In the past decades, technology has skyrocketed. We live in a changing world, and the hazards that will hamper tomorrow’s generations are not necessarily the same as those previous generations have grown up with.To help highlight the importance of safe driving for young people in this fast-paced, techno-driven environment, Rosenberg & Gluck developed the Safe…
Continue ReadingNo-Fault Benefits: NY OBEL Coverage & APIP
Motor vehicle insurance coverage law can vary dramatically from state to state. If you purchase an auto insurance policy in New York, it must provide a mandatory minimum of $50,000 in personal injury protection coverage (PIP) according to New York State law.Most people know about basic motor vehicle coverage to take care of their car…
Continue ReadingNY No-Fault Benefits: Lost Wages
What Is No-Fault Insurance Coverage, And What Does It Cover?According to New York State law, the minimum coverage of an insurance policy that you can carry, and that allows you to register your car and obtain license plates include what is called “No-Fault,” insurance. This type of coverage is also referred to as Personal Injury…
Continue ReadingHow to Protect Your Job after a Personal Injury
After you or a family member suffer an injury or other serious health condition and are unable to work, you may wonder what types of family leave may be available if it becomes necessary to take time off from your employer. Learn more about how to protect your job after a personal injury with Family…
Continue ReadingShould I Take Time Off Work After a Car Accident?
Car accidents can be scary and it’s important to determine whether your injuries will have a long-term impact on your health and ability to work. Here are some answers to questions we often hear from our personal injury clients hurt in a car wreck.Frequently Asked Questions About Taking Time Off After a Wreck How soon…
Continue ReadingHow to Access Traffic Camera Footage: Nassau County
In less time than it takes to read this sentence, you could be involved in a traffic accident. It happens to drivers everyday throughout the state of New York. One thing that’s faster than the eye; however, is the vigilance of traffic cameras. But can you rely on these red light cameras to record the…
Continue ReadingCar Accidents Without Insurance in New York
If you were involved in a car accident without insurance in New York, you have legal options when it comes to recovering your damages. New York operates on a no-fault insurance system. Per the New York State Department of Financial Services, you are required to carry uninsured motorist protection coverage, along with other policies. In a…
Continue ReadingHow to Access Traffic Camera Footage: Suffolk County
What is the Suffolk County Red Light Safety Program?The county has installed cameras at up to fifty red light intersections as part of the Suffolk County Red Light Safety Program. Chances are good that there’s one in a location near where you live or work on Long Island. This red-light safety program, and the laws…
Continue ReadingFirst-party vs. third-party insurance claims in New York
In New York, a first-party insurance claim is one that you file with your own insurance company. A third-party claim is one that you file with another party’s insurance company. You may need to file both types of claims for auto collisions. In other cases, you may file just one or the other.Our firm understands…
Continue ReadingLong Island car accident settlements – examples
Examples of Long Island car accident settlements that our firm has negotiated include: $2.5 million for a teenager who suffered serious injuries in a multi-vehicle collision $1 million for a victim who suffered a crash-related inner-ear injury $900,000 for a collision victim who lost hearing because of her injuries These examples are just some of…
Continue ReadingNew York car accidents involving leased cars
When your leased car is involved in a collision in New York, the process of filing an insurance claim or pursuing damages can seem complicated. Not only does the crash involve the two drivers and their insurance providers, but also the leasing company. You should consider the following in the wake of the crash to…
Continue ReadingHow to Access Traffic Camera Footage on Long Island
You’ve been injured in a car accident on Long Island. If you’re looking to file a personal injury claim, there are some important steps that you can take to help your case. Below are some helpful information and FAQs about traffic camera footage and how it may or may not be helpful to your auto…
Continue ReadingNassau County Dangerous Dog Bite FAQs
How do I report a dog bite in Nassau County? And Other FAQsNearly 400,000 people require medical treatment each year from dog bites. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that about 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year. Of those requiring treatment,…
Continue ReadingRosenberg and Gluck Will Donate $5000 for the Island Harvest Bethpage Turkey Drive
The Island Harvest Food Bank of Long Island is hosting its 12th Annual Bethpage Turkey Drive on Friday, November 20, 2020, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Bethpage branch of the Bethpage Federal Credit Union located at 899 S. Oyster Bay Rd. The drive is part of a larger initiative to make Long…
Continue ReadingNew State Legislation Requires All Motor Vehicle Passengers 16 Years and Older to Wear Seatbelts
On Aug. 11, 2020, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo approved the state’s latest law regarding the use of seatbelts. During the 2019-2020 legislative session, the New York State Senate passed Senate Bill S4336 in an effort to further increase vehicle safety in the state. This piece of legislation requires passengers aged 16 and up to…
Continue ReadingMeet Kailyn McMinn, Rosenberg & Gluck LLP Auto Safety and Technology Scholarship Recipient
Congratulations to Kailyn McMinn, 18, of Madison, Conn., who is the recipient of the 2020 Rosenberg & Gluck L.L.P. Auto Safety and Technology Scholarship. Kailyn is a first-year student at Southern Connecticut State University, where she plans to study special education.Kailyn wrote a detailed, thoroughly researched essay on auto safety and the role technology has…
Continue ReadingHow to Find the Best Accident Lawyer on Long Island
A personal injury accident such as a slip and fall or car accident can happen when you least expect it. It can be impossible to prepare for a serious personal injury but you can take control once the worst has happened. Finding the best accident lawyer on Long Island can help you strengthen your case…
Continue ReadingWhat Are Compensatory Damages?
The plaintiff in a civil lawsuit can generally receive two main types of damages: Compensatory damages seek to make the victim “whole” again after an accident caused by negligence. They are generally the same for any civil lawsuit, depending on the effects of a defendant’s negligence. Punitive damages punish a defendant’s wrongdoing or intentional tort….
Continue ReadingWhat Are Toxic Torts?
Toxic torts are a special element of personal injury law that involves injuries caused by exposure to toxic substances. While some personal injury cases involving things like car accidents are fairly straightforward, toxic tort cases can be some of the most complex civil claims and require skilled representation by a Nassau County personal injury attorney….
Continue ReadingWho Is at Fault in a Rear End Collision?
If a driver rear-ended another driver, the presumption is they are at fault for the collision. However, there are circumstances where they are not automatically at fault for the rear-end collision car accident. It may be that the driver who was rear-ended is at fault. A lawyer can help you determine who is at fault…
Continue ReadingWho Is at Fault in a Parking Lot Accident?
Determining fault for these incidents can be very tricky. In many parking lots, it can be difficult for drivers to tell who has the right of way when there are insufficient traffic flow signs, and this is an important factor in naming the liable party.One of our car accident attorneys on Long Island will thoroughly…
Continue ReadingTypes of Brain Injuries
An estimated 1.5 million Americans suffer some sort of brain injury each year, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). They also report that every day 153 people are dying from injuries that include a traumatic brain injury.Some of the most common causes are car accidents, falls, and firearms. The range of severity depends…
Continue ReadingWhat Is the Glasgow Coma Scale?
The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) is the most common tool used by clinicians to objectively gauge a patient’s level of consciousness following a traumatic brain injury. By use of a scoring system, it is a simple and reliable way to initially assess and keep record of his or her conscious state.How Does the Glasgow Coma…
Continue ReadingSnow Removal Deaths
The blizzard of 2018 has claimed two lives from snow removal on Long Island. According to News 12, both men were in their mid-50s. Although specifics are not clear, Suffolk Executive Steve Bellone wants residents to remain cautious of the weather conditions today after two men died removing snow from their properties.Other deaths have been…
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