The Cochran Firm New York — In Pursuit of Justice for the Ordinary Citizen
Welcome to the NYC office of The Cochran Firm, a law firm founded by legendary attorney Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. over four decades ago. With offices nationwide and a team of some of the country’s most experienced and aggressive personal injury attorneys and criminal defense lawyers, The Cochran Firm has reputation for tireless and effective legal representation. The attorneys at the NYC office specialize in slip and fall cases, personal injury, auto accidents, medical malpractice, civil rights violations, and employment discrimination.
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Auto Accidents and Seatbelt Laws
The Facts It is no question that seat belts save lives. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, of the 37,133 people killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2017, 47% were not wearing seat belts. Additionally, seat belts saved an estimated 14,955 lives in 2017 and could have saved an additional 2,549 people if
Common Personal Injury Defense Strategies
There are several common defense strategies in personal injury lawsuits. It is helpful to know these strategies going into your lawsuit so that you know what to expect and can receive the best possible outcome. Comparative Negligence If your state follows the comparative negligence rule, damages are calculated based on the degree of fault for
Do I need to file a government claim before filing a lawsuit?
This depends on whether you intend to file the lawsuit in federal court or state court, and the claims you intend to allege. Civil Rights Violation In the event of a civil rights violation, if you intend to file a lawsuit in federal court, you must first exhaust your administrative remedies by filing a
Pedestrian Injuries
Pedestrian injuries can occur from a multitude of angles when walking the streets of a busy city, like New York City. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) estimates that nearly 5,000 pedestrians die in motor vehicle related accidents and even more suffer injuries when struck by a car or truck. In addition, thousands of
NYC Law Firm Overview:
The New York City office of The Cochran Firm has partnered with some of the most talented attorneys in civil litigation and criminal defense and given them access to the nationwide resources of The Cochran Firm. Our attorneys will pursue your case against powerful opponents, including government entities, corporations, and individuals. The Cochran Firm has a long record of success: we have won cases for our clients that have also contributed to positive social change. If you have been hurt, if you have been abused, if you feel disempowered, The Cochran Firm can help. Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.
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