When hurt due to the negligence of another person, victims have the right to pursue compensation for any losses they can document. That falls into two categories in most situations: economic and non-economic damages. In a personal injury case, as the victim, it is your job to demonstrate your losses to build a strong claim
Being struck by a car, truck, or bus changes a person’s life. While the healing and recovery process can be long and challenging, the legal process of recovering compensation for your losses can be even more frustrating. How long does it take to settle a pedestrian accident claim? The answer is it depends. It could
When you are in an accident, the burden of proof falls on you, the victim. That means that it is up to you to find the evidence necessary to demonstrate both fault and losses. Doing so will help you to have a successful accident claim. Because these situations can be complex, especially if there are
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become commonplace among Buffalo residents and visitors. These companies offer a quick and convenient way to get rides to and from events where you may be drinking or have bad parking situations. However, when you have an accident that involves a driver for one of these services, the
A lawyer can be a tremendous asset to any injury victim. This is especially true when trying to recover from injuries and keep your life moving while attempting to navigate your injury claim. However, when people think of lawyers, they often think of the price tag. At Towey Law PLLC, our Buffalo personal injury lawyer
Pedestrian accidents can be devastating, leaving you with piles of medical bills and possibly out of work. In times like this, you may be trying to figure out how to pay your bills and keep your life functioning. In most cases of car accidents, mandated car insurance provides some degree of coverage for the injured
Property owners must maintain their structures to meet the city’s building codes. These codes are meant to protect and increase safety for those using the space. Yet, violations are not uncommon. For occupants and owners, it is crucial to know what common building code violations occur in Buffalo, New York, and what can be done
Falls happen very often throughout New York. Most of the time, a slip and fall accident will result in minor injuries and medical bills. Other times, the losses can be serious and create financial frustration for victims. There is no simple answer to the value of your slip and fall accident, as it depends greatly
After suffering catastrophic injuries in a slip and fall accident, the at-fault party should be expected to compensate you for the full value of your damages. You should be compensated for every loss in your Buffalo slip and fall claim, including your emotional distress, pain, and suffering. The amount you can get for pain and
Determining liability in Buffalo truck accident cases is crucial. We must identify the liable party if we are going to file a claim with the insurance company and pursue a truck accident lawsuit. We are going to need to conduct a detailed investigation into the cause of your truck accident and collect powerful supporting evidence
