Derek Spada Wins Appeal in Product Liability Case Involving Catastrophic Injury to Toddler
At Basch Keegan & Spada, we hold manufacturers accountable when dangerous products cause devastating injuries. Recently, attorney Derek Spada secured a significant appellate victory in a product liability case involving a young child who suffered catastrophic injuries while interacting with a commercial fondant machine. A Tragic Incident Our clients own and operate a bakery. In […]
Basch Keegan & Spada Celebrates Inaugural Community Scholarship Recipients Across Ulster County
At Basch Keegan & Spada, we believe that investing in education is an investment in the future of our community. That’s why we are proud to announce the recipients of our inaugural Community Scholarship Program, recognizing outstanding graduating seniors from public school districts throughout Ulster County. This year, nine students were selected to receive a […]
What Does New York’s Pure Comparative Fault Mean for Fall Victims?
If you slipped and fell on someone else’s property in Poughkeepsie or the Hudson Valley, you may worry the insurance company will blame you and deny your claim. New York law doesn’t work that way. Under the state’s pure comparative fault system, even fall victims who share some responsibility may still recover compensation. CPLR 1411 […]
What Is NY’s No-Fault Law and How Does It Limit Claims?
What Is NY’s No-Fault Law and How Does It Limit Claims? If you were seriously injured in a car accident in Poughkeepsie or anywhere in the Hudson Valley, New York’s no-fault law controls how and when you can seek compensation. New York is a no-fault state, meaning anyone injured in a motor vehicle accident recovers […]
Ulster County Courts: Where Construction Injury Cases Are Decided
When Winter Construction Sites Turn Dangerous: Your Case Starts Here Every winter, Ulster County construction workers face icy scaffolding, frozen equipment, and snow-covered work sites. When safety measures fail and injuries occur, understanding where your case will be heard becomes critical to securing justice. The Ulster County Courthouse at 285 Wall Street serves as the […]
Can You Sue After an Ulster County Crash Even If You’re 60% at Fault?
The Shocking Truth About Fault and Recovery After an Auto Accident Attorney in Kingston NY Can Help You’re driving through Kingston on a snowy February morning when another vehicle slides through a red light and hits your car. The investigating officer determines you were speeding in icy conditions, making you partially responsible. Now you’re facing […]
Who Can File Dangerous Dog Complaints in Kingston After Witnessing Attacks?
When You’ve Witnessed a Dog Attack: Your Rights and Responsibilities Witnessing a dog attack can be traumatic. If you’ve seen a dog attack someone in Kingston, you likely feel uncertain about what to do next. New York State law gives you specific rights to take action. Whether you saw a neighbor’s dog bite a child […]
Does Your Poughkeepsie Municipal Fall Require a 90-Day Notice of Claim?
Winter Sidewalk Falls Create Unique Legal Challenges Against Municipalities Walking to your car in a municipal parking lot, your feet slip on snow and ice. Pain shoots through your back as you hit the frozen pavement. This scenario occurred in the recent Reynolds v City of Poughkeepsie case, where a woman suffered injuries on a […]
13,680 Latham Residents: How Population Density Affects Your Bite Case
When 2,366 People Per Square Mile Means More Dog Encounters You’re walking through Latham on a February morning when an unleashed dog charges from a nearby yard. In a community where 2,366 people share each square mile, encounters between residents and dogs happen frequently. With 13,680 people calling Latham home, dog bite incidents increase due […]
Does NY’s Serious Injury Threshold Apply to Your Poughkeepsie Crash?
When Winter Roads Turn Dangerous: Understanding Your Rights After a Crash The black ice appeared out of nowhere on Route 9 during your morning commute. Now you’re dealing with mounting medical bills, missed work, and pain that won’t go away. If you’ve been injured in an auto accident in the Hudson Valley, understanding New York’s […]