Winter Driving Accidents in New York
Each year in the U.S., an estimated 24% of weather-associated motor vehicle accidents happen on icy, snowy, or slushy roads, and 15% occur when there’s sleet or snowfall.
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What Legal Rights Do I Have After a City Bus Accident
Buses are much bigger and heavier than passenger cars, and when they’re involved in crashes, pedestrians, passengers, and other motorists usually suffer severe injuries.
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Licenses You Need on a Construction Site in NY
To help ensure and preserve the safety of construction sites and workers, New York requires all contractors and workers in the construction industry to carry proper licenses.
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Serious Safety Violations on Queens Construction Site
46-year-old Holger Molina, an immigrant from Ecuador, was killed on April 6 when he was removing plywood at the construction site of Myrtle Point, a 17-story tower. It will be the tallest building in the Bushwick, Brooklyn, and Ridgewood, Queens areas upon completion.
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What Are The Main Causes of Accidents on Bridges?
Bridges are an essential part of New York’s infrastructure. But motor vehicle crashes that take place on NY bridges can lead to severe injuries or death to drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.
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Staying Safe and Avoiding Traffic Accidents on New Year’s
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 408 people may be killed in the U.S. due to traffic accidents during this year’s New Year’s holiday period.
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Safety Equipment Required at Construction Zones
Deaths and injuries across NYC and the state occur more frequently than anywhere else in the country.
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Can Fault Be Determined by Auto Accident Damage?
Yes. Auto accident damage can usually help figure out which party was at fault for an accident. One of the most challenging aspects of auto accident cases is determining fault because they happen in a snap, and recollections are not always reliable.
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Fatal Falling Equipment Accident in Brooklyn
Recently, Pape Khoule, a 46-year-old construction worker of Elizabeth, New Jersey, was killed at work on a construction site in Brooklyn.
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What If I Get Into a Car Accident and I Don't Have Insurance?
Auto insurance coverage is required in almost all states, so if you get into an accident without proper insurance coverage, the consequences can be serious.
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How Can I Prove My Accident Was Caused by a Road Defect?
Poor road conditions or road defects can cause serious car crashes with catastrophic consequences.
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Most Dangerous Things on a Construction Site for Employees
Construction workers deal with various tools, heights, heavy machinery, and other hazards on a daily basis.
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Are NYC Taxi Drivers Liable for Injuries to Their Passengers?
Approximately 13,587 taxicabs operate in New York City. Because of the number of taxicabs that roam the NYC roadways, motor vehicle crashes are fairly common.
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Fallen Tree Accidents Can Lead to Catastrophic Injuries and Deaths
Trees are vital to our lives because they produce oxygen, provide shade, enhance the scenery, and can be used for various purposes, such as for food, lumber, and paper, among others.
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The Dangers of Construction Zones and Why to Be On The Lookout
Construction zones pose certain hazards that aren’t usually found in many other workplaces.
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Deadly Forklift Accidents in New York
The West Seneca Police Department reported a deadly industrial accident that took place on Aug 12 on Meyer Road.
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Fatal Motorcycle Crashes Still Happening in New York City
Just before 1 p.m. on July 17, a motorcycle exploded following a devastating crash that killed one motorcyclist and injured two others in the Edgemere neighborhood at the Rockaways.
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Can I Obtain a Driver's Cell Phone Records to Prove They Were Reckless Driving?
To get an at fault driver’s cell phone records following a reckless driving accident, your attorney must obtain a court order instructing the service provider to hand over their subscriber’s cell phone records.
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What Safety Gear Should Be At Every Construction Site?
A broad range of hazards exists in all construction sites in New York, from falling objects to sharp objects, noise, chemicals, flying sparks, and other potentially hazardous and deadly situations.
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Why is The Long Island Expressway So Dangerous?
Interstate 495, commonly known as the Long Island Expressway (LIE), is a very busy highway that runs through three NY counties: Suffolk, Nassau, and Queens.
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New York is The Deadliest State for Construction Workers
Based on a report released by the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH), New York and NYC saw the most construction injuries and deaths compared to other cities and states in the U.S.
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Is the Trucking Community Being Pushed Beyond its Limits?
A National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) survey found that long-haul truck drivers, on average, work 50% more hours than standard workers and are forced to violate federal rules and regulations that limit the work hours of commercial truck drivers.
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Are Speed Cameras and Red-Light Cameras on 24/7 in NY State?
Beginning August 1, 2022, NYC’s red light and speed cameras will start operating and ticketing motorists 24/7.
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What If The Person That Hits You is in a Stolen Car?
If you were hurt in a crash caused by a driver operating a stolen car, you may be eligible to seek compensation from your own no-fault auto insurance coverage and hold the owner of the stolen car liable for your damages.
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Many Traffic Crashes in NYC Occur in School Zones
School zones are designated areas of roadways that are generally within proximity of a school or school building.
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NYC Construction Accidents Are Decreasing in 2022, But They Are Still Happening
According to the 2021 Construction Safety Report by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB), the multi-year (starting from 2018) decline in construction-related accidents in NYC has continued in 2021.
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Despite Strict Construction Guidelines and Safety Measures in NYC, Construction Accidents Still Happen
Negligence in the workplace or job site must never be tolerated, whether it’s failing to provide workers with proper safety equipment, reckless excavation, unstable scaffolding, or failing to provide proper training to workers.
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What to Do and How to Report a Hit and Run Accident in NYC If You Witness One
When a motorist crashes into another motorist or pedestrian and flees the scene without stopping to provide identification and rendering aid to people who may have been injured in the accident, this is considered a hit and run
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What Should I Do If I Encounter a Sinkhole and Get Hurt?
When thinking of all the potential dangers you may experience when driving your vehicle, a sinkhole suddenly appearing and swallowing up your vehicle is probably not at the top of your list.
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Can Lane Confusion Cause Construction Work Zone Accidents?
Yes, lane confusion can result in construction work zone accidents in NYC. A properly planned and implemented construction work zone is vital for the safe passage of pedestrians and motor vehicles during construction and maintenance activities on NYC roadways.
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How Do I Choose The Right Personal Injury Lawyer for Me? Why Lipsig?
In any type of personal injury claim, working with the right lawyer can mean the difference between securing the financial compensation you deserve for your losses and getting less than you deserve or nothing at all
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What is a Coma, and How Long Does It Take to Recover?
A coma is a condition or state of prolonged unconsciousness. It occurs when a permanent or temporary disruption of the brain function significantly impacts consciousness.
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What Should I Do If I am in an Accident in NY But Do Not Live There?
Did you get into a car accident while visiting New York? You’re probably shocked, confused, scared, and panicking because you don’t know what you should do next.
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Fatal Construction Accident in Queens
About 3 pm on April 6, 2022, FDNY officers responded to an accident report in Ridgewood where a construction worker had fallen approximately 20 feet down a huge hole.
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How Do I Properly Document a Motor Vehicle Accident?
No one ever plans on getting into a motor vehicle accident, but accidents can and do happen to many people.
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NYC Bridge Accidents Can Be Serious
A multi-vehicle crash left a driver in critical condition following an accident on Brooklyn Bridge.
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Injuries to NYC Construction Workers in 2022
As of May 2022, four construction workers were killed in construction accidents in NYC, and 192 workers have suffered injuries.
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What Should You Not Say to Your Insurance Company After an Accident?
Regardless of your relationship with your insurance provider, you should be very careful when you talk to them to report your accident. As a policyholder, one of your obligations is to report an accident that your insurer may have to cover.
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What Happens If I Have a Slip and Fall Accident on a Bronx Public Street?
Under the law, property owners are generally liable for accidents involving people who visit their property if the accident was caused by a hazardous property condition that the owner should have reasonably known and resolved in a timely manner.
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Who is Responsible for a Tunnel Accident in NYC?
Whether they’re conducting routine maintenance, blasting the ground below to create tunnels, or laying down pipes, tunnel workers, also commonly known as sandhogs, perform dangerous work that places their safety at risk every day.
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Safety Protocols are Critical on Queens Construction Sites
In January 2022, a man was killed in a construction site accident in Queens when his head was fatally struck by construction debris. He was 32 years old.
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More NY Construction Accidents than the U.S. Average
News of injured and fallen construction workers in NYC is consistently reported in press outlets, highlighting the need for the state to develop and maintain safeguards for construction workers.
