MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS: No-Fault Coverage

If one is is involved in a motor vehicle accident and sustains injuries, one of first concerns to address is is how to pay one's medical bills.  In New York, every vehicle is required to carry a policy of insurance. Included in such policy is coverage for medical bills, known as "no-fault" or "pip" (personal injury protection).  Minimum coverage
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MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS

At MSG, we have a special empathy for motorcycle accident victims for one simple reason- we all ride.  And as any rider knows, cars simply do not see you on the road. As a consequence, even the safest rider realizes that a negligent driver could cause an unavoidable accident.  The most typical accident scenario is a driver taking a
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DWI and the Law

Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a crime. In NYS, the penalties include the loss of driving privileges, fines, and a possible jail term. Your judgment, coordination and ability to drive a vehicle change when you consume any amount of alcohol. The level of impairment depends on five conditions: the amount of alcohol you drink the amount of
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Myers & Galiardo LLP

Myers & Galiardo LLP