Hacker Murphy, LLP

Hacker Murphy, LLP (518)274-5820
www.hackermurphy.com

Top-Rated Albany, New York Litigation Law Firm focusing on Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Medical Malpractice, Commercial Litigation, Title IX Student Accused Defense and Trust and Estate Litigation.

Behind every case, there is a story and a family that needs a steady hand.Meet James Hacker, our Senior Counsel. A gradu...
06/11/2026

Behind every case, there is a story and a family that needs a steady hand.

Meet James Hacker, our Senior Counsel. A graduate of Albany Law School and a leader in our local legal community, Jim has spent his career handling complex personal injury and medical malpractice cases. For him, "Real Results for Real People" isn't a slogan, it's the standard for every interaction.

250 years of an American experiment that still meets in this courtroom.This week the U.S. District Court marked the anni...
06/10/2026

250 years of an American experiment that still meets in this courtroom.
This week the U.S. District Court marked the anniversary in Albany — and our partner Julie Nociolo stepped into the role of Thomas Jefferson for one of the historical vignettes.

A reminder of where the floor came from. 🏛️

New York's average dog bite claim hit $92,154 in 2025, but recovering full damages here requires proving more than just ...
06/08/2026

New York's average dog bite claim hit $92,154 in 2025, but recovering full damages here requires proving more than just that you were bitten.

Albany uses a split liability system. If a dog was officially declared dangerous, you get strict liability, but only for medical bills. Lost wages, pain and suffering, scarring, PTSD? Those require showing the owner knew the dog was aggressive or failed to use reasonable care under the 2025 Flanders decision.

That evidence disappears fast. Photograph injuries daily. Get the animal control report immediately, it sometimes contains prior complaints insurers won't disclose. If you or your child suffered serious injuries from a dog attack, call Hacker Murphy at 518-274-5820.

Imagine this: you're recovering from a car crash in Albany. A back injury has kept you from daily life for three months....
06/07/2026

Imagine this: you're recovering from a car crash in Albany. A back injury has kept you from daily life for three months. But will your case qualify for more than basic insurance benefits?

Under New York's no-fault system, PIP benefits cap at $50,000. To pursue pain and suffering damages, your injury must meet the serious injury threshold, fractures, permanent limitations, significant disfigurement, or a medically documented injury that prevented normal activities for 90+ days within 180 days of the crash.

If your Albany crash left you with a qualifying injury, understanding this threshold is the first step toward full recovery. Call Hacker Murphy at 518-274-5820.

Our partner Julie Nociolo was invited to the 2026 Second Circuit Judicial Conference in Lake George commemorating the 25...
06/05/2026

Our partner Julie Nociolo was invited to the 2026 Second Circuit Judicial Conference in Lake George commemorating the 250th anniversary of our country. A great time to celebrate with the federal judiciary and colleagues, including our 2d Circuit representative Justice Sonia Sotomayor 🇺🇸 🎆

Some recognitions say more about the community than the title.Our associate Olivia Kim has been appointed to the Executi...
06/05/2026

Some recognitions say more about the community than the title.
Our associate Olivia Kim has been appointed to the Executive Board of the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association, a group that's spent decades bringing trial lawyers together around the craft.
Proud to see her step into this role.

Our partner Julie Nociolo attended the 2026 Second Circuit Judicial Conference in Lake George commemorating the 250th An...
06/04/2026

Our partner Julie Nociolo attended the 2026 Second Circuit Judicial Conference in Lake George commemorating the 250th Anniversary of our country. It was a wonderful few days of learning and celebrating with judges and colleagues from all across the 2d Circuit, including Justice Sotomayor.

Myth: If you were partially at fault in a motorcycle crash, you can't recover compensation.Fact: New York follows pure c...
06/03/2026

Myth: If you were partially at fault in a motorcycle crash, you can't recover compensation.

Fact: New York follows pure comparative negligence. Even if you share some fault, your recovery is reduced by your percentage, not eliminated.

If you suffered a serious injury like a fracture, spinal damage, or traumatic brain injury in a Saratoga County motorcycle crash, you still have legal options. Insurance adjusters often try to shift blame onto riders to minimize payouts.

Preserve your evidence, document your injuries thoroughly, and seek legal guidance early. Call Hacker Murphy at 518-274-5820.

A motorcycle crash near Albany or along Route 9 can involve more responsible parties than just the at-fault driver. Unde...
05/30/2026

A motorcycle crash near Albany or along Route 9 can involve more responsible parties than just the at-fault driver. Under New York's Permissive Use Doctrine (Vehicle and Traffic Law § 388), if someone hit you while driving a borrowed vehicle, the vehicle owner may share financial responsibility.

When the at-fault driver lacks adequate insurance coverage, this second avenue of recovery matters. Insurers won't point it out. For riders facing traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, or severe fractures, identifying all liable parties can strengthen your claim significantly.

Seriously injured in a Capital Region motorcycle crash? Call Hacker Murphy at 518-274-5820.

Most people don’t realize how small decisions after an accident can affect everything that comes next.Especially in dist...
05/28/2026

Most people don’t realize how small decisions after an accident can affect everything that comes next.
Especially in distracted driving cases, what you do early on matters.

Reminder: awareness isn’t just about prevention; it’s also about knowing your rights.

Save this, you never know when it might matter.

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