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What is Personal Injury Protection or No Fault Insurance?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 30, 2016

There are several forms of auto insurance drivers in New York need to have in order to own a car, including what’s known as no-fault benefits or Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance. This type ...

What Are the Limits on your Auto Liability Insurance Policy?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 28, 2016

Every driver in New York State is required by law to purchase and maintain a certain level of auto liability insurance coverage, otherwise the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) can and will suspend ...

General Motors Recalls Over 4 Million Vehicles

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 22, 2016

General Motors Co. announced this morning that they were recalling almost 4.3 million vehicles across the globe due to defective airbags and seatbelts. 3.6 million of the vehicles affected by the ...

A Fun Weekend at The New York City District Council of Carpenters Picnic

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 19, 2016

Members of The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. spent this past weekend enjoying the sunny weather at The New York City District Council of Carpenters picnic held at Cunningham Park in Queens. We had our tents ...

Differences Between a Personal Injury and Worker's Compensation Case

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 16, 2016

Personal injury and worker’s compensation cases can appear similar on the surface, seeing as someone or ones are injured and need financial assistance paying for their medical bills. However, the key ...

Nissan Recalls 134,000 Vehicles Over Risk of Fire

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 13, 2016

Nissan announced that they were recalling approximately 134,000 vehicles after it was discovered that the brake fluid in certain vehicles could leak out and cause the vehicle to catch fire. According ...

The Perecman Firm Congratulates Scholarship Winner Jacob Gage

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 7, 2016

The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. is proud to announce that Jamestown Community College student Jacob Gage is one of 2016’s two Avonte Oquendo Memorial Scholarship for Autism winners. Gage was one of two ...

The Deadly and Dangerous Choice to Drive Under the Influence

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 6, 2016

Drinking may be legal in the United States for people 21 and older, but driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or any other drug is not. Even though it is an undoubtedly dangerous and ...

Taking Time to Celebrate the Workers in Our Community

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Sep 2, 2016

The United States has honored its workers on Labor Day since the late 1800’s, and it’s a special time where we can sit down, relax and thank all of the people who work tirelessly for our collective ...

How Dangerous is an Overloaded or Improperly Loaded Truck?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 26, 2016

It seems like we see massive 18 wheelers every time we get behind the wheel of our comparatively puny cars. These trucks are a necessary part of transporting goods all across the country, and have ...

Lavern’s Law Stopped in the NY Senate for a Second Time

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 19, 2016

Lavern’s Law, a bill intended to give victims of medical malpractice a better chance to file a claim to secure compensation for medical expenses and other damages, failed to pass the New York Senate ...

Avonte Oquendo Memorial Scholarship Results

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 17, 2016

We received an overwhelming amount of fantastic applications for this year’s Avonte Oquendo Memorial Scholarship . With so many talented students to choose from, and to celebrate Avonte and Kevin’s ...

David Perecman Named to the 2017 List of 'The Best Lawyers in America'

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 17, 2016

David Perecman, the founding attorney of The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., was voted to the 2017 list of The Best Lawyers in America © . He has received this honor every year since 2008. The list is ...

A New Study Shows the Danger of Left-Hand Turns

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 5, 2016

As part of New York City’s continuing Vision Zero initiative to help mitigate, and hopefully eliminate serious injuries and deaths caused by traffic collisions , the New York City Department of ...

Avoiding Heat Illness in the Summer Sun

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Aug 2, 2016

The summer may bring long days and beautiful sunshine, but can also lead to serious health issues if you don’t properly take care of your body. Construction workers are especially susceptible, what ...

Advocates Push to Rename Car Accidents "Crashes"

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 29, 2016

An increasing number of federal officials, safety advocates, grass-roots campaigns, and local and state leaders from around the country are pushing forward with their campaign dedicated to changing ...

Avonte Oquendo Memorial Scholarship Deadline Approaching

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 26, 2016

Don’t miss out on your chance to apply! The deadline to submit applications for the Fall 2016 Avonte Oquendo Memorial Scholarship for Autism is this Sunday, July 31. The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. is ...

Financial Options after a Settlement: Structured Settlements

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 22, 2016

Many personal injury lawsuits end before ever reaching the courtroom because all parties involved are able to come to an agreement. These settlements can either come in a one-time lump sum of money, ...

Kevin and Avonte's Law Unanimously Approved by U.S. Senate

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 19, 2016

The U.S. Senate unanimously passed Kevin and Avonte’s Law on July 14, 2016, a bipartisan bill intended to protect people with autism and other conditions. Kevin and Avonte’s Law was introduced in ...

New York Truck Accident Statistics

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 15, 2016

We rely on trucks and truck drivers to transport good across the country, but truck accidents are responsible for many of the most damaging collisions on the road given the size of the vehicle or ...

Electrocution Hazards on Construction Sites

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 12, 2016

Electricity may power our modern society, but it needs to be handled carefully in order to avoid injury. According to The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration ...

The Perecman Firm Attends Local 1010 and Local 66 Outings

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 11, 2016

Members of the Perecman Firm attended two Union events this past weekend, and we even managed to get a few photos of them enjoying themselves! On Saturday, the Firm sponsored the annual Local 1010 ...

New York City Crane Accident Recommendations

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 8, 2016

The New York City Technical Working Group has announced 23 new safety recommendations for operating cranes within the city. The Crane Safety Technical Group was created after the crane collapse in ...

How Will My Personal Injury Settlement Be Taxed?

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 6, 2016

When you’re injured due to someone else’s negligence, one of the most important things for you is to get the compensation you deserve in order to afford the costs of your medical treatment, as well as ...

Common Questions Regarding Workers' Compensation

Posted by The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.| Jul 1, 2016

There are several factors to consider when it comes to workers’ compensation benefits, which can make this a confusing time for anyone who has been injured. It can be a complex process, requiring help ...