Frequently Asked Questions

Auto Accidents

• I was hit in the rear while driving my car.  Is it automatically the other driver’s fault?
• IF I AM INJURED AS A DRIVER   IN AN AUTO ACCIDENT AND THE DEF HAS LIMITED INSURANCE BUT MY INJURIES ARE WORTH SUBSTANTIALLY MORE  THAN THE OTHER DRIVERS POLICY LIMITS – WHAT CAN I DO
• I was in an accident and only suffered property damage but did not injure myself.  Can I sue?
• How much is my case worth
• How Much Will An Attorney Cost?
• If I live in the State of New York and am  involved in some type of accident in another state- can I still sue and where is the lawsuit started
• The other driver’s insurance company offered me money. I haven’t even hired an attorney, but I could really use the cash. Should I take it?
• I was involved in a hit and run car accident, and cannot identity the driver who hit me.  Do I still have legal recourse?
• If I am involved in a motor vehicle accident what should I do.
• Who pays for my medical treatment and lost wages if I am injured in an accident.
• What roads are considered the Bronx’s most dangerous roads for pedestrians?
• What roads are considered Nassau County’s most dangerous roads for pedestrians?
• If I am not happy with my attorney can I switch attorneys.
• If I am in an automobile accident  who will pay for the damage on my vehicle.

• What do I have to do to start a lawsuit against the City of New York

• How often should I contact my lawyer, regarding the status of my case.
• Are there circumstances under which I might not be able to pursue a personal injury claim in court.
• Who can sue when a love one dies?
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• What is the minimum liability insurance for automobiles in the State of New York.
• How long do I have to bring a action for personal injuries I suffered in an automobile accident.
• Who pays my medical bills in an automobile accident
• Who is my no-fault carrier?
• If I am a pedestrian who pays my medical bills?
• What happens when the vehicle that caused my accident has no insurance?
• If I use my own policy of insurance for no-fault benefits or for Uninsured Motorist will it raise my rates.
  
• How long do automobile accident lawsuits take to come to a conclusion?
• Where does a lawsuit have to be brought if I am hurt in an automobile accident?

Slip and Fall Accidents

• I GO TO THE MALL FOR HOLIDAY SHOPPING  AND PARK MY CAR IN THE MALLS PARKING LOT AND THEN AFTER SHOPPING GO TO MY CAR AND SLIP AND FALL IN A HOLE IN THE LOT – CAN I SUE
• If I slip/trip and fall on a sidewalk who is liable for my injuries, the city of ny or the owner of  property or both
• If you are involved in a slip and fall accident due to a defective condition and are injured, it is important to try and obtain the following information so a legal action can be brought.
• What is the life expectancy of a resident of New York?
• How prevalent are accidents that result in death in New York City.

• If I am not happy with my attorney can I switch attorneys.

•  How often should I contact my lawyer, regarding the status of my case.
• How long do I have to bring a legal action for injuries I suffered in a slip and fall accident
• Who pays my medical bills if I am hurt as a result of a slip and fall accident.
• Who do I sue if I am hurt as a result of a slip and fall accident?
• How long due slip and fall lawsuits take to come to a conclusion

• Where does a lawsuit have to be brought if I am hurt in an slip and fall accident?

  
  

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General

• I owe thousands of dollars in credit card and/or medical bills.  What can I do?
• I was terminated and I filed a grievance with my union but nothing has been done.  What are my options?
• IF I AM EMPLOYED BY THE CITY OF NY AS A TEACHER AND AM INJURED ON THE JOB CAN I SEEK WORKERS COMP
• IF I LIVE IN AN APT BULIDING  AND AM ASSAULTED INSIDE THE BLDG CAN I SUE THE LANDLORD
• WHAT IS A DEPOSITION-
• WHAT DOES IT MEAN IF  DURING THE PENDENCY OF MY CAS IF MY LAWYER TELLS ME THAT WE CAN GO TO ARBITATION RATHER THAN A TRIAL
• If a family member dies as a result of some type of accident- who can start the lawsuit
• I can’t afford an attorney!
• What rights do I have if i cut myself on a window that I have been asking my landlord to fix.
• Who can i sue if my eye glases brake and I am caused to suffer an injury.
• If i'm trick or treating and enter a person's house and that landlord puts a rope across his driveway with Halloween decorations and I hurt myself, do I have any legal action I can bring against landowner.
• I am being denied government benefits and/or insurance benefits.  What can I do?
• If I sue for personal injuries, how long will it take for my case to be resolved?
• What is the purpose of deposition in a lawsuit?

Mallilo & Grossman, Attorneys at Law
163-09 Northern Blvd
Flushing, NY 11358
Phone: 718-461-6633
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Mallilo & Grossman, Attorneys at Law
1957 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11234
Phone: 718-951-7345
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