According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 297 crane-accident related fatalities from 2011-2017 in the US.
While construction workers can be severely injured or killed in these types of accidents, if you or a loved one have been injured in a crane accident, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death or personal injury claim against the negligent party. https://hubs.li/H0xlF240
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Construction Site Crane Accident Liability - Dearie Law Firm
While you may know that VCF claims can be submitted until October 1, 2090, you must also be aware of your registration deadline, which varies for each applicant. Other important deadlines include:
- filing an appeal
- filing amendments in a deceased claim, and
- deadlines for submitting missing information
We discuss each of these and more, to help you ensure your claim is approved. https://hubs.li/H0xcpn30
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Important VCF Deadlines to Know - Dearie Law Firm
When the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund calculates compensation for responders and survivors who have eligible conditions, it considers the non-economic damages and economic damages and subtracts any collateral offsets.
These collateral payments may include Social Security Disability and Workers’ Compensation, and other types of payments from federal or local governments.
We discuss how these types of compensation may affect your VCF award. https://hubs.ly/H0w-bWT0
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When Do I Need to Notify the VCF of Collateral Payments I Receive? - Dearie Law Firm
Having a pre-existing condition does not bar you from receiving the compensation you deserve for damages you suffered as a result of someone else’s negligence.
In many situations, it can make your case even more complex, which is why it is important to have an experienced personal injury attorney on your side. https://hubs.li/H0wQPwx0
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Will a Pre-Existing Condition Affect My Personal Injury Claim? - Dearie Law Firm
How is compensation calculated for the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund?
The monetary compensation awarded by the VCF considers both the economic loss and non-economic loss suffered by those eligible individuals who were present at one of the 9/11 attack sites.
Although these two types of losses are calculated separately, there can be complex nuances that are critical to understand when filing your claim. We discuss in our latest blog post. https://hubs.li/H0wxvmR0
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How are Economic Loss and Non-Economic Loss Determined for VCF Awards? - Dearie Law Firm
Even if a car owner wasn’t driving, they may still be held liable for a car accident involving their vehicle — a title owner can be responsible for entrusting their car to someone who drove it recklessly or carelessly.
If you have suffered an injury in a New York car accident and the owner was not driving, here’s what you need to know. https://hubs.li/H0wpnhT0
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Who's Liable for a Car Accident if the Owner Wasn't the Driver? - Dearie Law Firm
Just as winter weather comes with certain risks, there are some common springtime accidents that may also lead to injury. Here are five types of accidents that can regularly occur in the spring — and who might be liable for any injuries that arise as a result.
If you suffered injuries in an accident that occurred due to the negligence of another, you may be entitled to compensation for your economic and non-economic damages. https://hubs.ly/H0J-VNZ0
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5 Common Springtime Accidents Leading to Injury - Dearie Law Firm
Skin cancer is among the top 15 cancer conditions certified by the WTC Health Program in 9/11 responders and survivors. These brave individuals are eligible for compensation for economic and non-economic damages through the Victim Compensation Fund. Since the process can be complex and confusing, it is important to reach out to an experienced VCF attorney today. https://hubs.li/H0JRHDg0
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Skin Cancer in 9/11 Responders and Survivors - 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
Affecting more than 26,000 responders, chronic rhinosinusitis — commonly known as chronic sinusitis is the most common health condition certified by the World Trade Center Health Program.
If you are a 9/11 responder who suffers from chronic sinusitis due to working in the New York City Exposure Zone in the weeks and months after the terrorist attacks, you may be entitled to compensation through the Victim Compensation Fund. Here’s what you need to know before filing a claim. https://hubs.li/H0JBSCh0
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Chronic Sinusitis in 9/11 Responders - 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
On March 4, 2021, the New York State Assembly announced that it began passing a series of bills to improve health and safety measures in nursing homes throughout the state. The legislation follows the recent exposure concerning how the pandemic was handled in New York’s nursing homes.
When you place your loved one in a nursing home, you should be able to rest assured that they are safe from harm and receiving quality care. If you believe they have suffered from abuse, neglect, or mistreatment at a nursing home, it’s critical to contact a nursing home negligence attorney who can advise you concerning the best course of action. https://hubs.li/H0JsnK20
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New York State Assembly Passes Legislation Aimed at Nursing Home Reform - Dearie Law Firm
In the aftermath of 9/11, FDNY EMS workers provided critical emergency medical assistance to injured victims, which unfortunately exposed them to the toxic dust cloud that covered lower Manhattan. As a result, many of these workers have since developed chronic health conditions such as bronchitis, emphysema, and even cancer.
If you are an eligible FDNY EMS responder, you may be entitled to receive a monetary award from the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. https://hubs.li/H0J545J0
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9/11 Health Conditions in EMS Workers - 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
According to data collected by the New York City Department of Health, there were 6,028 emergency room visits and 315 hospitalizations on average each year for dog bites between 2007 and 2014, with children ages 5-12 at the highest risk.
If a dangerous dog has attacked you, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, time lost from work, and property damage — and in some cases, your pain and suffering. https://hubs.ly/H0HNKjP0 #dogbites #personalinjury #bewareofdog
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Pain and Suffering Compensation for Dog Bite Injuries in New York - Dearie Law Firm