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Steps to Take After a Hit and Run Accident in NYC
Motor vehicle crashes can be immensely overwhelming and can lead to potentially catastrophic and even fatal injuries.
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2022 Brings Deadly Car Accident Trends to NYC
A fatal crash on February 9 took the life of Davina Akofoba in Queens. She was only 10 years old. Davina was walking along the sidewalk near her school when a car from a supermarket parking lot sped out and hit her.
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New Building Laws Aim to Prevent NYC Construction Accidents
The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) has recently updated the city’s building and construction safety regulations. These comprehensive updates include thousands of minor changes and more than 600 major amendments to help improve the city’s safety.
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17 People Killed in Bronx Fire, The Deadliest Fire Accident in New York in 30 Years
17 people, which included eight kids, were killed in a Bronx apartment fire on January 9, 2021.
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Can I Remain Anonymous If I Witness a Car Accident in NYC?
Witness testimonies can be among the most convincing types of evidence in claims, lawsuits, and trials involving accidents.
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What If My Rental Car is Defective and It Caused Me a Serious Injury?
When you lease a vehicle from a rental agency, you naturally expect that you’ll be given a vehicle in excellent condition and without defects.
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Can a Passenger Be Responsible for Causing an Accident in Brooklyn?
Most motor vehicle crashes occur mainly due to driver error or negligence.
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The Dangers of Trench Accidents in NYC
Dozens of firefighters scrambled to a Bronx construction site on December 16, 2021, to rescue a construction worker who almost died because of a trench collapse.
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Age Groups at High Risks of Causing Car Accidents in NYC
Numerous studies have repeatedly shown that older and younger drivers have an increased risk of causing car accidents than drivers in the mid-age ranges.
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What You Should Do After a Slip and Fall Accident on Snow or Ice in NYC
The winter season brings with it the buildup of ice and snow all over NYC. With this buildup also comes an elevated risk of slip and fall accidents.
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Claims for Injuries on Private vs. Public Property in Queens
Serious accidents can occur without warning, whether you are on private property or a public place.
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Construction Worker Buried and Severely Injured in Bronx Trench Collapse Accident
On December 16, 2021, firefighters struggled to release a construction worker who was trapped after a trench collapse accident in the Bronx.
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Can You Use Drone Footage As Evidence In A Construction Case?
Were you aware that in New York City, the law gives people the right to record audio or video? Yet, this does not mean that there is a free for all.
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Are Schools Liable for Student Injuries?
You're likely aware that students do get injured while at school, but what you might not know is when a school would be liable for a student's injuries.
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How Common Are Hit And Run Accidents In NYC?
According to NYPD data, were you aware that hit and run accidents in New York City have increased approximately 26 percent? Hit and run accidents are unfortunately on the rise in New York City.
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Will an Insurance Adjuster Call You After an Accident?
Yes, an insurance claims adjuster will call you as soon as they learn about the injuries that their insured individual or policyholder caused you.
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Who is Liable in a Traumatic Brain Injury Claim?
The World Health Organization (WHO) found that traumatic brain injury or TBI surpassed a host of diseases as the top cause of disability and death in 2020.
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Dangerous Scaffold Accidents in Brooklyn
In a recent year, the BLS reported 880 incidents of falls (most of them related to scaffolding accidents), which resulted in deaths in various construction sites nationwide.
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Where Do Most Car Accidents in NY Happen?
Based on a report by the NYPD, as of October 2021, there have been 9,982 motor vehicle collisions in NYC.
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Tractor-Trailers Are a Risk in NYC
The tractor-tailors that we share our roads with are immensely heavy and massive in size, so they require considerable skill and care to drive safely.
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How Do I Prove the Other Driver Failed to Yield in an Accident?
Many dangerous traffic accidents are caused by the at-fault driver failing to yield properly. Proving fault in such accidents is often challenging.
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Determining Who Is at Fault in an Accident
Construction work is dangerous work, and this is exactly why there are so many safety rules, regulations, and restrictions in place.
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When Are Ladders Required on Construction Sites?
Accidents involving ladders are some of the most common and some of the deadliest construction accidents that happen in NYC.
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What to Know About Common Construction Accidents in New York
The construction industry remains to be the most hazardous industry in the U.S., where workers face a wide variety of health and safety risks daily.
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What Should I Do If I Was Hit By a Distracted Driver?
Motor vehicle accidents occur without any warning. Just one wrong maneuver from a distracted driver could change your life forever, but not for the better.
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Crosswalks Can be Dangerous for Pedestrians
As of July 2021, 63 people have lost their lives to pedestrian accidents in NYC, and 3,241 pedestrians have been injured. Oddly enough, crosswalks could pose serious problems for pedestrians
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More Fatal Uber and Lyft Crashes
Although the emergence of app-based ridesharing services, notably Lyft and Uber, has been recognized for their help in keeping more impaired and distracted drivers off U.S. roadways, increasing work opportunities
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Can a Company Be Held Liable for a Death on Their Property?
If your loved one is fatally injured on commercial property due to the company’s negligence, the company can be held liable for the wrongful death claim.
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A Common Cause of Brooklyn Car Crashes
While every car accident is dangerous, and while they can have any number of causes, one of the most common and most serious causes is excess speed, which a recent fiery crash in Brooklyn highlights only too well.
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How Do I Get a Police Report after an Accident?
If you’ve been harmed by another driver’s negligence, you’re going to ultimately need a police report, but you may have no idea how to go about making that happen.
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Self-Driving Delivery Cars Are on Their Way
We’ve all heard the hype about self-driving and fully autonomous vehicles, but the time has come, and self-driving delivery cars have made their debut
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What Makes NY Roads So Dangerous?
Even amidst the pandemic, ever-improving vehicle safety technology, and stricter road rules, approximately 38,680 individuals were killed in motor vehicle collisions in 2020.
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Premises Liability Accidents in Condos and Highrise’s
If you get hurt on a property because of the negligence of the property owner, manager, and other potentially liable parties, you may recover compensation through a premises liability claim.
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What to Do if You Suffer Injuries in a Car Accident in NYC But Don't Live Here
Motor vehicle accidents are unexpected, sudden events. They can occur just as easily while driving to and from work or while traveling for business or vacation out of state. While you might be familiar with the auto accident procedures in your home state, do you know what you should do when you get involved in a car accident in NYC, which isn’t your home state?
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Operation "Hardhat" Designed to Help Road Crews
Road crews in New York work alongside unpredictable traffic every day, and their lives depend on drivers being careful and driving safely. It is immensely crucial that drivers get rid of distractions, focus on driving, and pay close attention to workers on the road.
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Construction is One of the Most Dangerous Industries in NYC
The construction industry remains to be the most deadly industry in the U.S. In New York City alone, the private construction sector had the most deaths, 24 total, in 2019. According to the yearly report by the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) titled Deadly Skyline, OSHA violations committed by contractors directly coincide with the deaths of construction workers and further highlight that most of the deaths could have been prevented.
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Summer Months More Dangerous for Drivers
Memorial Day weekend is known to be the beginning of summer and is also known as the beginning of the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer”. Around this time, according to the AAA, the number of car accidents that result in deaths increases significantly, especially those involving teen drivers. The AAA adds that the number of fatalities in car accidents that involve teen drivers aged 16 to 19 increases by roughly 16% every single day compared with other seasons throughout the year.
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2020 Was a Record Year for NYC Traffic Fatalities (Despite Fewer Cars Being on the Road)
2020 was a year for the record books in many ways. The pandemic left us reeling and kept cars off our city streets, but the upshot of this decrease in traffic isn’t what you’d think. In fact, the New York Times reports that New York City saw a rise in traffic fatalities in 2020. Further, this trend isn’t specific to NYC. Across the nation, traffic fatality rates have soared, while traffic itself has languished.
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Unsafe Scaffolding Can Result in Fatal Falls
It is unfortunate that too many construction workers continue to get severely injured or die from scaffolding accidents that could have been prevented if not for negligent and intentional employer violations. According to the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health’s (NYCOSH) 2019 Deadly Skyline report, deadly falls account for a whopping 64% of construction fatalities in NYC.
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How Safe Are Cranes on Construction Sites?
Cranes are an essential element of construction work, which is essential to the city, but cranes are also responsible for some of the most spectacularly dangerous accidents out there. If you’re working on a crane, you’re working on a massive machine that very likely lifts you high into the sky, and there’s plenty of danger to go around in this equation.
