Working construction in and around New York City comes with its share of dangers. Too commonly, that danger presents itself in the form of scaffolding, which workers must use to do their jobs. When it fails, those workers are at a high risk of suffering serious injury...
Unless it is up for renewal, we seldom give much thought to our car insurance. However, one thing that we should give some thought to is getting uninsured motorist coverage because getting into a car crash with an uninsured driver can wreak havoc on our lives. What...
Distracted driving makes our roads unsafe and can lead to serious car accidents which can result in injuries and death. For that reason, drivers should refrain from driving while distracted and victims should know how they can hold distracted drivers accountable for...
In a huge congested urban area like New York City and its surroundings, pedestrian deaths are a sad reality. While there are several measures in place to ensure pedestrian safety, every now and then we come across the news of a pedestrian injury or death. In fact,...
Construction is a major part of the New York City landscape. Not only does it build, maintain and improve the city, but it provides jobs for untold numbers of construction workers. That, however, does not eliminate the inherent danger involved with many aspects of the...
Statistically, driving is one of the most dangerous acts we do in our lives, and we often do it every day. But, one act that we may not realize can be just as dangerous is walking, even if we are on the sidewalk or in the designated area. This was horrifically shown...
Many people in the Garden City area have used handicapped ramps to access a building. Whether they are in a wheelchair, using a walker, a stroller, or just need additional assistance, a wheelchair ramp allows everyone to have equal access. Wheelchair ramps are...
The New York Police Department is searching for the driver of a Dodge Charger who authorities say is responsible for striking two Brooklyn pedestrians who were waiting at a bus stop. One of the victims died after being hit. She was 20 years old. Another victim, a...
The architecture and design of many older New York apartments may be aesthetically pleasing from a historical perspective, but the fact is that many of these premises are poorly maintained. This lack of maintenance can cause injuries to residents who may trip on a...
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) within the Department of Labor sets national standards for the health and safety of workers. OSHA requirements apply to work at construction sites and employers are required to comply with these rules, which is...
