As usual, it's time for our weekly ten-minute session with Michael Brook, head of the Bureau of Accident and Traffic Incident Investigation.
Michael: Hello, Alexander. Hello, dear listeners. I wish you all health and hope you avoid any troubles. If you or someone you know has suffered an injury, the simplest way is to have my phone number handy: 718 256 56 10. I will always help you and connect you with a lawyer at any time, day or night. Save my number in your mobile under the name Michael Brook.
Michael: A listener asked if a person loses a finger or suffers severe injuries at work, can they sue their boss under New York State law?
Michael: It depends on where the injury occurred. If it happened on a work site, you can usually sue the site owner or general contractor. They have insurance, and my lawyers often secure large sums, sometimes millions. If the injury was due to defective machinery, you can sue the manufacturer. I have a lawyer specializing in such cases. Example: a man fell and injured his tendons. I provided a lawyer who secured $1.5 million. Call me at 718 256 56 10, and I'll find you a lawyer.
Alexander: Thank you for the detailed response. Let's hear David's question.
David: A city bus hit my car. Can I sue the bus if they have no insurance?
Michael: Your treatment is covered by your car insurance due to New York's "No-Fault" law. You need to sue the city and MTA. I know firms that aren't afraid to sue and win large sums. Recently, my lawyer secured $200,000 for a spinal injury. Contact me at 718 256 56 10.
Alexander: Thank you on behalf of David. We have time for Daria's question.
Daria: I fell and broke my elbow avoiding a scooter. Can I get compensation?
Michael: You can't sue the scooter, but if you tripped over something, it might be a sidewalk defect. I'll provide a lawyer to investigate. Example: a man tripped over wire and broke his arm. The lawyer secured $300,000. Call me at 718 256 56 10.