New York Personal Injury Attorney Blog

Patients count on medical professionals to accurately diagnose and treat their ailments. However, what happens when that diagnosis is missed or delayed? Can you hold a doctor accountable for failing to diagnose your condition? As a personal injury law firm serving the people of New York City, we understand the complexities surrounding medical malpractice cases,…

General maritime law is a challenging area to navigate. Unlike state and federal law, this area of law applies explicitly only when individuals face injury at sea. Below, the experienced attorneys at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo explain some of the intricacies of maritime law, exploring where it works, the history, and why…

Whether you’ve heard of it in a court case or a TV drama, the reasonable person standard is a benchmark in law. It plays a crucial role in determining liability and negligence in various legal scenarios, but what exactly does it mean? Below, the experienced legal professionals at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo…

Ridesharing services like Lyft and Uber have become integral parts of our daily lives, offering convenience and accessibility to anyone who needs to get from Point A to Point B. However, instances of sexual harassment or assault during these rides can shatter the sense of safety that users expect. If you or someone you know…

We trust our firefighters to protect and serve the public. Yet, every year in the United States, firefighters experience medical conditions directly related to their time in the line of duty. When this happens, there are legal options that firefighters can take.  Below, the experienced attorneys at SPBMCC explain the correlation between firefighters and cancer…

On July 25, 2023, SPBMCC Member Robert G. Sullivan and Associate Michael P. Napolitano successfully recovered $3.1 million for a pedestrian struck in a hit-and-run crash by a municipal vehicle. Pedestrian Suffers Serious Injuries Following Hit-and-Run Crash Our client was walking home one night in his community from visiting a relative when he was hit…

On May 17, 2023, SPBMCC Members David J. Dean, Esq. and John F. Nash secured a $1.25 million settlement for a man who tripped and fell while jogging on a public roadway. An Evening Run Leads to Fall Before the Storm During the late evening of Oct. 25, 2012, days before Hurricane Sandy wreaked havoc…

With recent headlines, it might seem like forklift accidents are occurring more often. According to the latest information from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA), around 40 individuals lost their lives, and numerous others sustained injuries during the initial six months of 2023.  While this is on track…

On Nov. 15, 2023, SPBMCC Attorney Beth Jablon successfully recovered $500,000 for a man who sustained multiple facial fractures in a motor vehicle crash.  19-Year-Old Man Suffers Serious Injuries Following Crash In September 2020, the plaintiff was the front-seat passenger in a one-car collision. The defendant driver drove off the road into a tree, claiming…

Workplace injuries can disrupt your life in an instant, leaving you grappling with physical pain, emotional distress, and financial burdens. While workers’ compensation may provide some relief, it is often not enough to make one financially whole following an injury. Below, the experienced NYC personal injury attorneys at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo…