When a Nice Day Out In NY Results in Injuries, Contact a Personal Injury Attorney
When warmer seasons arrive there is plenty of fun to be had in New York City. Unfortunately, it also seems that there is more risk potential for accidents, injuries, and unfortunate deaths. Such an incident occurred recently at the New York City pier, in which three individuals sustained injuries from an electrical accident. Thankfully, they […]
Are Bike Safety Laws Enough to Protect You From Injury?
Numerous safety laws already exist for motorists, pedestrians and bicycle riders in New York City, all designed to improve safety and reduce the chances of an accident and injury among those using the city’s streets and sidewalks. But accidents still occur all too often, especially where bicyclists are concerned, which is prompting city officials and […]
Trucking Accidents in New York and How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help
The shocking news involving the death of one comedian and the serious injuries of actor and comedian Tracy Morgan has been a source of much discussion lately, especially when it was revealed that the driver of the truck that caused the accident had allegedly not slept for over 24 hours. The accident highlights trucking safety […]
Accidents Caused by Vehicles Involved in a Recall
Over the last few months, General Motors has issued recalls for millions of cars that have factory defects, in response to several deaths of consumers that have occurred due to the ignition problems with GM vehicles. A recent news story stated that the company is set to begin processing claims for the families of the victims, […]
More Injuries Lead to More GM Recalls—Is the Compensation they Offer Enough?
General Motors have certainly been in the news a lot lately, as more and more automobiles are recalled. They have been under increased scrutiny for the delays in recalls when they allegedly knew that there were potential dangers with faulty ignition switches, airbags, and other issues. In trying to appease the concerns of consumers and […]
Head injuries are on the rise for bike riders – How can you best protect yourself?
A recent study showed an increase in head injuries amongst bike riders who are part of a bike sharing program, such as the program in New York. The problem arises from a lack of helmets for many riders, as there is no law implemented stating that bike sharers need to wear one. New York brain injury […]
Lead Paint and Children Do Not Mix Well
There are a lot of beautiful older model houses and apartments throughout New York City. It’s common for families who move into these charming homes to fall victim to lead poisoning. Children are at special risk of poisoning caused by paints containing lead. This is made possible by dust particles and chips from peeling paint […]
Accident Kills 6 Year Old New York Boy While Walking to School
Walking to school can be a happy adventure for some children, fostered by the sense of responsibility that they may feel, especially if they are walking without the presence and supervision of an adult. School crossing guards are often posted at busy intersections to make sure that children are safe as they navigate busy crossings. […]
Pedestrian hit and killed by tractor trailer
While walking is a healthy activity, in certain places and situations, it also comes with certain risks. Pedestrian-only areas, or places with clearly marked sidewalks, are the safest for walkers, but they are not always convenient for where you want to go. Where protections like sidewalks are not available, pedestrians must exercise caution-and even then, […]
Drowsy NYC Bus Driver Causes Multiple Car Accidents
Often, the motivation for taking public transportation can be a desire to avoid the hassle of driving in rush-hour traffic and finding parking. Sometimes, riders just want to sit back and let someone else take the wheel while saving money by not taking a cab. But as New York Bus Accident lawyers know, taking public transportation involves […]