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What We Handle

Every Type of Car Accident Case
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Rear-end collisions

The most common NYC accident type. Liability is typically clear. We document your injuries and fight for full compensation including future medical costs.

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Intersection accidents

T-bone and angle collisions cause serious injuries. We subpoena traffic camera footage and signal data to establish fault.

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Hit and run

Your own uninsured motorist coverage and MVAIC (Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corp) provide recovery paths even when the at-fault driver flees.

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Multi-vehicle pileups

Complex liability with multiple insurers. We coordinate all claims simultaneously to maximize your total recovery.

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Pedestrian and cyclist knockdowns

Struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian or cyclist? You have the same rights as any accident victim — and NYC juries are sympathetic.

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Commercial vehicle accidents

Delivery trucks, rideshare vehicles, and commercial fleets carry substantial commercial insurance. We go after the full policy.

Car Accident Questions
We Hear Every Day

How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in New York?+

Three years from the date of the accident under CPLR §214. But your no-fault PIP application must be filed with your own insurer within 30 days of the accident. And if a government vehicle was involved, a Notice of Claim is required within 90 days.

New York is a no-fault state — can I still sue?+

Yes — if your injuries meet the serious injury threshold under Insurance Law §5102(d), including fractures, permanent limitation, or 90 days of disability in the first 180 days. We evaluate your injuries against the threshold in the free consultation.

What if the other driver has no insurance?+

Your own policy's Supplementary Uninsured Motorist (SUM) coverage applies. New York requires at least $25,000 SUM coverage. We pursue every available source of recovery, including your own policy.

Should I talk to the other driver's insurance company?+

No. Their adjuster's job is to minimize your payout. Do not give a recorded statement before speaking to us. You are not legally required to do so.

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Products Liability & Consumer Rights

Mislabeled Products.
Real Legal Rights Under New York Law.

'Organic.' 'All Natural.' 'Non-GMO.' 'Eco-Friendly.' 'Clean Beauty.' When companies use these terms to charge you more for a product that doesn't deliver, New York's consumer protection law gives you the right to fight back.

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The Law

New York Has Some of the Strongest
Consumer Protection Laws in the Country.

Under GBL §§ 349 and 350, any deceptive act or false advertising directed at consumers in New York is actionable. You don't need to be physically injured. You just need to show the label was misleading and that you paid more — or chose differently — because of it.

GBL § 349

Deceptive Business Practices

Any materially misleading act or practice in commerce. Covers labels, advertising, websites, and verbal claims.

GBL § 350

False Advertising

Advertising that is misleading in a material respect. Applies to TV, radio, digital, print, and in-store signage.

UCC § 2-314

Implied Warranty

Products must be fit for their ordinary purpose. A product labeled "organic" that isn't breaches the implied warranty of merchantability.

Common Examples

Mislabeled Product Cases We Handle

🌿 "Natural" & "Organic" Fraud

Products claiming to be organic, all-natural, or free from synthetic ingredients when they contain pesticides, preservatives, or artificial compounds. Grocery stores, supplement brands, and cosmetics companies are frequent offenders.

💊 Supplement & Vitamin Misrepresentation

Supplements claiming potency, purity, or ingredients they don't deliver. NY Attorney General investigations have found major supplement brands selling products with none of the labeled active ingredients.

🌊 "Eco-Friendly" & Greenwashing

Products marketed as sustainable, biodegradable, or carbon-neutral without proper certification or with exaggerated environmental claims. The FTC's Green Guides establish standards; violations are actionable under GBL § 349.

🥛 Food Product Misrepresentation

"Fresh," "pure," "handcrafted," "small batch," "farm to table" — these are marketing claims with no legal definition, frequently applied to mass-produced industrial food products. Courts have found these actionable when consumers pay a premium.

🧴 Cosmetics & Personal Care

"Hypoallergenic," "dermatologist tested," "cruelty free," "clean beauty" — claims with no federal regulatory definition. If a product caused you injury or didn't do what it claimed, you have rights.

📦 Weight & Quantity Fraud

Products that contain less than the labeled weight, quantity, or volume. This includes everything from potato chips with excessive air to pre-packaged deli meats with inaccurate weight labels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to prove to win a mislabeled product case in New York?

Under GBL § 349, you need to show: (1) the act or practice was consumer-oriented; (2) it was materially misleading; and (3) you suffered injury as a result — which can be economic injury (paying a premium) or physical injury. You do not need to prove the company intended to deceive you.

Can I bring a class action for a mislabeled product?

Yes, and in many cases that's the best approach. Class actions allow consumers with individually small claims to aggregate them into a case with real leverage. We evaluate every mislabeling case for class action potential and will tell you honestly which path makes more sense.

The label technically says 'made with organic ingredients' not 'organic.' Is that still deceptive?

Potentially yes. Courts look at the overall impression a label creates on a reasonable consumer — not just the fine print. If the front of the package prominently features organic imagery, green colors, and farm scenes, but the back says 'made with some organic ingredients,' that presentation can still be found materially misleading.

How long do I have to bring a consumer protection claim in New York?

Three years under GBL § 349 (CPLR § 214). The clock generally starts when you bought the product, though discovery rules may apply in some cases. Do not wait — call us now.

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Greenwashing in New York: When 'Eco-Friendly' and 'Sustainable' Labels Are Illegal
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You Were Misled.
You Have Rights.

Companies that deceive consumers face real legal consequences. Call Cuz — we hold them accountable.

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