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Posted by Tristan Larson | Personal Injury
At Larson & Gallivan Law, we meet with many people who tried in good faith to negotiate their own personal injury settlement. Maybe they got into a minor crash years ago and they handled the insurance claim themselves. They think it’s easy—a few forms to fill out and then, a week later, a check in …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, Personal Injury Law, personal injury lawyerPosted by Tristan Larson | Car Accident
New York requires that motorists buckle up. This law promotes public safety and has helped to reduce the number of car accident fatalities and serious injuries. Nonetheless, seat belts can also cause injuries in a crash. Car accidents are so traumatic that occupants can suffer serious injuries when the seat belt restrains them. At Larson …
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Tags: car accident, Glens Falls car accident lawyer, Larson & Gallivan LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Motorcycle Accident
Motorcyclists suffer many of the same injuries that other accident victims do, such as concussions, back injuries, and burns. However, they also tend to suffer some injuries that are unique to motorcyclists. At Larson & Gallivan Law, ourGlens Falls motorcycle accident lawyers are committed to obtaining meaningful compensation for your injuries. Below, we look briefly …
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Tags: glens falls Motorcycle Accident lawyer, Larson & Gallivan Law, motorcycle accident lawyersPosted by niftyadmin | Car Accident
Rollovers are frightening accidents. One second you are riding normally and the next you could be upside down with your head touching the hood. For those who are not wearing a seatbelt, cervical fractures and head injuries are only too common, while even those wearing seat belts could suffer serious traumatic injuries. Your car is …
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Tags: car accident, Larson & Gallivan LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Personal Injury
Pedestrian accidents have many causes, but disregard for other people’s safety is a major reason. Helpfully, New York’s Vehicle & Traffic Law lays out detailed rules that both pedestrians and motorists must follow. If everyone would simply obey the law, the number of accidents would decline dramatically. At Larson & Gallivan Law, we pride ourselves …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, pedestrian accident lawyer, Personal Injury LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Truck Accident
Hauling long distances is a lonely profession, so it is not surprising that many truckers turn to drugs or alcohol to help them get through the day. Unfortunately, too many truckers end up impaired as a result, and they cause collisions. Larson & Gallivan Law understands the trucking industry quite well. We know that long …
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Tags: Glens Falls Truck Accident Lawyer, Larson & Gallivan Law, truck accidentPosted by Erin Gallivan | Workers Comp Benefits, Workers Comp Laws
Were you or a loved one hurt while on the job in Vermont? You are far from alone. While every employee in our state deserves safe, fair working conditions, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that nearly 7,000 Vermonters are injured on the job each year. When a workplace injury or workplace illness forces …
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Tags: howtogetworkerscomp, Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont workers compensation attorney, vermontworkerscompPosted by Larson Gallivan | Motorcycle Accident
It is no secret that it can be a lot easier for motorcyclists to navigate by—or in between—stopped or slow-moving traffic. It is a practice known as motorcycle lane-splitting. While it is permitted in some jurisdictions, motorcycle lane-splitting is not allowed in New York. What happens if a lane-splitting motorcycle is involved in a crash? …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, motorcycle accident lawyersPosted by Tristan Larson | Truck Accident
The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that large commercial truck accidents contribute to approximately 100,000 injuries and 6,000 fatalities on American roadways each year. The immense size of large trucks makes them inherently dangerous. Following an accident with a semi-truck, it is imperative that victims and their families have access to all of the information …
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Tags: 18-wheeler, Glens Falls Truck Accident Lawyer, Larson & Gallivan Law, truck accidentPosted by Tristan Larson | Car Accident
Involved in a rear-end collision in Glens Falls? It is the most common type of multi-vehicle accident reported in Warren County. Even the most safe and attentive of drivers could end up in a rear-end crash. It is crucial that you know how to protect your legal rights and your financial interests. In this article, …
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