Queens County Jury Awards Over $38 Million For A New York Birth Injury
In December of 2022, a Queens County jury found in favor of the plaintiff in a New York Birth Injury case. The infant plaintiff suffered lack of oxygen during delivery and was diagnosed with cerebral palsy upon her birth. The jury awarded the plaintiff damages in excess of $38 million, which...
New York Bed Bug Settlement Victory
The Law Offices of Effie Soter, P.C. is happy to announce our latest New York bed bug settlement. The Plaintiff sustained bed bug bites while in their apartment through no fault of their own. This bed bug exposure completely ruined...
Were You Injured Due To A Landlord Failing To Provide Reasonable Security?
If the answer to the question is yes, you should speak with a New York Negligent Security Attorney to discuss your legal rights and all options available to you.
In New York State, a landlord has a duty to take "minimal" precautions to protect tenants from reasonably...
Three Steps To Take If You Or Your Baby Were Involved In A Birth Related Injury
Around 30,000 babies are born every year with some form of a birth injury. Medical staff, including obstetric physicians, pediatricians, nurses, technicians and medical assistants, might be responsible for these tragic labor and delivery mistakes that cause life-long injuries. In some circumstances the injuries can be so...
Safety Tips For Sharing New York Roads With Large Trucks, Semis, And Tractor Trailers
It is fairly obvious that there is a size discrepancy that exists between a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck. Given the size differences, there are many ways that we can all do our own part to reduce the number of large truck accidents on the highways, city...
Do You Need To Retain A New York Slip And Fall Attorney?
When you slip and fall due to the negligence of another party, you need to know your legal options and how to secure compensation for your medical bills. This post will break down who a New York slip and fall attorney...
What Is Cerebral Palsy?
According to the CDC, cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move, maintain balance and posture. Cerebral palsy is the most common motor disability in childhood. Cerebral means having to do with the brain. Palsy means weakness or problems with using...
Why Do I Have To Appear For An Independent Medical Examination?
You were involved in a New York personal injury accident and sustained serious personal injuries. As a result of your accident and the resulting injuries, you commenced a lawsuit.
As part of your litigation against the person(s) or entities, their insurance carrier requests an independent medical examination (IME) so...
Common Types New York Truck Accidents And The Trucks Typically Involved Those Accidents
Semi-truck accidents are some of the most dangerous events that can occur on the road in New York State. One could go as far as saying truck accidents are possibly the most dangerous type of motor vehicle accident that can occur. Commercial vehicles like semi-trucks have a propensity for immense size...
The Anatomy Of A Slip & Fall Accident
If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall-type injury, there are some things that you need to know in order to be compensated for the damages you have suffered. Personal injury law is a complicated subject with a simple goal, make those who were negligent pay for the damages they caused...