On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | May 13, 2020 | Firm News
Thousands of people put their trust in the staff at nursing homes to care for their loved ones. Although the home is a professional establishment, there are still times in which elders can experience any of the multiple forms of elder abuse. While it may seem like...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Feb 24, 2020 | Dog Bites, Firm News
Dogs can be man’s best friend, but they also can be dangerous. While you may feel comfortable getting face-to-face with your own pet, when you meet other people’s dogs, you should be careful of their comfort level and temperament. In the U.S., there are approximately...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Dec 19, 2019 | Firm News
Parking lots in Staten Island are hazardous areas year-round, but they can be like minefields during the winter. If a parking lot accident spoiled your winter holiday, you might have questions about whom to hold responsible and your rights to recover damages. The...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Nov 17, 2019 | Firm News
You might be one of many New York residents who are getting excited about the upcoming 2019 holiday season. Have you already started planning your Thanksgiving menu? From the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade to many other festive events throughout the state,...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Oct 19, 2019 | Firm News
Your day starts out as any other ordinary day. You make your way to the office, hoping for a smooth commute and workday. Unfortunately, your commute ends up being anything but smooth when a car suddenly strikes your vehicle and causes you injuries. And your workday?...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Sep 19, 2019 | Firm News
Motorcycle enthusiasts often talk about how good it feels to ride their bikes. They talk about freedom, feeling the elements around them and the love of the open road. As the year draws to a close, fewer of them will be on the roadways, which makes now a good time to...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Aug 19, 2019 | Firm News
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On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Aug 16, 2019 | Firm News
Another driver has just struck your motor vehicle, and suddenly, you feel as though you are living in a nightmare. You feel pain in your body, and on top of that, you are distraught over the damage that the other driver has caused you. You are also wondering what to...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Jul 20, 2019 | Firm News
Traveling by motor vehicle or as a pedestrian in New York can be stressful. You might be one of many daily commuters who have to fight city traffic and try to get to work on time despite bumper-to-bumper congestion. Maybe you’re among the few who live close...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Jun 22, 2019 | Firm News
You make your way down a crosswalk to reach the other side of the street. From the corner of your eye, you see a car head in your direction. When you look up, the car is right next to you, and in a split second, you are on the ground. Unfortunately, pedestrian...
