And as usual, it's time for the weekly ten-minute chat with Michael Brook, head of the Bureau of Accident and Road Incident Investigation.
Michael: Hello.
Alexander: Hello, esteemed radio listeners. I wish you all good health and hope you avoid any misfortunes. Remember, if you or anyone you know gets injured, it is always best to call me anytime, day or night, at 718-256-5610. The sooner you call, the better our chance of gathering the necessary evidence, which can impact the amount you receive later. Once again, my phone number is 718-256-5610. Save it in your mobile phone and always carry it with you.
Michael: As always, let's start with a somewhat distant question. A listener asked about leaving her dentist's clinic; she mentioned there were brick steps leading down from the porch. She tripped, fell, and broke her shoulder and forearm. Her question is whether this could be explained by the anesthetic injection given to her, causing her dizziness, and thus no one being at fault, or whether she could claim any money in such a situation. What's your opinion?
Michael: Any defense company will always find excuses; there is no doubt about that. The attorney's task is to prove something was wrong with the steps when a person falls. Sometimes the issue isn't with the steps; it might be the railing or the construction itself was done incorrectly, violating rules, such as railings being too low or missing where they should be. Steps could be too short or too long, among various other violations found by the attorney. It is crucial to prove at least some percentage of fault. If documented, you can claim money from the insurance company, which is what our attorneys usually do. It's rare for a person to fall without reason, like feeling dizzy or becoming unwell. Such occurrences are rare. Usually, it is a factor that a defect was overlooked. For example, someone approached me after falling outside a dentist's office and breaking his right hand and injuring his knee. The steps did not belong to the dentist's office but to the building owner. My attorney sued the building's owner, as the steps were improperly constructed and the railings were not the correct height. These violations played a crucial role. The insurance company admitted 30% liability, sufficient to secure $150,000 for the injured man. If such an unfortunate event occurs, call me immediately at 718-256-5610. Always carry that number with you on your mobile phone.
Michael: If you cannot reach me, you can find me online at michaelbrooke.com. It's helpful to save this icon on your smartphone for easy access. Thank you to our listener Irina and others who might be interested. Now, moving on to Irina's request.
Irina: Please, Michael, good day. My husband fell while leaving a Costco and is currently in the hospital. They have said he has serious bruises; nothing is broken, but the injuries are severe, keeping him hospitalized for at least two to three more days. Can your attorney visit him in the hospital and start the case? Thank you very much.
Michael: In this case, my attorney will, of course, visit your husband in the hospital if necessary, gather all necessary testimonies, obtain permission from him to start the case, and begin work. Sometimes, a visit isn't even needed; a mobile phone might suffice. My attorney can send a link, and your husband can electronically sign a contract to initiate proceedings. After that, the attorney will discuss everything by phone and start working on the case. Everything is resolved based on your desires and health condition.
I recall another listener falling in a store and being hospitalized for a week. After approval from the judge, my attorney obtained video recordings that could have otherwise been erased or not provided in time. Thanks to the video evidence, they proved the store management's liability, and my attorney secured $250,000 from the store's insurance. Again, my phone number is 718-256-5610. Call anytime, day or night, on any day of the week. I will quickly connect you with an attorney.
Nikita: Here's my question. Someone hit my car parked near a private house. The camera captured the incident, but the driver didn't stop or wait for the police. I went to the hospital. Can your attorney get the video footage and find the person's details?
Michael: As in the previous query, to obtain video recordings, you need to give the attorney authorization to represent you. They can officially request all available video recordings. Sometimes these recordings reveal numbers, and sometimes they don't. However, even if the car isn't found, New York state provides special insurance coverage. It depends on whether you or your family have your car. If you do, there's special coverage called underinsured motorists. If you have no car or family coverage, a municipal organization called MVAIC covers such situations. Rest assured, my attorney will seek to recover damages, try to find the guilty party, and will generally succeed. There's a case where a man was hit near a medical building, and because we acted quickly to obtain video evidence, we identified the culprit and proved liability. The insurance coverage was substantial, allowing us to recover significant compensation quickly.
My phone number remains 718-256-5610. Record it, always keep it handy, and reach out in case of accidents, injuries, or fractures. In me, you'll find a dedicated ally ready to connect you with an attorney committed to ensuring you receive maximum compensation.