A slip and fall lawsuit in New York involves navigating specific criteria to prove negligence on the part of a property owner or manager. If you’ve suffered a slip and fall injury on someone else’s property, consulting with an Albany premises liability attorney is crucial to determine if your personal injury occurred
Compensatory and punitive damages are two categories of compensation plaintiffs can be awarded in a personal injury claim. But what is the difference between compensatory vs punitive damages in such cases? Compensatory and punitive damages serve distinctly different purposes. Compensatory damages, or actual damages, aim to reimburse the victim of
The chain of causation is an essential legal concept that Bailey, Johnson, & Peck, P.C. rigorously applies to establish liability in personal injury cases involving negligence. This legal causation chain involves delineating a clear, unbroken sequence of events—a causal relationship—between the defendant’s actions (cause in fact) and the actual injury
While many drivers know how dangerous distracted driving, especially texting and driving, can be, they may still check their cell phones while behind the wheel. According to many driving statistics, cell phone use on the road is a major cause of accidents. Even looking at a text message while at
How many hours can truck drivers drive daily? The Albany semi-truck accident attorneys at Bailey, Johnson & Peck break down everything you need about safety and hours of service (HOS) regulations. If you or a loved one has suffered catastrophic injuries or experienced wrongful death due to a fatigued truck driver, don’t hesitate to
Can you sue someone for a ski accident? Our Albany ski accident attorneys also shed light on key aspects like common causes of ski and snowboarding accidents, common ski injuries, and what to do if this happens on the slopes. If you or a loved one has been injured in
What is Informed Consent? In medical ethics, one principle stands above the rest regarding patient protection and accountability: informed consent. At Bailey, Johnson, & Peck, we recognize the critical role that informed consent plays during a patient’s medical care. Informed consent is a fundamental agreement between a patient and their healthcare
When tragedy strikes, and a family member’s passing is the result of another’s negligence or misconduct, proving wrongful death becomes a critical step toward justice. For the Albany wrongful death attorneys at Bailey, Johnson, & Peck, this is more than a legal challenge; it’s a mission to restore a sense of balance
Legal disputes can be lengthy, costly, and emotionally draining. In such cases, a mediation session with experienced lawyers can offer a path to resolution that can save time, reduce costs, and provide more control over the outcome to the parties involved. If you’re enduring civil litigation, you may benefit from
Many of us come into contact with dogs on a regular basis, whether at home, at the park, or while walking through the neighborhood. But can these seemingly lovable animals give you rabies? Below, we’ll delve into the main causes of rabies in humans, as well as what to do
Doctors are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions. Still, many health conditions have similar symptoms to other health conditions, making it hard for some patients to receive a correct final diagnosis. That’s why so many medical professionals compile a differential diagnosis to help move the
Accidents are, unfortunately, a part of life that we all have to live with. Sometimes, those accidents are minor and don’t result in injuries. However, when accidents do cause harm, it’s common to want to recover compensation from the responsible party, especially if you suspect negligence. In some cases, accidents
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