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O'Connor Injury Law provides the guidance you need after an accident has turned your life upside down.

The O'Connor Law Firm provides the guidance you need after an accident has turned your life upside down.

10/13/2026

Most people assume No-Fault only applies to the person behind the wheel. It covers more than that.

In New York, No-Fault benefits extend to drivers, passengers, and pedestrians struck by a vehicle. If you were a passenger in someone else's car, or you were hit while walking, you may be entitled to medical coverage and lost wage benefits through No-Fault, regardless of who caused the crash.

A lot of injured pedestrians never realize they can file a No-Fault claim at all, and that misunderstanding costs them the benefits they are owed.

This wraps up our series on how New York's No-Fault system works. If you were injured in a crash as a driver, passenger, or pedestrian, schedule a free case review to understand your rights.

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10/08/2026

The Serious Injury Threshold is what separates a basic No-Fault claim from a full personal injury lawsuit in New York.

If your injuries meet the standard under Insurance Law §5102(d), you can pursue the at-fault driver for pain and suffering and the damages No-Fault does not cover.

Some categories, like a fracture, are rarely disputed. Others, like a significant limitation of use, come down to objective medical documentation. Insurance companies fight hard on this point because it decides whether those damages are available at all.

Schedule a free case review to understand your rights.

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10/06/2026

After a car accident in New York, you have 30 days to submit your No-Fault application to your own insurer. Miss it, and you can lose access to the medical coverage and lost wage benefits you are entitled to, no matter who caused the crash.

Thirty days goes fast when you are dealing with injuries, medical appointments, and vehicle repairs. The process does not start on its own, and your insurer is not going to walk you through it.

If you were in a car accident and are not sure whether your application is in on time, do not wait to find out.

Schedule a free case review to understand your rights.

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10/01/2026

New York's No-Fault system is one of the most misunderstood parts of a car accident claim.

Your own insurance covers your medical bills and part of your lost wages regardless of who caused the crash, up to a $50,000 limit. But it does not cover pain and suffering, it does not cover your vehicle, and it does not apply to motorcycles.

Understanding where No-Fault ends is what tells you whether you have a claim beyond it. This is the first post in a short series breaking the whole system down in plain language.

Schedule a free case review to understand your rights.

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09/29/2026

Minor vehicle damage is one of the most common arguments insurance companies use to minimize injury claims, and it works because it seems intuitive.

Modern vehicles are engineered to absorb impact, which means the car can look nearly untouched while the people inside it are seriously hurt. Medical documentation, not photographs, is what establishes injury severity in New York.

Schedule a free case review to get the next steps in your insurance claim.

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09/24/2026

The three-year statute of limitations gives a lot of accident victims a false sense of security.

Surveillance footage, scene conditions, vehicle damage, and witness memory all deteriorate within weeks of a crash. Cases built close to the deadline are almost always weaker than cases built early.

Schedule a free case review to get the next steps in your insurance claim.

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09/22/2026

Wrongful death claims on Staten Island most often trace back to fatal crashes on the major corridors, construction site accidents, dangerous property conditions, and collisions involving commercial vehicles.

Each involves a different liability analysis, but all of them run on the same tight deadlines and the same requirement that only the estate’s personal representative can bring the claim.

Schedule a free case review to understand your rights.

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09/17/2026

Most people who call us have never spoken to a personal injury attorney before and are not sure what to expect.

The first conversation is straightforward. You explain what happened, we ask questions, and you leave knowing where you stand and what deadlines apply to your situation.

Schedule a free case review to get the next steps in your insurance claim.

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09/15/2026

Social media review is a routine part of defending a personal injury claim in New York.

Posts get screenshotted early, private settings are not a guarantee of protection, and deleting content after a claim exists creates its own set of problems.

The safest approach is talking to your attorney about your accounts before you do anything with them.

Need advice? Schedule a free case review to get the next steps in your insurance claim.

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09/10/2026

The Serious Injury Threshold is what separates a No-Fault claim from a full personal injury lawsuit in New York.

Insurance companies fight hard on this point because it determines whether pain and suffering damages are available at all. Objective medical documentation is what carries these arguments.

Need help proving you meet the threshold? Schedule a free case review to get the next steps in your insurance claim.

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