While people in New York recognize that the transportation of goods by semi-truck is necessary to our nation’s economy that does not make driving near them any easier. We rely on truckers to handle these massive vehicles with care and confidence. Unfortunately, many...
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Despite Vision Zero, pedestrian and bicyclist deaths on the rise
New York City has a bad reputation for road safety. There is a perception that drivers are reckless behind the wheel, speed, drive while distracted and commit other illegal and dangerous acts that place everyone at risk. This is especially true for people on bicycles...
Has your doctor gone beyond the scope of informed consent?
As a patient, you have control over what medical treatment you receive. Unless it’s an emergency, a medical decision shouldn’t be made without your authorization. That’s where informed consent comes into play. What is informed consent? Before a doctor can provide you...
Brooklyn crash leaves 77-year-old woman dead
An early morning crash took the life of a woman and left another woman injured. The collision occurred on Atlantic Avenue in Cypress Hills at 12:20 a.m. A Honda was traveling north on Bradford Street when it was struck by a BMW westbound on Atlantic Avenue. Police...
Be prepared to deal with contributory negligence arguments
Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident is no easy task. You’re probably struggling just to cope with the physical and emotional pain and suffering that has been unfairly thrust upon you, and the financial realities of your situation may threaten your stability....
How do I prove negligence in my car accident?
While it may seem obvious to a car accident victim that their crash was someone else’s fault, there are certain elements that must be proven in a court of law in order to have a successful personal injury lawsuit. Recovery is possible through the negligence principle...
New York scaffolding law protects construction workers
There are many people in New York who work in the construction industry. These jobs are typically well-paying and allow a person to provide for their family. But construction jobs are also some of the most dangerous jobs a person can have. But workers in New York have...
Six ways medical negligence can lead to cerebral palsy
Most expecting parents in New York look forward to bringing a healthy child home from the hospital. Unfortunately, mistakes made during the mother’s pregnancy, the labor and delivery process and just after birth can lead to serious conditions, including cerebral...
Pedestrian deaths continue to rise in New York
Many New York City area residents enjoy walking for exercise or to get to various destinations. Since the pandemic began, more people are taking to the streets just for something to do. But an alarming statistic has recently emerged in which pedestrian deaths...
Frequency of work-related deaths in construction are concerning
In New York and across the nation, accident statistics are analyzed. Currently, the statistics for 2020 are somewhat skewed by the pandemic. This is true regarding all personal injury and fatality incidents. For work-related accidents and deaths, it should be...