Common signs of nursing home neglect include bedsores, sudden weight loss or dehydration, poor hygiene, unexplained bruises or injuries, medication errors, and a loved one who suddenly seems withdrawn or afraid. If you notice any of these warning signs in a Nassau or Suffolk County nursing home, New York law gives your family the right to hold the facility accountable and pursue compensation for your loved one's care and suffering. 

New York's 2026 tort reform changed two major rules that affect car accident claims across the state. Motor vehicle accident cases filed on or after May 27, 2026 now follow modified comparative negligence, meaning a driver found more than 50 percent at fault recovers nothing.

After a slip-and-fall on Long Island, get medical attention right away, report the incident to the property owner or manager, document the hazard with photos, collect witness information, and avoid giving statements to insurers before speaking with an attorney. New York gives you three years to file most slip-and-fall claims, but if a town or municipality is involved, you may have as little as 90 days to file a Notice of Claim. 

If you were hurt on a Nassau or Suffolk County construction site, New York gives you some of the strongest worker protections in the country. Labor Law §240 (the Scaffold Law) and §241 hold property owners and general contractors responsible for many gravity-related and safety-related injuries. You generally have three years to file a claim, but if a government property is involved, you may have as little as 90 days to file a Notice of Claim. Acting quickly protects both your health and your case. 

Strong evidence can shape the outcome of a Long Island personal injury claim. Learn what records, photos, witness accounts, and medical documentation can protect your case. 

Injured in a Long Island car accident? Learn the steps to take after a crash, how New York's no fault coverage works, and when to call Militello Law Group.