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Self-Driving Trucks Are Coming Sooner than You Think
We’ve all heard the hype regarding trucks that drive themselves, but most of us thought that was something for the distant future. Not so, explains the Wall Street Journal. In fact, the self-driving startup TuSimple recently raised over a billion dollars in an IPO (which comes on the heels of a U.S. investigation into the company’s ties to China), and it’s poised to kick off driverless trucks this year.
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Can You Sue for Emotional Distress After a Car Accident in NY?
Being injured by someone else's negligence in a car accident can leave you with serious physical injuries that can make moving forward with your life very difficult. A violent car accident, however, can also lead to immense psychological pain and emotional distress for which you also need compensation, and in the State of New York, you can seek this compensation in your car accident claim.
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How Much Money Do You Get for a Back Injury from a Car Accident?
Back injuries can be highly disruptive. Not only are they exceptionally painful, but they are also prone to causing lingering pain. Suffering a back injury as a result of another driver’s negligence can be especially difficult, but obtaining just compensation can go a long way toward helping you reach your fullest recovery.
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Will Drones Be Used on Construction Sites?
The feds are opening up the playing field for automated drones – that don't have human pilots guiding them – on job sites, and it raises safety questions related to construction workers (and others) on the ground for construction companies.
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How Often Do Accident Cases Go to Trial in NY?
If you’ve been injured by someone else’s negligence, you may dread the thought of going to trial to obtain the compensation you need.
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COVID, Construction, and Legal Claims
The global pandemic has rocked our world in ways we couldn’t begin to imagine at the outset. It’s no wonder that the construction industry is now facing the issue of how less-than-robust precautions on the part of construction companies may have affected the health of construction workers and what kinds of injury claims may be on the horizon.
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Department of Buildings Gets Serious about Safety
The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) Cycle 9 FISP (Facade Inspection and Safety Program) rules include an amendment involved that went into effect on February 20.
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NYC Building Department Looks to a New Safety Credentialing System
Construction work is right up there with the most dangerous jobs available, and New York City has its fair share of construction workers.
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After an Accident, is it Better to Settle out of Court or Go to Trial?
If you have been injured in an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, it’s only natural to wonder about whether you are better off settling out of court or proceeding to trial.
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America’s Parking Lot Scores High in Terms of Danger
There is a section of the Cross Bronx Expressway – often lovingly referred to as America’s Parking Lot – that Go Safe Labs has deemed one of the most dangerous roadways in the nation.
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Does Health Insurance Affect Your Car Accident Claim?
When it comes to car accidents, New York is what is known as a no-fault state. This means that if you are injured in a car accident – regardless of who is at fault – your claim will process through your own car insurance coverage.
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3 Examples of When Workers Can Sue after a Construction Accident
Construction work is one of the deadliest occupations out there, and if you’ve been injured on the job, you likely have a long path back toward recovery.
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NY Hit-and-Run Accidents Cost Lives over First Weekend in 2021
Gothamist shares that hit-and-run accidents are all too real – and are often deadly. In fact, there was a spate of deadly hit-and-run accidents over the first weekend of 2021 in the City.
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The Streets of NYC Were Deadly in 2020
According to Gothamist (brought to us by New York Public Radio), the streets of New York City in 2020 stood out as one of the deadliest years in terms of traffic accidents.
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What Does No-Fault Insurance Mean?
New York is what is known as a no-fault insurance state. This means that fault is not factored into most car insurance claims, and they are filed with the injured party’s car insurance provider.
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Can You Sue Someone for Slipping on Ice?
If you've lived through a New York winter or two, you know that we see our fair share of ice. While you may think that accidents related to slipping on ice are just part of the deal, property owners owe their visitors protection from unreasonable risk, which typically extends to icy sidewalks.
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Do You Pay Taxes on Personal Injury Settlements in NY?
Taxes are complicated, and personal injury claims are complicated. When you combine the two, things become more complicated still. Better understanding how your personal injury settlement will (or will not) be taxed can help you move forward with greater clarity.
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NYC Slip & Fall Accidents: What to Do after Slipping on Snow or Ice
Slip and fall accidents are among the most common accidents in New York City, and they can be surprisingly serious. Further, ice and snow are often the culprits behind these dangerous accidents.
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How Safe Is Scaffolding?
If you spend any amount of time in New York City, you are well acquainted with the sight of scaffolding above you – and sometimes, far above you.
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Delayed Complaint-Driven DOB Inspections Could Lead to Injuries
According to the New York City Comptroller, the Department of Buildings (DOB) promotes the safety of everyone who works, builds, and lives in New York City, and their role in this involves regulating lawful uses of more than a million construction sites and buildings throughout the five boroughs.
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How Does the Insurance Company Determine Pain and Suffering?
If someone else’s negligence leaves you injured in an accident, your physical, financial, and emotional damages may be extensive.
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What Shouldn’t I Say to My Insurance Company after an Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a traffic accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, your claim will initially be processed through your own insurance company.
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Bad Weather Accidents: Who Is at Fault?
Driving safely is all about following the rules of the road and accommodating other motorists in our midst. Many factors, however, affect safe driving, and inclement weather is a big one.
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Vision Zero: NYC’s Dusk and Darkness Campaign Continues
When daylight savings time ended right along with the month of October, NYC kicked off its fifth annual Dusk and Darkness campaign, which focuses on raising awareness about the increase in pedestrian accidents that is associated with increased darkness.
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What Happens if the At-Fault Driver Doesn’t Have Sufficient Insurance?
To register a car in New York, motorists must carry a minimum amount of liability insurance, which is called into action if they are responsible for an accident.
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What Information Do I Need When I Meet with an Attorney?
If you’ve been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, such as in a traffic accident, a slip and fall caused by a negligent commercial property owner, an accident on the job site, or any other kind of accident, you’re going to need an experienced NYC personal injury attorney on your side.
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Do I Need an Accident Report?
New York City sees more than its fair share of traffic, and this translates to plenty of traffic accidents. While no traffic accident is ever exactly the same as any other, there are some basic truths that hold across all cases.
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Who Is Responsible for a Sinkhole on an NYC Sidewalk?
The Gothamist reports that in late October, a man walking in the Bronx fell 15 feet below the ground when the sidewalk gave way. FDNY personnel rushed to the scene and performed a technical rescue to retrieve the fallen man.
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The Latest Wave of COVID-19 Is Not Great for the Construction Industry
The Coronavirus pandemic that began in early 2020 has affected every industry in the United States in some way or another.
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The United States: In Need of Infrastructure Repair
According to Construction Dive, an online newsletter that focuses on headlines in the construction industry, our nation’s tunnels, bridges, dams, and drinking water lines are all in need of some serious repair.
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How Safe Do You Feel on the Cross Bronx Expressway?
Not for nothing, the Cross Bronx Expressway is known as America’s parking lot, and if the Cross Bronx leaves you feeling nervous, there’s a good reason for that.
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Slowing Down the Streets of NYC
Residents and visitors of New York City alike know how heavy traffic can be, and whether you drive or not, that traffic can directly affect your safety.
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5 Injured when Car Jumps Curb
When it comes to traffic accidents, pedestrians are obviously most vulnerable to serious injuries. When you’re on foot, after all, there is nothing to protect you from the immense impact of any ensuing accident.
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AmazonBasics: Up in Smoke?
If you need something and you are anything like the majority of the population, you head over to Amazon to purchase it. In fact, many consumers don’t even bother looking anywhere else.
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What is FAIR? Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal
Many employees don't realize that they don't have the right to sue their bosses. This misunderstanding is often due to mandatory arbitration clauses that are often slipped .
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Should You Settle with Your Insurance Company after a Car Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, it’s only natural to want to put the whole mess behind you and to allow the insurance company involved to do its job and compensate you for your damages.
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Are Self-Driving Semis Safe, and Should they be Tested on Our Roads?
We’ve all heard the hubbub about self-driving trucks, but what’s it really all about and how safe is this practice. Apparently, driverless trucks are already out there – quietly doing their thing – and the safety implications are yet to be accurately tallied.
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What Not to Do after an Injury or Accident in NY
If someone else's negligence leaves you injured in an accident, it's difficult to know what to do next. You're obviously in a vulnerable position, and because each and every accident is unique to the circumstances involved, there is no one sure path forward.
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Who Is Responsible for Your Truck Accident Losses?
Truck accidents are nothing if not extremely dangerous and extremely injurious. If someone else’s negligence causes you to be injured in a truck accident, your losses are likely to be immense.
