In an effort to educate the general public - BEFORE they even contact a lawyer - about the necessary elements to a successful claim in the areas of:school negligence;
- Long Island & Queens, New York school injury attorney Jonathan Cooper has published numerous educational articles on these topics. By way of background, Jonathan Cooper is the published author of the Free book on New York accident claims, "Why Most Accident Victims Do Not Recover the Full Value of Their Claim," as well as the New Yorker's guide to defective product claims, "Why Are There So Few Successful Defective Products Lawsuits?"
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How New York Schools Can Be Held Liable in Negligence - Even For Accidents That Occur Off School GroundsNY school negligence: off-premises liability applies; expert guidance key.
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In New York School Negligence Case, Whom Do You Sue?Learn who to sue in a New York school negligence case, including potential defendants and legal steps to protect your child's rights.
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11 Symptoms That Your Child May Have Suffered a ConcussionLong Island, New York child injury and school negligence attorney Jonathan Cooper discusses 11 symptoms that may indicate whether your child sustained a concussion or brain injury. For additional information on this topic, please contact Jonathan Cooper at 516-791-5700.
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How NY Employee's Bad Act Can Lead to Finding of Employer NegligenceUnder NY law, employers may be liable for hiring or retaining workers likely to cause harm. Learn more in attorney Jonathan Cooper's free personal injury book.
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How a School Can (Not) Be Liable For an Assault Under New York LawCan a NY school be liable for student-on-student assault? This case shows why foreseeability and notice are key in negligent supervision claims.
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When Can a Trial Court Modify the Size of a Jury's Award Under NY Law?A trial court in New York may modify a jury's award only if the verdict deviates materially from compensation, often leading to a new trial or stipulation.
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The Most Critical Mistake To Avoid When Suing A New York MunicipalityThe most important mistake that people often make - and how to avoid it - when they sue a municipality, or other governmental agency.
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Negligent Supervision in New York: Why Many (If Not Most) New York Playground Accident Lawsuits Are DismissedLearn why many NY playground injury lawsuits are dismissed, as explained by Long Island child injury lawyer Jonathan Cooper. Visit JonathanCooperLaw.com.
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How A Municipality In NY Can Be Held Liable For Failing To Protect YouA municipality in NY can be held liable for failing to protect you only if a special relationship exists, involving direct assurances and justifiable reliance.
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How To Prove Your School Negligence Case Under New York LawNew York school negligence attorney Jonathan Cooper discusses what a student or their parents must prove in order to win a personal injury case against a school.