Everyone who drives on the roads, regardless of the state, is required to have automotive insurance. Unfortunately, after a motor vehicle accident, some insurance companies will deny claims based on factors outside of the driver’s control or for reasons the driver had...
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Poverty and dangerous premises
If a residential building is in need of repair or renovation, it poses many possible hazards that may endanger the people who live there. Crumbling walls and ceilings can fall on people and they can sustain serious injuries. If a storm occurs, the water and strong...
Who is responsible for injuries that occur on a property?
Brooklyn area residents have the right to be safe where they go. Whether it be their apartment, a store, the sidewalk, a party, or their job, it is the duty of property owners to maintain a relatively safe environment. But sometimes a person gets injured and, in...
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month
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,...
How wheelchair ramps can be dangerous
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...
What elements must I prove to file a premises liability claim?
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...
Can you sue a truck company after a big rig accident?
If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by a tractor-trailer, bus, government vehicle, or snow plow, then you’ve probably got extensive damages that have reshaped the way you live and enjoy your life. You might be struggling after a truck accident to make ends...
Reducing the number of falls on New York jobsites
If you work in construction in New York, you know that many of these projects are vertical. Tall buildings are common in this area, and you may find yourself working from heights on a regular basis. Your job may come with certain inherent risks, but that does not mean...
Construction accident deaths in New York continue to rise
More people die working in construction than any other industry in New York state. With all the dangerous equipment and the immense height of some worksites, shouldn't protecting workers like you bet the number on focus? Safety groups are worried that standards are...
NYC construction injuries reach new high in 2018
It has been a dangerous year for New York City construction workers. According to Crain's New York, more than 650 accidents and injuries have occurred on construction sites through October. This outpaces the 2017 totals and are the highest numbers seen since before...