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Will Adding Bike Lanes Help Minimize Bike Accidents?
In response to the unprecedented ravages of COVID-19, New York City’s mayor has added an additional nine miles of bike lanes in its Open Streets initiative. The pandemic – and the need for social distancing it has created – has led to a similarly unprecedented surge in biking.
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What to Do if You’re Injured by an Underinsured Driver
If you’ve been seriously injured in a car accident that was caused by someone who carries only the minimum requirement for liability insurance, that driver’s insurance may be inadequate to cover the full extent of your damages.
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Does Every Car Accident Claim go to Court in New York?
If another motorist’s negligence leaves you injured in a car accident, it also leaves you in a difficult position.
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Is There a Future for Drones in Accident Cases?
When traffic accidents happen, the accident scene typically has to be assessed by the police to determine the circumstances involved and to help clear the crash site so that traffic can begin to proceed safely again.
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Construction Site Explosion Kills NYC Worker
A recent seemingly freak accident caused by an exploding fire extinguisher in Manhattan left one construction worker dead and one other seriously injured.
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Stand Down for Safety
Construction work is dangerous work, and the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration shares that falls from elevations on job sites continue to be the leading cause of death for construction workers.
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Does a Posted Caution Sign Mitigate a Business’s Liability in a Slip and Fall?
You’ve seen the yellow warning tents in businesses that let you know a floor is wet, a spill has occurred – or anything else. While it’s nice to have the heads up, the fact of these warning signs.
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Do You Need a Police Report after a Slip and Fall Accident in NYC?
Slip and fall accidents are notoriously dangerous and can lead to chronic health concerns. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident that was caused by the business’s negligence, the last thing on your mind is probably obtaining a police report.
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NY Governor Announces Statewide Crackdown on Work Zone Infractions
Road construction disrupts the flow of traffic and increases the risk associated with driving. Road construction, however, is critical to our ability to help keep our roads safe for all.
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Is the Trucking Community Being Pushed Beyond its Limits?
Massive semi-trucks keep our economy humming. We’re doing more and more of our shopping online, which translates to having even more semi-trucks and delivery trucks on our highways and byways.
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An App Geared Toward Driving Distracted
We all know that driving while distracted is a dangerous proposition, but life is nothing if not distracting, and we’ve all succumbed to distracted driving a time or two. Fortunately, there’s now an app for that.
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Are NYC Bike Lanes Dangerous for Pedestrians and Motorists?
Getting around by bike is a great option – especially in a city as bustling as New York City. Biking has a lot to recommend it – reducing your carbon footprint, doing away with the worry of parking, and allowing you to get some exercise in.
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New Guidelines for Construction Workers in NY
The effects of COVID-19 are far-reaching, and the State of New York, our nation, and the world are scrambling to keep up. Nearly every occupation has been affected, and because the construction business is no different, new guidelines have been instigated.
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Ridesharing Accidents Linked to Pick Ups and Drop Offs
Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the way we get around. After all, it’s hard to beat having your own personal driver as close as that app on your phone.
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How Long Do You Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in NY?
If you’ve lost a loved one as a result of someone else’s negligence or recklessness, you’ve been dealt a tragic blow that is extremely difficult to recover from.
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What Damages Can Be Recovered in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Wrongful death suits are the most tragic civil cases because they involve the loss of a loved one. If you’ve lost a family member to someone else’s negligence or other wrongful act, you may be able to recover for certain financial losses.
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Recent Crash Raises Safety Concerns about Expanded Outdoor Dining in NYC
In the new reality wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic, we are all looking for ways to keep our lives and the economy chugging along, while making concessions – lots and lots of concessions.
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Is there a Difference in the Law for Child Injury Cases?
Typically, child injury cases are analyzed using the same legal rules as any other case. When determining liability for an accident, a lawyer will need to analyze what actions led up to the incident, which can help identify who is liable for any injuries.
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Slow Progress on Cyclist Safety in NYC
Despite rhetoric from Mayor de Blasio, New York City has not appreciably improved its safety record when it comes to cyclists. As NPR reports, cyclists have continued to suffer many fatal accidents.
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If New York is a No-Fault State, Who is Liable in a Car Accident?
Although New York is a no-fault state, liability is still important in many cases. Motorists in New York must carry both no-fault personal injury protection (PIP) benefits and bodily injury liability coverage.
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What Role Does Your Attorney Play in a Lawsuit?
Choosing the right attorney is one of the most important decisions faced by personal injury victims. Many lawyers lack knowledge of this area of law, which compromises their ability to get their clients the necessary funds to help them move on with the rest of their lives.
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Construction Workers Take Action against Hudson Yard
The $25 billion Hudson Yards development has provided work for countless construction workers. Unfortunately, far too many have also suffered serious injuries.
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Can a Company Be Held Liable for a Fight with Injuries on their Property?
Fights happen. Whether people are amped up due to alcohol, drugs, or the intoxicating effects of a sporting event, too many fights break out in bars and other establishments around New York City.
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School Bus Rear-Ended in Sullivan County
According to the National Safety Council, riding a school bus is the safest way for children to be transported to school, safer than walking or even being driven by their parents.
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School Bus Accidents Happening in Spite of Safety Rules
Getting children to school safely on a bus is one of the fundamental responsibilities of school districts.
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Construction Site Accident Leaves 1 Dead in Queens
One of the dangers that many construction workers face is the problem of a wall collapsing. Buildings that have been only partially constructed are not as solid as many workers might think, and any number of problems could lead to a wall falling on top of them.
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Latino Workers Are Especially Vulnerable to Construction Accidents
Construction is a dangerous profession, but the risk of injuries might not fall equally on all races. According to The Center for Popular Democracy, well over half of the workers who died on construction sites were recent immigrants or Latinos who had been born in the United States.
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What to Do after a Hit-and-Run?
Fleeing the scene of an accident is against New York law. In particular, New York Vehicle & Traffic Law SEC. 600 makes it a crime to fail to stop after a crash.
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Boat Owners Need to Know about Brianna’s Law
The death of an 11-year-old girl in a boating accident back in 2005 was the inspiration for a new law advancing boater safety in New York State.
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Who is Liable for an Accident in a Parking Garage in NY?
Thousands of vehicles are crammed into the city's parking garages every hour of every single day. Given the congestion, we are surprised that there are not more accidents.
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Documenting Your Accident with Photographs
There are many questions after an accident, but the most important is “What happened?”.
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Were You Injured by Reckless Driving?
New York has stiff laws on the books against reckless driving. In particular, Vehicle & Traffic Laws Section 1212 makes it a misdemeanor offense to drive in a way that unreasonably interferes with the use of the highway or that endangers the public unreasonably.
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Are NY Construction Workers on Job Sites During The COVID-19 Pandemic?
As most readers know, Governor Cuomo has shut down “non-essential” businesses as part of his “PAUSE” Executive Order signed in late March. But what about construction? Our city’s horizon is constantly evolving due to the endless stream of construction projects.
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Should I Take the Low Settlement from My Insurance Company?
No! Any insurance settlement offer should be closely analyzed to make sure that it is fully compensating a person for their injuries.
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Do You Need to File a Crash Report with the DMV?
New York State collects crash information and makes those statistics available to the public. However, the stats are only as good as the reporting.
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Can Facebook Posts Be Used in a Personal Injury Case?
According to The Balance, about 240 million Americans use Facebook, at least occasionally, to post pictures of their families and provide updates to their followers.
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What Will Happen to My Accident Case During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic has completely altered everyday life in New York City, as well as the rest of the state. Not only has the Governor issued a stay-at-home order, but he has also closed non-essential businesses.
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Pedestrians Lift SUV Off Woman after Crash
Perhaps more than anyone else, pedestrians are at risk of suffering fatal injuries in an accident. Sometimes, the most serious injuries a pedestrian faces stem from having a heavy car resting on them.
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Woman Sues for Accident that Led to Losing her Legs
A tourist who lost her legs in a horrific train accident intends to sue, reports the New York Post. The woman, Visaya Hoffie from Australia, fell a month ago on the Path train tracks after tripping in the 14th Street station early in the morning.
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Landlords and Unsafe Living Environments in New York City
Despite many detailed regulations, New York’s landlords continue to fall short of providing a safe living environment for their tenants.
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A Message to our Clients Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
With the uncertainty created by the COVID-19 coronavirus and the New York state “PAUSE” orders, we are reaching out to share an update on Lipsig, Shapey, Manus & Moverman’s response to this serious public health issue.
