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Posted by Tristan Larson | Motorcycle Accident
Motorcyclists don’t get much respect on New York’s roads. Not only are they cut off or tailgated by angry motorists, but sometimes drivers won’t even stop after forcing a motorcyclist off the road or even after crashing into them. Instead, these drivers hit the gas and flee the scene. If you were injured in a …
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Tags: glens falls Motorcycle Accident lawyer, Larson & Gallivan LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Motorcycle Accident
Riding a motorcycle after winter in Glens Falls can be extremely dangerous. Upstate New York gets a significant amount of snow, and roads are often slick and icy. Even on sunny days, recent snow or sleet could have left the roads quite dangerous. Whether you are traveling on I-87 or you are on a local …
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Tags: glens falls Motorcycle Accident lawyer, Larson & Gallivan Law, motorcycle accident lawyersPosted by Tristan Larson | Personal Injury
Personal injuries are stressful and time-consuming, usually requiring rehabilitation or extended stays in the hospital. Even if you are thinking about suing for compensation, you might imagine you have plenty of time. Unfortunately, many victims are surprised to learn that New York gives them a deadline for filing a personal injury lawsuit—and the consequences are …
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Tags: Glens Falls Personal Injury Lawyers, Larson & Gallivan Law, Personal Injury LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Car Accident
Getting into a car crash is a scary experience, and many people suffer serious injuries. Some people are understandably confused about what to do in the aftermath. As experiencedGlen Falls car accident lawyers, we highly recommend calling the police at the scene of the accident. An officer can come out and create an accident report …
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Tags: Glen Falls car accident lawyer, Larson & Gallivan LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Personal Injury
A little-known fact is that personal injury victims can decide to fire their lawyer if they choose. Of course, we recommend that anyone who is unhappy with their lawyer think carefully about the reasons why and whether the relationship is salvageable. Switching lawyers isn’t without risk, and you can delay compensation if you change attorneys. …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, personal injury lawyer, vermontlawPosted by Tristan Larson | Car Accident
Distracted driving is one of the most serious threats on Vermont’s roads. Someone who is texting or talking on the phone is unable to drive safely. Other sources of distraction, such as food or drink, also take a hand off the steering wheel and eyes off the road. The risk of an accident goes up …
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Tags: car accident, Larson & Gallivan LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Car Accident
When most people think of car crashes, they usually imagine two cars colliding, probably at an intersection or on the highway. But many accidents involve only one vehicle. Motorists slam into an object or slide off the road, and occupants can suffer serious injuries. At Larson & Gallivan Law, our Vermontcar accident lawyers have tackled …
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Tags: car accident, Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont Car Accident LawyersPosted by Tristan Larson | Truck Accident
Commercial trucks like tractor-trailers haul goods around the country and even into small towns like Glens Falls. These trucks work best when the cargo in the trailer is properly secured. Sadly, unbalanced cargo makes tractor-trailers dangerous to drive, and innocent motorists could suffer horrifying injuries in a jackknife or rollover collision. If you’ve been hurt …
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Tags: Glens Falls Truck Accident Lawyer, Larson & Gallivan LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Personal Injury
Most of our clients have at least one social media account, usually Facebook or Instagram. These sites are convenient ways to keep in touch with friends and family, while also engaging with larger groups of people on topics like sports or politics. According torecent statistics, over 70% of Americans have at least one social media …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Truck Accident
Commercial trucking accidents are far more common than many people realize. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which oversees the commercial trucking industry, reported there were 4,444 fatal crashes involving large trucks in 2020, the most recent year for which the agency has complete data. Four of those fatal accidents occurred in Vermont. But …
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