9 Steps to Follow if You’re in a Car Accident in Buffalo

Being involved in a car accident is a traumatic experience that can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. In Buffalo, a bustling city with heavy traffic, it's essential to know how to handle such situations...
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Supporting Our Clients, Colleagues, and Community

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and the resources available for those who are struggling. Working in the legal field can be stressful and demanding, and it’s important to...
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Richmond Vona, LLC is Local Counsel for Handling National Tik Tok Car-Jacking Scandal

Over the past few months, a concerning trend has emerged on TikTok: videos of people stealing Kia and Hyundai cars using only a screwdriver and a USB cord. The process takes just a few minutes, and the carjackers can zoom...
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Vicarious Liability In Personal Injury Law

To recover financial compensation through a personal injury claim, a plaintiff must prove that another party is liable for their accident. Most often, a personal injury claim is brought directly against the defendant whose negligence (unsafe conduct) caused the accident....
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What Is the Personal Injury Statute of Limitations in New York?

Through a personal injury claim, injured victims can recover financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. If you are preparing to file a personal injury lawsuit, you must do so before the statute of...
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Who Is Responsible for a Rear-End Collision in Buffalo?

Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of car accidents. According to an analysis conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rear-end collisions make up nearly one third of all traffic accidents reported in the United States....
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Will My Personal Injury Claim Go to Trial?

If you were hurt in an accident in Western New York, you may be wondering: Is my personal injury case going to go to court? The answer is “probably not”—while a trial is always a possibility, most personal injury claims...
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Can I Sue a Dentist for Medical Malpractice in New York?

Dentists and dental hygienists owe a duty of care to their patients. If they cause harm by providing substandard professional care, then they can be held liable for the resulting damages through a malpractice claim. Unfortunately, dental malpractice is a...
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What Is the Average Wrongful Death Settlement in New York?

There is nothing more heartbreaking or devastating than losing a loved one in an accident—especially one that should have been prevented. Under New York law (EPT § 5-4.1), the personal representative of the victim can hold the responsible party liable...
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Five Tips for Dealing With Insurance Adjusters After a Serious Motor Vehicle Accident

Motor vehicle accidents occur in every community. According to a report from the New York State Department of Health, 5,305 people in Erie County went to the emergency room for car accident injuries in the most recent year in which data...
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