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Woman Injured in Union Square by Flying Furniture
In an unusual accident, ABC7 NY reports that a woman was injured during a strong rainstorm in late January.
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Manhole Explosion Season in Around the Corner
It sounds too bizarre to be true—people are being injured all around New York City by exploding manhole covers.
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Why Should You Hire an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer?
Personal injury law is a very wide field, and not all attorneys have relevant experience in it.
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How Cold Weather Affects Construction Workers
Construction is a dangerous profession. In New York State, construction workers make up only 4% of jobs but 20% of all occupational deaths.
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The Lurking Danger of Delivery Truck Accidents
With so many people shopping online, the city has seen an explosion of delivery trucks that carry packages straight to a consumer's door. Unsurprisingly, we are seeing more collisions between these box trucks and pedestrians.
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Importance of Police Reports in an Accident
If you’ve been involved in an accident – even if you don’t think it was especially serious – you need to call the police and obtain a police report. In fact, this is your first order of business (after checking to make sure no one needs an ambulance).
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When Must You Disclose Medical Records in New York Personal Injury Litigation?
If you’ve been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, your attendant medical records –and even your medical history – are likely going to play an important role in your personal injury claim.
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Social Media is Not a Good Place to Discuss Your Accident
Today, many people live their entire lives online. Others use Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter to share important events, such as marriage or the birth of a child.
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Is Personal Injury Protection (PIP) required for Auto Insurance in New York State?
New York is a no-fault state when it comes to car accidents, and this means that your own no-fault insurance policy will cover a certain amount of damages you or your passengers incur in a traffic accident – even if the other driver is at fault.
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What Kind of Lawyer Do I Need to Defend a Car Accident Case?
Most personal injury lawyers represent accident victims on contingency. But those who are named as defendants in lawsuits also need legal help. Fortunately, their insurance company should be able to find an attorney and pay the fee for legal representation.
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What Determines Fault in a Car Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, who’s at fault will be a determining factor in how you’ll be compensated by the insurance company – or by the at-fault party.
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Wearable Technology that Alerts Truckers to Fatigue
Truckers spend long, often-grueling hours behind the wheel of their rigs, and fatigue can obviously pose a threat to their safe travel.
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Injured? Prepare for an Insurance Company’s Lowball Offer
Insurance companies are some of the largest businesses in New York, just as they are in other states. And they did not get this way by paying out generous benefits after an injured victim makes a claim.
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Can Creditors Take My Personal Injury Settlement in New York?
If you have large debts, you might be facing a garnishment action or considering bankruptcy. Some collections agencies are very aggressive and use every legal tool available to squeeze money out of debtors, often by hounding them at all hours of the day and night.
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The Stages of a Personal Injury Lawsuit
After an accident, you might reach a settlement with the person who injured you. But in many situations, you need to file a lawsuit.
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Are Hit and Run Accidents Increasing in NYC?
It is against the law for motorists to flee the scene after an accident. If someone was in the vehicle at the time of a collision, then a motorist should stop and render assistance.
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Cement Truck Hits Woman in Brooklyn
The new decade has gotten off to a rough start for pedestrians in Brooklyn. According to News 12, a cement truck collided with a 68-year-old woman in Borough Park.
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Wall Collapse Kills Construction Worker
A devastating accident in late October has killed one construction worker in Manhattan and injured another.
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Legal Update: New York Ridesharing Laws and Restrictions
Ridesharing companies like Lyft and Uber have been operating in New York City for several years now, and these services have undoubtedly changed the way New Yorkers are tourists get around the City.
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Senior Drivers Can Cause Serious Car Accidents
A recent article in the New York Post highlights a fatal accident on the streets of Brooklyn in which a pedestrian was struck and killed by a senior driver.
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Uber Facing Legal Issues After Self Driving Car Struck Pedestrian
Uber has had its share of legal issues, but a recent article in the Washington Post highlights a recent problem with its self-driving cars.
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New Ladder Requirements Aimed at Work Site Safety
Many workplace accidents happen on ladders. Workers can either fall from a ladder that has been carelessly set up or else injured when a defective ladder collapses underneath them.
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Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxed in New York?
If you have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, you have been through plenty – not the least of which is bringing your personal injury claim.
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NYC Injury Update: Dump Truck Hit & Run in Brooklyn
Another dump truck accident has claimed the life of a woman in Brooklyn. As reported by the New York Daily News, this accident occurred in Bensonhurst, on the 86th street near Bay Parkway.
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Winter Weather Poses Challenge to Pedestrians
If you navigate the city on foot, it gives you a lot of freedom that drivers simply don’t have. It’s important, however, to pay careful attention to what winter weather means for you as a pedestrian.
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Falling on NYC Sidewalks: Who Is to Blame?
With winter fast approaching, pedestrians will soon have another hazard to confront in addition to negligent motorists: snow and ice accumulation.
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Plumbers Face Dangerous Accidents
Most of us don’t think about the work that plumbers do – until we need one in a plumbing emergency. The fact is, however, that plumbing can be very dangerous work.
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Serious Injuries Sustained in MTA Accidents
Recent reports show that the number of injuries to MTA bus riders in the absence of collisions have increased this past year - by a significant 11 percent. These numbers show that the risks of serious injuries exists even when buses do not crash, as 494 injuries were reported without a collision.
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Can I Sue NY City for a Pothole Accident Injury?
When you drive in New York City, you naturally expect plenty of traffic, but you may not realize how many potholes are out there. The fact is that a pothole can seem to come out of nowhere, and there is often simply no way to avoid these dangerous defects.
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Can You Appeal a Workers’ Comp Denial?
Yes. Those who have been injured on the job will be pleased to know that their initial denial is not the end of the matter.
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When Construction Equipment Fails, Injured Workers Can Often Sue
Construction job sites have come a long way over the past 50 years. No longer does equipment consist of only hammer and nails, along with a few table saws. Today, construction workers must use powerful electrical tools, many of which are inherently dangerous.
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2019 Is a Dangerous Year for MTA Bus Riders
Buses help alleviate traffic, but they also must navigate safely with traffic, and when bus drivers fail to do so, it can result in serious passenger injuries.
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Recent Brooklyn Accidents Illustrate the Dangers to Pedestrians
With so many people moving around in Brooklyn at all hours of the day and night, it is no surprise that traffic accidents happen. Lately, however, there has been a rash of collisions between vehicles and pedestrians in the Brooklyn area, some of which have had tragic results.
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Bronx Construction Worker Killed after Building Collapse
A building collapse in the Bronx has raised concerns in the community about the safety of new construction. According to CBS New York, the collapse occurred in the Norwood section of the Bronx, at 94E. 208th Street.
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Midtown Construction Accident Results in Fatal Injuries
When you live in the city, you accept construction projects as part of your day-to-day life. In fact, it’s so ubiquitous that most of us do not dive it second thought as we walk or drive by (or under) construction zones.
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How is Pain & Suffering Determined in an Accident?
New York law allows accident victims to receive compensation for pain and suffering. This is a legal term that covers a variety of losses that reduce a person’s quality of life, such as physical pain, mental anguish, embarrassment, and physical or mental limitations.
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Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Large commercial trucks transport goods from New York City to around the country. Without these trucks, economic activity would undeniably decline, and New Yorkers wouldn’t enjoy fresh fruit in winter or wine from California vineyards.
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Ladder Defects Can Lead to Serious Accidents
Ladder safety is critical on job sites. If ladders are placed too close to power lines, for example, then workers can be electrocuted if the ladder moves slightly.
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Safety Violations Discovered after Scaffolding-Related Fatality in NYC
This past June, a construction worker was repairing and replacing the brick facade of a building in Hamilton Heights when he fell from the second story of the scaffolding structure.
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Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
After an accident, your first instinct might be to handle your claim yourself. After all, lawyers cost money, and many people believe they can handle their dispute perfectly well without a lawyer’s assistance.
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Crane Boom Breaks in East Village
Cranes can be seen around the city lifting materials at construction sites. Without cranes, building construction would be dramatically slower. However, these cranes are also dangerous.
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What are Third-Party Construction Injury Claims?
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in New York. Workers can suffer serious injuries by falling or after getting struck with an object.
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How Much is a Construction Injury Claim Worth?
Construction injuries can cost tens of thousands of dollars to treat, and they can also cost a worker thousands more in lost wages.
