A woman who thought she has won a $42.9m jackpot got the shock of her life when she was told that the machine displaying the prize had only malfunctioned. An elated Katrina Bookman, 44, thought she hit a $42.9m jackpot at Resorts World Casino in Queens, New York in 2016, and even posed next to…
While some people are lucky enough to win big at casinos, the hardest part can sometimes be collecting the winnings. Inside Edition’s investigative team has found people who thought they’d be taking home huge earnings, only to discover that wasn’t the case. Katrina Bookman, 44, hit a $42.9 million jackpot at Resorts World Casino in…
Alan Ripka Recently Opened his New Personal Injury and Malpractice Firm LOS ANGELES / ACCESSWIRE / September 11, 2017 / Alan Ripka is thrilled to announce that his new firm – Alan Ripka & Associates – is now fully operational and ready to vigorously represent the people of New York. In September of 2016, Alan Ripka and his…
As Published By ALAN S. RIPKA, ESQUIRE Trying Your Case, I The mystery of trying a case fascinates lawyers and lay people alike. The apprehension of standing before a judge and jury, while arguing your client’s position, can be paralyzing. It is at that moment in time, however, when this advocate reaches deep within and…
As Published By ALAN S. RIPKA, ESQUIRE Winning a Trial, Part I The mystery of trying a case fascinates lawyers and laypersons alike. The apprehension of standing before a judge and jury, while arguing your client’s position, can be paralyzing. It is at that moment in time, however, when this advocate reaches deep within and…
As Published By ALAN S. RIPKA, ESQUIRE The Importance of Jury Selection Jury selection is an important factor in winning your trial. A jury can decide against you despite all of the facts being in your favor. The reality is, you better ask the tough questions in order to find out if a potential juror…
Has your child not reached his or her developmental milestones because of malpractice? Physically, at the end of the first month, your child should be able to make jerky, quivering arm thrusts, move his/her head from side to side, keep hands in tight fists, and have strong reflex movements. His hearing should be fully mature,…
Everyday a person believes that an investment can mean a brighter financial future, says Attorney, Alan Ripka. That hope and dream all begins with an unknown voice on the other end of the phone line. Other times with a known person who has created the illusion of being a licensed broker dealer. Unfortunately the dream…
Starting an injury lawsuit can be frightening. Hiring a lawyer, reliving the circumstances of the accident, filling out paperwork and meeting deadlines is no easy task. Your choice in attorneys will simplify the process and put you at ease. Alan Ripka says “with an experienced and well versed attorney the victims legal experience will be…
As Published By ALAN S. RIPKA, ESQUIRE The “New” Court System The recent budget cuts regarding the New York State court system has had overwhelmingly negative effects. I have been on three trials since the budget cuts, and have experienced first-hand many of the consequences related to the firing of courthouse personnel, says Alan Ripka,…
