New York Bicycle and E-Bike Accident Claims: How Fault, Insurance, and Liability Differ From Car Crashes
Hit while riding a bike or e-scooter in New York? The insurance and fault rules aren’t the same as a car crash. Jay Koo explains No-Fault access, e-bike classes, comparative negligence, and hit-and-run options under NY law.
New York Injury Lawyer Fees Explained: How Contingency Fees Work and What You Actually Take Home
Most New York injury lawyers work on contingency — no fee unless you recover. Here’s how the percentage, case costs, and liens shape your net recovery, and why medical malpractice and workers’ comp fees follow different rules.
How New York Workers’ Comp Settlements Are Valued: The Factors That Move the Number
A New York workers’ comp settlement (Section 32) turns on your average weekly wage, the type and degree of disability, and future medical costs. Attorney Jay Koo breaks down how the number is built — and what to check before you sign.
Can a Hernia or Bursitis Qualify for Workers’ Comp in New York? Proving the Work Connection
Hernias and bursitis can qualify for New York workers’ comp when the work connection is proven. Jay Koo breaks down the “arising out of and in the course of employment” test, occupational disease rules, notice, and deadlines.
What Is Commercial Litigation? New York Business Disputes and How They Actually Play Out
What commercial litigation means, which New York business disputes it covers, where cases are heard, and the deadlines that end them. Attorney Jay Koo breaks it down under real New York law.
Should You Sue Your Doctor? When a New York Medical Malpractice Case Is Actually Worth Bringing
A bad medical outcome isn’t the same as malpractice. Attorney Jay Koo breaks down the four elements a New York malpractice case must meet, why causation sinks most claims, and how to judge whether your case is worth pursuing.
What Actually Determines a New York Medical Malpractice Settlement: The Factors That Move the Number
New York medical malpractice settlements aren’t set by a chart. Attorney Jay Koo breaks down what really drives the number: proof of negligence, the permanence of the injury, and life expectancy.
Crashed on the NY–NJ Border? Which State’s Law Decides Your Injury Claim
A New York–New Jersey border crash splits jurisdiction, choice of law, No-Fault vs. PIP, and the deadline to sue. Jay Koo explains what changes and the deemer-statute trap.
Felt Fine After the Crash, Hurting Days Later? Delayed Injuries and Your NY No-Fault Claim
Neck pain, headaches, or swelling days after a New York car accident? Jay Koo explains delayed-onset injuries, the 30-day No-Fault deadline, and why saying “I’m fine” can sink your claim.
What Not to Say to an Insurance Adjuster After a New York Injury (And Why Settling Without a Lawyer Costs You)
In New York, the adjuster who calls after your accident works for the insurer, not you. Here’s what not to say, which forms you shouldn’t sign, and why a quick settlement can cost you — from attorney Jay Koo.