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Falls are One of Construction’s “Fatal Four” Accidents
Based on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) data, construction accidents accounted for almost 1 in 5 work-related fatalities.
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Posting About Your Work Accident is Not a Good Idea
In recent years, when something happens in our lives, it seems like many people immediately turn to social media
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Four Severe Injuries Workers Sustain Due to Scaffolding or Ladder Accidents
Construction workers regularly work on scaffolding and ladders, which comes with the risk of serious accidents.
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Scaffolding Accidents Can Leave Victims With Extremely Serious Injuries
New construction is a constant in New York City, and the past decade has seen a construction boom that is just starting to show signs of slowing down. While new construction can certainly benefit developers, construction workers, property owners, and others, it also puts workers and passersby at a risk of serious injuries caused by scaffolding accidents.
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Commercial Truck Tire Blowouts Can Cause Serious Accidents
Large commercial trucks like semis, tractor-trailers, tanker trucks, and car haulers are an unavoidable constant of roadways throughout the United States. These vehicles and their cargo can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds and travel at speeds of 70 miles per hour or more, and when their tires blowout, it can cause drivers to lose control and cause catastrophic accidents.
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NYC Toxic Exposure Attorneys
Your lungs are a vital part of your body and are constantly working to provide oxygen to your brain and body. Respiratory disorders can be painful, costly, and can cause breathing impairments that keep you from working or even living a normal life without medical assistance.
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Can a Homeowner Be Held Liable For Injuries To a Construction Worker?
For a homeowner, hiring contractors and construction teams to complete improvements can significantly increase the equity in their home. However, there is a reason that homeowners hire professionals to do the work, as most construction projects come with serious risks.
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Construction Workers Are at a High Risk for Traumatic Brain Injuries
Each day construction workers head to work, they are exposed to a risk of sustaining serious injuries, including potentially life-changing traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). These injuries can disrupt the way the brain normally functions and can affect victims for months or even years.
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Legal Options for Injured Construction Workers in NYC
Construction is consistently ranked as one of the most dangerous industries in which a person can work. If you have ever been to a construction site, it’s easy to understand why – between working from heights, power tools, heavy machinery, exposed electrical wiring, and other things common to construction sites, there are injury hazards at every turn.
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Toxic Exposure is Serious
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that thousands of chemical-related incidents occur annually...
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Falling Objects on Construction Sites Can Cause Serious Injury or Death
Construction projects typically involve a number of parties, including the employer, contractor, subcontractor, and the construction workers...
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According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), a division of the U.S. Department of Labor, an estimated 2.3 million construction workers – 65 percent of those in the construction industry – work on scaffolds...
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Construction Worker Deaths on the Rise
Despite significant regulation, the construction industry continues to see too many serious accidents that result in catastrophic injuries and even death...
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Safety Tips for NYC Construction Workers
Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in New York City. Every day,
workers encounter significant risks like working from heights, power tools,
dangerous and toxic materials, heavy machinery, and falling objects...
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How Alcohol & Drug Abuse Affect Construction Site Safety
Construction sites are dangerous under even the best circumstances. According to statistics, the construction industry accounts for about 18% of all workplace fatalities...
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New Law Mandates 40 Hours of Safety Training
In May 2018, the City Council adopted a bill that will require 40 hours of training for those who work in construction. The bill immediately proved to be controversial, which is not surprising. Any regulation of the construction industry usually receives pushback, especially from the...
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Construction Worker Killed in a Forklift Accident in Queens
Construction job sites are full of heavy machinery, which can be very dangerous to those who need to operate it, as well as to bystanders. A
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First Steps after a Ladder Fall While on the Job New York City
According to federal government statistics, in 2011 falls at work resulted in 113 deaths and around 15,000 injuries serious enough to cause a person to miss at least one day from work. If you’ve been injured in a fall from a ladder, you’re likely experiencing considerable pain and stress...
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Choosing the Right Bronx Personal Injury Attorney
If you have been injured in a preventable accident and are trying to find a personal injury lawyer in New York to represent you, there’s a good chance you’re overwhelmed...
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New York City Construction Accident Report: September 20, 2018
If you only look around New York City you can see that there is always construction going on. The construction industry is booming in NYC...
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New York City Construction Accident Report: August 22, 2018
If you only look around New York City you can see that there is always construction going on. The construction industry is booming in NYC...
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New York City Construction Accident Report – July 26, 2018
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in New York City, with dozens of fatal accidents and countless other injuries happening each year. Although...
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New York Construction Accident Report: June 26, 2018
New York City is always growing, with a variety of construction projects underway at any given moment. This is one of the busiest construction industries...
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New York City Construction Accident & News Report: May 25, 2018
New York City is one of the busiest real estate markets in the world and continues to grow each day. With thousands of New Yorkers...
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New York City Construction Accident Report: April 18, 2018
Preventable construction accidents continue to be a major problem in New York and throughout the country. Even as authorities try to improve safety regulations, too...
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New York City Construction Accident Report: March 14, 2018
Even though the construction industry has come under fire in recent years for frequent safety violations, this profession continues to be one of New York...
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New York City Construction Accident Report: February 28, 2018
Even though activists and oversight groups have been trying to tackle the problem, preventable construction accidents continue to be a serious issue plaguing New York...
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Abogado Charles Wisell Represente a los Derechos de Mujer Herida en Queens, Nueva York
1 de Febrero de 2018 – Una mujer que sufrió heridas graves tras un accidente tragico ha finalmente encontrado a la representactión legal por su...
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Report Claims New York State Construction Fatalities Highest Since 2002
According to a report by a union-backed group called the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health, there were more construction deaths in the...
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New York Construction Accident Roundup Report: January 24, 2018
For the past several years, preventable construction accidents, injuries, and deaths have become a serious problem in New York City and throughout the country. Unions...
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Do Athletes Ever Have Grounds For Lawsuits After Sports Injuries?
Anyone who plays or watches sports understands that injuries are part of the game. Contact sports like football and hockey involve extremely athletic and powerful...
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Can You Sue A Restaurant For Food Poisoning?
When you go out to eat in New York City, you don’t expect to contract an illness because of food poisoning. This city is home...
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New York City Accident & Legal News Report: December 8th, 2017
In our biweekly NYC accident and legal news report, we look at two serious auto accidents, a call for increased tour bus safety regulations, and...
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New York City Accident & Legal News Report – November 22, 2017
Every day in New York City, innocent people are injured and killed in preventable accidents caused by another person’s negligence. Our biweekly NYC accident roundup...
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Can You Sue The NYPD For Emotional Distress & Physical Injuries?
Over the past several years, the issues of police brutality and abuses of power have become a major part of the national dialogue. These issues...
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New York City Accident & Legal News Report – November 9th
Our New York City accident and legal news report for November 9th examines a work accident in Queens, a brick falling through an MTA bus...
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Who Can Be Held Liable For Injuries At A Concert?
Rapper Travis Scott is infamous for creating rowdy and sometimes dangerous environments at his concerts – including mosh pits, crowd surfing, and stage diving. In...
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NYC Accident Report – October 20th, 2017
In our New York City accident report for October 20th, we take a look at three tragic examples of reckless individuals causing accidents and leaving...
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Who Is Liable When A Child Gets Injured At School In NYC?
Last month, parents in the Bronx and throughout NYC were shocked to hear news of one high school student murdering another in the middle of...
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Weekly New York City Accident Report: October 6th, 2017
In our weekly report on major accidents and legal news in New York City, we examine an accident which injured three pedestrians in Midtown Manhattan,...
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September 29, 2017- Accident Report Roundup
This week’s accident report includes construction and vehicle-related accidents as well as a ruling on a wrongful death lawsuit. Construction Workers Die Hours Apart In...
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Is There A Policy In Construction For Working While On Opioids?
In 2015, 20,101 of the 52,404 drug overdose deaths in the United States were due to prescription opioids. The number of deaths attributed to prescription...
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September 14, 2017- New York Accident Report
This week a number of accidents took place in Manhattan and one of those accidents includes a woman who was struck and severely injured by...
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Who Should Be Sued When A Public Tree Falls?
In July 2017, a woman was walking through Central Park in New York City when a large tree limb broke away from a tree and...
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Who Is Liable When Faulty Materials Cause A Construction Accident?
In June 2017, Grenfell Tower in London burned completely when cladding installed to the outside of the building caught fire. The cladding is banned in...
