Can safety changes to a later product model be used as evidence to prove a product liability case?

2020-07-16T17:49:05+00:00

While evidence of subsequent remedial measures cannot be used as evidence to show a manufacturer’s negligence, safety modifications made by the manufacturer can be used to show other things such as ownership or control of the product’s design.

Can safety changes to a later product model be used as evidence to prove a product liability case?2020-07-16T17:49:05+00:00

What damages can I recover if I am injured by a defective product?

2020-07-16T17:48:37+00:00

Damages are commonly divided into two different categories, economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages can be thought of as past or future out-of-pocket expenses, such as the cost of medical care, lost wages, lost earning capacity, or even funeral expenses if the product defect results [...]

What damages can I recover if I am injured by a defective product?2020-07-16T17:48:37+00:00

What is Reckless Driving?

2020-07-16T17:47:42+00:00

Reckless Driving is a violation of N.Y. Vehicle and Traffic Law § 1212. Reckless driving occurs when a person drives a motor vehicle or a motorcycle, a moped, or ATV in a manner that unreasonably interferes with the use of a public road or endangers [...]

What is Reckless Driving?2020-07-16T17:47:42+00:00

Is Reckless Driving a crime?

2020-07-16T17:47:01+00:00

Yes.  Reckless Driving (N.Y. Vehicle and Traffic Law § 1212) is a crime.  It is considered an unclassified misdemeanor.

Is Reckless Driving a crime?2020-07-16T17:47:01+00:00

What are the penalties for Reckless Driving?

2020-07-16T17:46:38+00:00

The penalties for Reckless Driving are: 5 points on your license. Up to 30 days in jail. A minimum fine of $100 and a maximum fine of $300. A surcharge of $88 (Municipality other than Town/Village)/or $93 (Towns/Villages).

What are the penalties for Reckless Driving?2020-07-16T17:46:38+00:00

Will I need to appear in court if I am charged with Reckless Driving?

2020-07-16T17:46:14+00:00

Yes.  As Reckless Driving is a crime, your personal appearance will be required.  However, you should contact a criminal law attorney as there may be an opportunity for an attorney to appear on your behalf.

Will I need to appear in court if I am charged with Reckless Driving?2020-07-16T17:46:14+00:00

Are there different types of speeding tickets?

2020-07-16T17:45:28+00:00

Speeding is a violation of N.Y. Vehicle and Traffic Law § 1180.  A speeding ticket can be issued in several ways: Driving too fast for road conditions (Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent). Driving over a posted speed limit. Driving over a posted speed limit in [...]

Are there different types of speeding tickets?2020-07-16T17:45:28+00:00

If I get convicted of speeding, will there be points on my license?

2020-07-16T17:44:16+00:00

Yes.  A conviction for speeding will result in points on your license.  The points are as follows: MILES PER HOUR OVER SPEED LIMIT NUMBER OF POINTS 1 to 10 3 11 to 20 4 21 to 30 6 31 to 40 8 Over 40 11

If I get convicted of speeding, will there be points on my license?2020-07-16T17:44:16+00:00
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