New Lawyers
- March 21
- Blog
New lawyers are an inspiring bunch, most go to law school to do good, and help others, whether it be environmental issues, family matters and more. Christine Vogel was asked to represent the Woman Lawyers of Western New York (WLWNY) in talking to newly admitted attorneys in the program "... CONTINUE READING
GM being criminally investigated
- March 12
- Blog
Bloomberg news reports the US attorney's office in the southern district of New York is investigating possible criminal charges against GM. As a product liability lawyer, I would be surprised if there is a criminal conviction. Very often when a corporation is caught covering up matter that lead to death of consumers a fine is paid with no admission of liability and no individual being held ac... CONTINUE READING
Merck agrees to settle NuvaRing cases for $100 million
- February 10
- Blog
The drug company Merck will pay $100 million to resolve lawsuits of women involving the NuvaRing contraceptive. NuvaRing may well put woman at a greater risk of blood clots, and stroke than other birth control methods. As an attorney who handles defective and dangerous product cases,the evidence in these cases looked very solid. Merck has added ne... CONTINUE READING
New Trucking Safety Rule Should Protect Users Of The Roads
- January 23
- Blog
Today, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released a final rule allowing the agency to suspend or revoke the operating authority of for-hire motor carriers. Here is the rule: https://www.fed... CONTINUE READING
Small cars score poorly in crash tests
- January 22
- Blog
Crash tests performed by the Insurance Institute Highway Safety (IIHS) on small cars reveals many small cars do not fare well. The IIHS has given the following cars a rating of "poor": Nissan Versa; Toyota Prius c; Hyundai Accent; Mitsubishi Mirage; Chrysler Fiat 500; and the Honda Fit. The IIHS conducted tests where compact cars were brought to a speed of 40 mph and made to crash in... CONTINUE READING
Thank You Christine Vogel for Pro Bono Work
- January 17
- Blog
Christine Vogel is quite busy as a trial attorney. A fierce advocate for injured clients, she is comfortable battling insurance companies and insurance doctors who routinely contradict treating doctors, general practitioners, orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, radiologist, etc. From jury selection through taking a verdict . She will go toe to toe against insurance companies, their lawyers an... CONTINUE READING
What To Do After a New York Truck Accident
- January 14
- Accidents
- Blog
- Truck Accidents
Contact the police and get medical care. If you didn’t call the police at the scene of a New York accident call the local police department or the New York State Troopers to report the truck accident. Call your doctor or seek medical care. Significant injuries often appear minor early on but get worse over time. You should report any minor pain or aching, tigh... CONTINUE READING
Travel Safety January 7, 2014
- January 8
- Blog
The New York State Thruway between Buffalo, in Erie County and Ripley in Chautauqua County, near the Pennsylvania state border remains closed this morning. As a truck accident attorney I am happy about this because the closing was a very good safety measure. Big rigs, particularly empty ones can be difficult to operate in poor conditions and the trailers can be blown over if empty in the windy con... CONTINUE READING
We Have a Fresh Supply of Winter Gloves for Those in Need
- January 3
- Blog
It's cold outside! If you or someone you know is in need of gloves, stop by or call our office. Our annual winter glove giveaway is in full swing and we have a new supply in. As a personal injury lawyer, we see people who are scraping to get by after a car crash, truck accident, or other loss. Often, I don't know how they can manage to keep their homes together with little or no money co... CONTINUE READING
Manage Space
- December 20
- Blog
Manage space. As a car or truck driver it is the most important thing you can do to prevent a crash. As a truck accident attorney, who also handles many car crashes. I... CONTINUE READING
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