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New York Accident Report Roundup- August, 18 2017
This week’s New York accidents include a tree that toppled over and injured a mom of three in Central Park, as well as a construction worker...
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Recent Manhattan Sexual Assault Case Highlights Civil Court Options
A successful dancer and choreographer who was involved in a sexual assault incident on Sunday, July 9, 2017, recently had his charges downgraded in a...
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August 4, 2017- New York Accident Report
This week’s New York accident report roundup includes two taxi related crashes with one that left an elderly woman dead. Manhattan Accidents Three People Injured...
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New York Accident Roundup- July 28, 2017
This week’s accident report roundup includes a construction worker who is in critical condition after he suffered a high-voltage electrical shock. New York Accidents Construction...
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Why Does New York City Seem To Have So Many Elevator Accidents?
Despite the lack of any centralized reporting system for calculating elevator accident statistics, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that 27 people die every...
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Accident Report Roundup-July 14, 2017
This week, the deranged driver who crashed into 21 pedestrians in Times Square pleaded not guilty. Below are more accidents and charges that followed in...
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How Do Most New York City Auto Accidents Occur?
From March 2014 to April 2015, there were 223,141 collisions involving motor vehicles in New York City, with the majority of those accidents taking place...
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Who Is Responsible When Employees Are Exposed To Asbestos?
Asbestos is a fire-proof material that causes a form of cancer called mesothelioma if it is inhaled into the lungs. It was a material that...
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When the term repetitive strain injuries is mentioned, it is easy to think that this is something that affects a limited number of people in...
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New York Weekly Accident Report, June 16, 2017
This week’s Manhattan accident roundup includes a Citi Bike cyclist who was the first bicyclist to die since the ride-sharing program started in New York...
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Manhattan, NY June 2, 2017 Accident Round-Up
A man jumped onto a dump-truck without the driver’s knowledge in Midtown Manhattan. This is one of the accidents that took place in Manhattan.Below is...
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When Do Product Liability Laws Apply To Adopted Pets Like Dogs?
It is estimated that 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs every year, and 800,000 of those bites result in injuries serious enough for a...
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$13 Million Verdict Obtained For Slip & Fall Victim By Partner Marc Freund
On Thursday, April 6th, 2017, a Bronx jury awarded a Lipsig, Shapey, Manus, & Moverman client $13 million dollars. Her Future Forever Changed The plaintiff...
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The Dangers Of A Natural Gas Explosion On A Construction Site
Construction work is filled with hazards that are both seen and unseen. But even with the hazards that are unseen, there are precautions that can...
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The topic of butt implant surgeries inevitably brings up smiles and giggles, but the potential for surgical mistakes that could be catastrophic is very high....
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When a surgery goes well, the surgeon gets the pats on the back and is the one who tells the family the good news. But...
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Imagine driving down the road and you see someone video chatting while they are behind the wheel. A responsible driver will do everything they can...
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There is probably a lot the average patient does not know about the idea of informed consent when it comes to their doctor’s activities. If...
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In the world of product liability cases, it is critically important that each person involved in the lawsuit is properly identified. When there is a...
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The Real Dangers Associated With Elevators
Jacob Helvey was only three years old when the new elevator just installed into his home malfunctioned and caused serious injuries. Jacob decided to try...
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What Happens When A Sexual Assault Occurs On A Flight?
The United States F.B.I. reported 170 crimes were committed aboard airplanes in 2014. The F.B.I. is responsible for handling all crimes that occur on flights...
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Distracting Apps Make Teen Driving More Dangerous
In 2013, 2,927 people died in car accidents caused by teen drivers. In a recent story published on CNN.com, seven out of every 10 teenage...
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Have Recent Events Affected Police Brutality Laws?
In August 2014, the frustration the African American public has had with the police in the United States boiled over into a riot in Ferguson,...
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When someone suffers a traumatic brain injury as the result of someone else’s negligence, it is not uncommon for the case to wind up in...
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The public has an accurate image of police protecting people and maintaining the peace. But in recent years, a spotlight has been shining on police...
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In 2011, Diana Guerrero was a rookie cop trying to find her way on a small police force in a New Mexico town. Before 2011...
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According to the New York Times, there were 231 construction accidents in New York City in 2014 and eight of those accidents resulted in deaths....
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Police Brutality Is A Real Problem In New York And The Country
According to Newsday, approximately 200 Long Island police officers were charged with some sort of misconduct crime between 2008 and 2013. Out of those 200...
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A List Of 9 Prominent Medical Malpractice Cases
The average inpatient medical malpractice case paid $363,000 in damages, while the average outpatient case paid approximately $290,000 in financial settlement funds. The interesting thing...
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Can You Sue A Car Company For Negligence And Wrongful Death?
In 2013, “Fast & Furious” actor Paul Walker died while the Porsche Carrera GT he was riding in sped out of control and ended up...
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Rules And Regulations Of Construction Workers In Confined Spaces
In September 2013, a construction worker working near Syracuse, NY was fatally burned when he was welding in a confined space that contained flammable gas....
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Enjoying The Fall Season in New York City Without Slipping & Falling
The fall season is in full swing here in New York City as the month of October comes to an end. From new shows on...
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Slip & Fall At Work: What Should I Do Now?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that slip, trip and fall accidents make up the majority of general industry accidents each year. Many of...
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Slip & Falls: Understanding Accidents Through Statistics
A slip and fall is a type of accident that occurs when a person falls after slipping on some sort of hazardous condition. These accidents...
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Construction Accident Lawyers: New York Workers’ Comp Vs Personal Injury Lawsuit
The construction industry in America has been booming in recent months as housing starts in the US are nearing highs not been seen since 2007....
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New York Lawyers: What Is A Personal Injury Lawsuit?
When a person is injured in an accident, he or she may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for certain monetary damages...
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What Is The Statute of Limitations For Filing A Car Accident Lawsuit In New York?
Many individuals involved in auto accidents suffer serious injuries in addition to vehicular damages incurred as a result of their crash. The combination of property damage and physical injuries...
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New York Lawyers: How To Win A Slip & Fall Injury Lawsuit
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident you may be facing medical expenses, a loss of income and other difficult circumstances. As a...
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4 Tips For Driving Safely & Avoiding Car Accidents In New York City
As personal injury lawyers in New York City, we have helped many car accident victims over the years. Through our experience, we have gained insights into some...
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3 Cool Technologies For Car Accident Prevention
From the invention of the wheel to the invention of the Internet, technology has changed the way we live in endless ways. One of the greatest innovations in modern history...
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Work Injury Lawyers: 3 Types of Construction Accidents In NYC
Construction work is among the most dangerous types of work in America and this is especially true in New York City where development never seems to end. Heavy...
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Slip & Fall NYC: 3 Causes & How To Protect Yourself
Slip and fall accidents can occur in the workplace, at home, and everywhere in between. The severity of injuries suffered from a slip accident can...
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As Buildings Rise In New York City, So Do Fatal Construction Accidents
New York City has been on the rise recently – both literally and figuratively – as new construction projects underway throughout the city. In fact, employment...
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New York Accidents: How A Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help
If you have been seriously injured in an accident you are likely facing costly medical expenses and time away from work, in addition to suffering...
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NYC Car Accidents: 5 Steps To Take After A Crash
New York City is home to some of the busiest streets in America. Unfortunately, these busy streets often result in car accidents, which occur on...
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Construction Accidents: 3 Steps To Take After An Injury On The Job
Construction projects are constantly under development in New York City. It seem like every time one project is completed, a new one pops up on...
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Car Accidents: Dangers of Texting While Driving
Car accidents happen in New York everyday. In fact, according to the New York Department of Motor Vehicles there were approximately 304,804 motor vehicle crashes during...
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Trip & Fall: Who Is Responsible For New York City Potholes?
Potholes are everywhere in New York City… From crosswalks to sidewalks, it is nearly impossible to go anywhere in the City without encountering these structural damages. Unfortunately, potholes can be hazardous for...
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Slips, Trips & Falls: Reducing the Leading Cause of Construction Injuries
Slips, trips, and falls account for many worksite injuries in the construction industry. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 6.5 million people work at approximately 252,000...
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Construction Injuries: 8 Guidelines for Preventing Accidents
The construction industry continues to increase safety measures, however, there is no doubt that it is a dangerous occupation. According to the Occupational Safety and...
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Buried Alive: Preventing Excavation and Trench Accidents
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), on average around 35 workers die each year as a result of trench cave-ins...
