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Negligence cases involve all types of accidents. Slip & fall, trip & fall, store accidents, accidents at home or a friend's home, or visiting someone. Using a defective product or piece of machinery falls under the 'negligence' heading. Car accidents, dog bites, lead poisoning, landlord not having proper smoke alarms causing damage; also fall within the 'negligence' heading.

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  • Looking for a Physical Therapist in Nassau County? Here is a list of physical therapists on the North Shore of Long Island. This listing is up-to-date as of December 2, 2009. [PDF]   
    Description: Many injured victims need physical therapy and rehabilitation therapy to get better from their injuries. Where do you go? Where do you turn to? Most likely, you'll ask your treating doctor or orthopedist for a recommendation. Many doctors have relationships with physical and rehabilitation specialists. As a public service, I offer this alphabetical list to you.

    By way of disclosure, I have no professional connection to any of the physical therapists listed here, and they did not and have not paid me any money to appear in this listing. If you are searching for a physical therapist online, look carefully to see whether the listing they are in is a paid or sponsored listing that allows them to get placed higher above someone who does not pay a fee to get their listing.
  • Lawsuit Lottery Jackpot!   
    Description: Do you think lawsuits that seek compensation for injuries are frivolous? Do you think injured victims bring lawsuits to try and hit the 'jackpot' and live on easystreet for the rest of their lives? If you do, you're 100% wrong. Read the article to find out why.
  • Bicycle Accidents in New York City [PDF]   
    Description: Ever been doored? I have.
    EVER BEEN CUT OFF BY A CARELESS MOTORIST? I have.
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    Have you ever been thrown off your bike after a car side-swiped you? Did you wind up in the emergency room? Broken bones? Need surgery? Did you have head trauma? Was your bike totally destroyed? Do you know someone who went over their handlebars and walked away without breaking a bone in their body?

    Learn why it is so important to follow the rules of the road when bike riding in NYC. Find out what Gerry Oginski, an experienced New York Accident trial lawyer looks for when evaluating a bike accident. Gerry is an experienced bicycle rider who looks out for fellow riders and helps them when they've been injured as a result of someone else's carelessness.

    Read the article to learn more.
  • Wal-Mart Stampede in New York-Who's At Fault?   
    Description: Find out what happened when an unruly shopping crowd at a Valley Stream, NY Wal-Mart barged through the doors at 5:00 a.m. on Black Friday. The resulting stampede caused a Wal-mart employee to be trampled to death. Read the article to find out who, if anyone is at fault and if so, what are the potential damages that could arise out of such a lawsuit.
  • Negligence in New York - How to Recognize It - NY Personal Injury Lawyer Explains   
    Description: A woman in a car drops her cell phone while driving 50 miles per hour on the highway. Inexplicably, she reaches down to search for the ringing cellphone and takes her eyes off the road. You can guess what happens next.
  • DO NOT READ THIS ARTICLE! NY TRIAL LAWYER EXPLAINS APPLES v. ORANGES   
    Description: In New York, when comparing your injury to another injured victim, make sure all the same injury elements are present. Otherwise, you'll end up talking about apples when you should be talking about oranges. To learn why, read the full article.
  • NY Accidents- Who is watching my kid at the pool?   
    Description: Learn from an experienced accident, negligence and personal injury lawyer practicing in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk who is watching your kid at the pool. Lifeguards are good, but parents are even better. Be safe and always watch your child at the pool. No exceptions. Tragedy strikes most often when children are not watched at the pool.
  • How To Get Compensated For Your Injuries Without Hiring a NY Lawyer   
    Description: Learn whether you really need a lawyer to handle your New York personal injury accident case. Many people feel they don't need a lawyer, and they may be right. Others feel that an experienced lawyer is an absolute necessity to obtain proper compensation for an accident that was caused by someone else. Read this riveting article and decide for yourself.
  • Frivolous Lawsuits- Are They Fair Topics When Picking a Jury?   
    Description: Learn why some attorneys don't like to bring up 'frivolous lawsuits' or 'tort reform' during jury selection in a civil lawsuit in New York. Other attorney strongly suggest that this topic be addressed head on. Learn what Gerry thinks. Gerry Oginski is an experienced medical malpractice and personal injury trial attorney practicing in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, New York, Staten Island, Nassau & Suffolk.
  • Accidents: Slip & Fall on Snow & Ice- Can you get $$ for your injuries?   
    Description: Learn whether you can get money for your slip & fall on snow and ice. Gerry Oginski, a New York Medical Malpractice & Personal Injury Trial Lawyer explains
  • Accidents: 10 Most Important Things You Need To Know If You Slip & Fall in New York   
    Description: Learn 10 Important Things You Need To Know If You Slip & Fall in New York. Gerry Oginski, a New York Medical Malpractice & Personal Injury Trial Lawyer explains.
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    Description: Have you been the victim of securities fraud? Recover losses from your broker due to churning or excessive activity, the sale of unsuitable investments, false statements and omissions, connection with the sale of securities, breach of fiduciary duty, or negligence.

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