MCV Law News and Insights

  • How Do I Prove My Car Accident Was Caused by Another Driver?

    If you’ve been in a car accident and suffered serious injuries in New York State, you may be able to pursue a claim against the other driver. But how do you prove your car accident was caused by the other driver? You will need to demonstrate that the other person acted negligently which caused the accident and your resulting injuries. The facts and circumstances are different for every accident. However, some commonly used evidence to prove fault in a serious injury accident includes: The Po

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    How to File a Workers' Compensation Claim in New York State

    If you are injured or become ill as a result of your job, you may be entitled to Workers’ Compensation benefits. To file a claim, the first steps are to seek medical care and notify your employer that an injury or illness occurred. This must be done within 30 days or your claim may be rejected. If your injury or illness is an emergency, you should seek medical care immediately. A notification of the injury or illness to your employer should be made in writing, and you should keep a copy of any a

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  • What to do When You’ve Been Appointed as an Executor of an Estate

    Being appointed as an Administrator or an Executor of a loved one’s Estate can be described as a daunting task at best. Having the legal assistance of a firm with experience in this unique area of the law can be a practical and affordable option that saves you a considerable amount of time, confusion, and stress moving forward. MCV Law can provide step-by-step guidance and assistance, from handling the preparation of probate and administration petitions to collaborating with you to complete th

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  • Construction Injury Lawyers in Syracuse, New York - Why Workers Choose MCV Law

    Construction site injuries often involve more than one legal cause of action.  If you were injured in the course of your employment on a construction site, you have a Workers’ Compensation claim. MCV Law has over 40 years of experience handling Workers’ Compensation claims. In addition to your Workers’ Compensation claim, you may also have a Personal Injury claim against a third-party who caused your injury at the construction site under the Labor Law.  In construction claims, this may involve

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  • I Was Injured in a Car Crash – Now What?

    The first steps you take after a car crash are critical.  Don’t fall into the trap of not doing anything... or doing the wrong thing!  This can have a detrimental impact on your claim against the negligent driver.  Here are some helpful hints the MCV Law Personal Injury attorneys recommend to our clients to make sure they protect themselves: Seek immediate medical attention. First and foremost, this is most important to make sure that you get the medical care you need.  But it is also critical

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