Recent Blog Posts
The True Cost of Car Accident Injuries
Getting injured in a car or truck accident can take a toll on your physical and mental health, and can result in high expenses over the course of your lifetime. Having a complete understanding of what those expenses will be prior to agreeing to release your claims is critical to ensuring you don’t settle… Read More »
Court Finds Factual Support for Birth Injury Lawsuit
A recent decision from the Appellate Division of the New York Supreme Court has denied a motion for summary judgment which would have dismissed the medical malpractice claim brought by a mother on behalf of herself and her infant daughter for injuries received during pregnancy and birth. The First Department of the Appellate Division… Read More »
Negligent Hiring and Training of Commercial Drivers a Possible Contributor to Accidents
Hudson Valley personal injury attorneys Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner & Martuscello on how trucking companies may be liable for negligent hiring in truck accidents.
Car Service Driver Found Liable as a Matter of Law for Cutting Off Driver
Hudson Valley personal injury attorneys Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner & Martuscello discuss summary judgment on liability for cutting off another in New York car wreck.
What Constitutes an Asset for Purposes of a Bankruptcy Petition?
Hudson Valley bankruptcy attorneys Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner & Martuscello discuss what counts as an asset for purpose of filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 petition.
Prevent Your Divorce from Becoming More Expensive than it Needs to Be
Hudson Valley family law attorneys Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner & Martuscello give tips to avoid making your New York divorce more expensive than it has to be.
Filing a Claim When Your Child Is Injured In an Accident in Another’s Car
Hudson Valley personal injury attorneys Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner & Martuscello on issues filing claim when a child is injured in a car accident in another’s car.
Special Needs Trusts for Loved Ones with A Disability
Hudson Valley estate planning attorneys Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner & Martuscello talk about how a special needs trust can benefit a loved one with a disability.
New York Court Rejects Imposition of Private School Tuition Costs Above Basic Child Support
Hudson Valley family law attorneys Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner & Martuscello discuss court case where judge rejected child support for private school tuition.
Defendant Property Owner’s Destruction of Evidence Results in Sanctions
Hudson Valley personal injury attorneys Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner & Martuscello discuss spoliation & sanctions against defendant in elevator trip & fall case.