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By Keith A. Pierro on May 10, 2023

What to Know About PTSD After a Car Accident

Following a car accident, leftover feelings of emotional trauma can make recovering mentally challenging. Even after experiencing a minor accident, you may experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, a more severe accident usually equals a greater risk of emotional trauma. It is crucial to recognize that what you are feeling is normal and that...
By Keith A. Pierro on April 30, 2023

Most Common Types of Medical Malpractice Claims

Healthcare professionals do not always meet the expected standard of care. When this happens, their patients suffer. Their patients can be hurt, injured, and even killed by neglecting to provide adequate care. Medical malpractice can happen in nearly any healthcare setting, but certain errors are much more common than others. Listed below are the...
By Keith A. Pierro on March 31, 2023

What Are Pain and Suffering Damages, and How Do You Prove Them? 

Pain and suffering damages are often awarded as a form of compensation for a victim of personal injury or negligence. It is a type of recovery paid to provide financial relief to the victims for the physical and emotional suffering they endured. In New York, proving pain and suffering damages in a personal injury...
By Keith A. Pierro on February 28, 2023

How is Liability Determined for a Slip and Fall Accident? 

One of the most common types of personal injury claims in New York is for slip and fall accidents. If a person slips and falls, the person who owns or occupies the property can be held responsible for their injuries. The Property Owners' Duty of Care When determining who is liable for a slip...
By Keith A. Pierro on January 10, 2023

Keith Pierro Clinches $11M Settlement in Truck Accident Death

We are so proud of Gold & Gold, P.A. partner, Keith Pierro, for this amazing result.  Mr. Pierro brought swift justice to our clients, the parents of a 7 year old boy who was hit and killed by a truck driver while jogging with his dad.  Mom and dad have suffered tremendously, and will...