accident fatalities annually, and around one hundred per year involved large commercial vehicles. Up to 90 percent of truck crashes involving death or personal injury involved multiple vehicles, a known factor for serious injuries and […]
Can You Bring a Claim After an Injury in a Parking Garage or Parking Lot?
Tight corners, poor visibility, hazardous conditions, and driver error often collide in catastrophic ways in parking lots and garages, resulting in serious injuries to drivers and pedestrians. In fact, the National Safety Council reports that one in every five car accidents occurs in a parking lot or garage, resulting in 500 deaths per year. Beyond […]
Can an Employer Be Liable for an Employee’s Negligent Driving?
New York City’s streets are jammed with drivers who are on the clock, whether that means a delivery driver or a company’s employee that has to drive to different locations as part of their job. If someone causes a car accident that results in injuries while they are working, you may be wondering whether their […]
How New York Jury Awards Are Influenced by Strong Medical Documentation
Recovering fair compensation after a personal injury can be challenging, especially if your case goes to trial. As the victim, you must not only prove that another party’s negligence resulted in your injuries, but you must convince the jury of the scope of the injuries and how those injuries will impact your present and future […]