Author Archives: Finkelstein & Partners

‘Compassionate’ Jury Awards $13.5M for Motorist Injured in 2013 Collision

“I told the insurance company it’s an eight-figure case. Their response was, ‘No Orange County -->

The Most Dangerous Time of Day on the Road

No matter how you take to the streets of New York, some times of day -->

The Dangers of Driving on Wet Leaves

Autumn in New York and New Jersey is exquisite. The changing leaves provide a brilliant -->

Does Texting at a Red Light Count?

Most states have hands-free laws prohibiting drivers from texting behind the wheel and with good -->

Who Takes the Biggest Blame in a New York Construction Site Accident?

Construction sites are often places filled with all sorts of hazards, which is why the -->

When Should I Hire a New York Construction Accident Attorney?

Following a New York construction accident, your life can change forever due to the debilitating -->

What Is the Number One Cause of Death on Construction Sites in New York?

Construction sites are dangerous places. Equipment, materials, and people abound on a work site. Anything -->

What Are the Most Common Injuries in Construction Accidents?

There is no shortage of construction in New York and surrounding areas. For every construction -->

What Happens if a New York Taxicab Accident Injures Me?

Taxicabs are a standard mode of transportation for visitors and residents alike in New York. -->

12 Hidden Discounts on Car Insurance

On average, car insurance in the U.S. costs drivers $1,771 annually, or $148 monthly. Insurers -->

The Most Common Types of New York Construction Accidents

It’s no secret that construction is considered one of the most dangerous industries. Every year, -->

How Much Compensation Can You Get for a Pedestrian Accident in New York?

Whether going for a walk to the store, to visit a neighbor or for some -->

Pact Act Expands VA Disability Benefits

On August 10th, the PACT Act, formally known as The Sergeant FIST Class (FSC) Heath -->

How Do Most New York Bicycle Accidents Happen?

Most people assume that when a bicycle and a vehicle collide, the cyclist darted out -->

How to File a Bus Accident Claim in New York

Bus accident injuries can prove catastrophic. While a bus’s large size can provide some protection -->

What Happens in New York if I Suffer Injuries as a Passenger on a Bus?

Bus accident injuries can be catastrophic. You suffered serious injuries due to someone’s negligence: often -->

Water Park Accidents

In the summer, a water park is a perfect place to enjoy the sun and -->

​Albany Pedestrian Injury Accidents

As the weather gets warmer, people tend to walk outside more. Whether you are walking -->

Albany Road Rage Accidents

Every weekday morning across the Capital Region, residents get into their cars and drive from -->

New NY State Seatbelt Law Requires ALL Passengers in the Rear Seat of a Vehicle to be Buckled in

As of November 1st, 2020 every vehicle occupant, regardless of age, must wear seatbelt or -->

My Experience Building a Personal Injury Law Firm

I didn’t grow up dreaming about becoming a lawyer. My dad was a lawyer, and -->