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Have you recently suffered an unexpected injury and hired a personal injury lawyer, only to find out that they are not the right fit for your needs? This can be frustrating, but know that you have options if it happens...

Key Takeaways If another driver causes a crash and lies about it to avoid liability, you have the right to take legal action against them and their insurance company. At-fault drivers typically lie to avoid severe financial consequences (higher insurance...

The use of social media has become common in our society. Platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and others provide new ways to communicate and stay in touch with family, friends, and the wider world. But being active on social...

The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C. is proud to sponsor Coney Island Film Festival. The mission of the Coney Island Film Festival is to bring people together to celebrate the power of independent film through cinema and the Coney Island experience,...

Are electric scooters legal in NYC? Can you ride an electric scooter on the sidewalk in NYC? Our attorneys will answer these questions and other queries you may have about NYC scooter laws and regulations. An e-scooter accident can change...

Key Takeaways To “yield the right of way” means you must slow down or stop to allow another vehicle, pedestrian, or cyclist to safely proceed through an intersection or roadway ahead of you. New York Right-of-Way Laws: Under NY Vehicle...

Key Takeaways PIP Pays First: In New York, your own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) “no-fault” policy pays your initial medical bills and lost wages quickly, regardless of who caused the crash. The “Serious Injury” Threshold: To sue the at-fault driver...

Key Takeaways The $1,000 Threshold: Under New York law, you must report an accident to the DMV within 10 days (using Form MV-104) if it causes more than $1,000 in property damage. Given the cost of modern auto body repairs,...

Key Takeaways Passing on the right is generally prohibited in New York, but NY VTL § 1123 allows it in three specific scenarios: when the car ahead is turning left, on wide multi-lane roads, and on one-way streets. Even when...

Key Takeaways Because New York is a no-fault state, you can only sue an at-fault driver for pain and suffering if your injuries exceed PIP coverage and meet the state’s serious injury threshold. These “noneconomic damages” compensate you for physical...