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Understanding Insurance Coverage for Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Claims If you’ve experienced employment discrimination or sexual harassment in the workplace in New York, you might wonder who is financially responsible when a legal claim is filed. The answer is often more complex than it seems—and it might not...

If you’ve been in a car accident in New York, the most important thing you can do is contact a qualified personal injury attorney as soon as possible. However, there are a few key steps you can take right away that can make your attorney’s job easier—and improve your chances of a...

If you have a parent or family member living in a nursing home in New York and you notice signs of abuse or neglect, it’s critical to act quickly to protect them. Elder abuse in nursing homes is sadly more common than most people realize—and it can take many forms, including physical,...

If you’ve been injured in an accident or believe you were fired for illegal reasons, you might be considering a legal claim. Whether it's a personal injury or wrongful termination case in New York, how you handle yourself in the early stages can significantly impact your outcome. Before speaking...

If you've been injured in a car accident in Saratoga Springs, New York, one of your first questions is likely: "Who is going to pay my medical bills?" This is one of the most common concerns we hear from clients, especially when ambulance rides, emergency room visits, orthopedic treatment, and ongoing therapy...

One of the most common questions we get from clients is: “How much is my accident or injury case worth?” It’s an important question—but one that doesn’t come with a quick answer. At our firm, we believe in giving honest, informed advice, which means we only provide a case...

How Much Is a Personal Injury Claim Worth in New York? If you've been injured in an accident in New York, one of the first questions you might have is: How much is my personal injury claim worth? At D’Orazio Peterson, we often hear this question, and the...

How to Choose the Right Lawyer in New York: Questions to Ask During Your First Meeting In this third and final part, we’re focusing on one of the most important steps in the process: what to ask during your initial consultation with a potential attorney.

In our previous segment, we discussed how to begin your search for the right attorney—looking at online reviews, doing your research, and narrowing down your options. Now, let's talk about what happens once you're ready to speak with a lawyer, whether over the phone or, ideally, in person.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in an accident or harmed due to medical negligence in New York, selecting the right attorney can feel overwhelming. You're likely searching for answers online—trying to figure out whether you need a lawyer, how to find one, and what to expect during...

One of the most common questions we get at our New York personal injury law firm is:
“How long will it take to resolve my case after an accident—and how involved do I have to be?” Most of our clients are busy professionals, parents, business owners, and individuals with full...

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in New York, you may be wondering what happens next. How long will it take to resolve your case? Will there be a trial, like on TV, or is everything handled quietly behind the scenes? The truth...