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Construction Hearing Loss: Searching for Sound Solutions
When considering construction worker injuries many people think of examples of injuries caused by physical accidents from impacts such as a fall from a ladder or...
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The Deadly Costs of NYC Car Accidents
Car accidents cost New York City’s economy approximately $4 Billion dollars each year, according to a recent report from Transportation Alternatives. In addition to the...
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“Sunshine Bill” Aims To Improve Construction Safety In NY
Queens Assemblyman Francisco Moya gathered with many other advocates of the Scaffold Law earlier this month in support of maintaining the legislation which currently protects many New York construction...
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Tort Reform: Is It Effective In The Healthcare Industry?
When it comes to medical malpractice litigation, the topic of tort reform is one of much controversy and debate. Those in favor of tort reform argue that...
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A Call For Higher Insurance Minimums in the Trucking Industry
The topic of liability insurance requirements in the trucking industry has caused lots of debate recently, as many argue that a hike in minimum insurance...
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Slip & Fall Accidents: What Should I Do If I Slipped on Snow or Ice In NYC?
Slip and fall accidents are common in New York City. This is especially true during the winter months, where there is often snow or ice...
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Top 7 OSHA Safety Violations In 2014
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is an organization within the US Department of Labor that is responsible for establishing and enforcing workplace safety...
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Construction Accidents: The Dangers of Heavy Machinery
Construction sites are inherently dangerous. From elevated working conditions to hazardous tools and equipment, construction workers face many dangers day in and day out. Among...
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Construction Accidents: Preventing Ladder & Scaffolding Falls
According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), three out of every five fatal injuries that occur in the construction industry are the result...
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Car Accidents: Understanding New York’s No-Fault Insurance
In 1974, the State of New York implemented “No-Fault” insurance legislation to compensate people injured in motor vehicle accidents for their expenses and economic losses...
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Pedestrian Accidents: De Blasio’s Vision Zero Plan Reduces NYC Fatalities
At the beginning of 2014, Mayor Bill De Blasio announced the adoption of a “Vision Zero Plan” aimed at eliminating traffic-related pedestrian deaths on the...
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The Harder They Fall: Can I Sue A Big Company?
It’s a classic case of slip and fall. A young boy runs through a crowded store, slides in a slippery substance, and lands on his head....
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Understanding Vehicle Recalls: GM, Takata & Class Action
Take a quick look at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, and a surprising reality becomes clear: the auto industry recalls an extraordinary amount of...
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Why Are Workers Comp Claims Denied?
As of December 7th, 2014, over 6,300 injured workers have filed claims for workers compensation in New York State this year. In total, workers have collected...
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New York’s Best Pain Management Clinics
Acute pain, like you feel right after you get cut, signals danger. It’s your body’s way of saying, “Hey, something’s not right here.” Pain is...
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Winter In The City: Driving Tips For Snowy Streets
Storm clouds just dumped more than seven feet of snow on Buffalo, New York, stranding residents at home and trapping drivers on the highway. The storm’s...
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Can I Sue For Repetitive Strain Injury?
Repetitive strain injury, overuse syndrome, repetitive motion disorder – the medical literature is filled with different names for a common problem: cumulative trauma disorders (CTD)....
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Who Is Responsible For New York City’s Sidewalks?
It might not feel like it today, or next week, but winter is coming. And if you live, or work, in New York City, cold...
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Can I Get Workers Comp After Being Fired?
Since 2007, and the start of the Great Recession, unemployment has become a fact of life for many American families. In October of 2009, unemployment...
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Is Your Hardhat Enough? Safety and Injury on Construction Sites
Construction has long been considered America’s most dangerous industry. In fact, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration was created to address lagging safety standards within...
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Infographic: The State Of Car Accidents In New York
New York State’s car accident statistics might surprise you. In 2012 alone, our highways, rural roads, and city streets saw a total of 294,757 crashes....
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Slip & Fall Accidents: Negligence & Premises Liability
With cool fall weather just setting in, it’s only a matter of time before snow begins to cover our streets and skaters grace the ice in...
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Construction Accidents: OSHA’s “Fatal Four”
According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), more than 12 American employees die every day from work-related injuries. Every year, that comes to an...
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What To Do After A Car Accident
Whether or not you ultimately decide to pursue a lawsuit, the choices you make after a car accident are extremely important. Even routine auto insurance...
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Proving Liability in a Negligent Security Case
In most counties in the NYC area, negligence trials are held in two parts: liability first and, if the plaintiff is successful, damages in the...
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New York’s Labor Law 240(1) –The Scaffold Law
The lawyers at the Lipsig law firm fully support New York’s current Scaffold Law (Labor Law Section 240(1)) because it helps construction workers avoid serious...
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Everyday NYC Dangers: Slip and Fall Accidents
New York City can be a dangerous place to navigate and one of the most common perils that cause injuries to thousands of people each...
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Negligent Security In NYC
New York’s daily newspapers have recently reported that the New York City personal injury lawyers, Lipsig Shapey Manus & Moverman, have won another victory for...
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Perils Of Being A Pedestrian
The perils of being a pedestrian in New York City continue to make headlines as the reckless and dangerous conduct of drivers continues to take...
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When The Snow Melts: Personal Injury From Falling Debris
The brief relief from the long snowy winter in the form of recent warmer temperatures hints of the coming spring along with the danger of...
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Con Edison Negligence
Natural gas, which is used in providing heat and hot water, can be very dangerous, especially if the gas delivery system is not adequately maintained...
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The Cause Of Senior Slip & Fall Accidents
If you or a relative are elderly and are injured as a result of a fall in the home or anywhere else, you may be...
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The Metro North Accident
The first call you should make if you or a loved one are injured as a result of a public transit or train accident in NYC is...
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Train Accident In NYC: Putting Speed Before Safety
Railroads connected this country and significantly contributed to its development. Railroad travel is usually safe and is an established part of our transportation system. Unfortunately,...
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Construction Accident Victims In NYC
Injuries resulting from accidents on construction job sites tend to be particularly severe as a result of the dangerous nature of the work and equipment...
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Medical Malpractice In NYC
Surgery can be very scary. It becomes nightmarish when the surgery goes awry and has devastating unintended consequences as a result of the hospital’s or doctor...
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What To Do If You’re A Pedestrian Accident Or Injury Victim
There is no question that New York City is a dangerous place to walk and drive. Recent Pedestrian Accidents In New York City The most...
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Being An Actor Can Be Hazardous To Your Health
Broadway actors are talented, disciplined and well trained. Their craft requires countless hours of practice and preparation. While the demands on these actors are certainly...
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New York Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Hospital negligence and malpractice often result in devastating injury or death for the victim. Many times, hospitals find it is often cheaper and more advantageous...
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New York Accident Lawyer Alan Shapey Wins Large Settlements For Accident Victims
Buses, trains and subways are an integral part of life in New York City. Accidents involving these methods of transportation can be devastating and the...
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Lipsig’s New York Construction Accident Attorneys Have Standout Track Record
Construction accidents have been on the rise, more than tripling in 2012 from the previous year. The injuries sustained from these job site accidents tend...
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Additional New York No – Fault Insurance Coverage – APIP And OBEL
New York State law requires that every NY issued auto insurance policy provide a minimum of No-Fault insurance coverage of $50,000 for “basic economic loss.”...
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NYC Bicycle Accident Deaths Gain Attention
21 New Yorkers died last year in bicycle accidents, but only two of the involved drivers were arrested. As family members of bike accident victims...
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New Law Requiring SUM Coverage Awaits Governor Cuomo’s Signature
A new insurance bill that was passed by the NY Assembly and State Senate on June 21 could become a helpful addition to the New...
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Alan Shapey, Train Accident Lawyer, Speaks On Frequent & Fatal Subway Crashes
As recently reported in the New York Post, in 2011, customers in New York City were struck by subway trains a staggering 147 times in...
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NYC Subway Accident Attorney, Alan Shapey, Receives $10 Million Verdict
Our client and Lipsig partner attorney, Alan Shapey, together heard the long-awaited verdict of a three-week jury trial involving injuries caused by a NYC subway train....
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Personal Injury Lawyer Needed For Central Park Accidents
From tragic yet preventable accidents in Central Park to severe injuries at your work place, when you are injured in a situation where you were...
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Alan Shapey Comments On NY1’s Broadway Disaster
On Monday, December 20th actor Christopher Tierney, performing in the previews of the new Broadway blockbuster, “Spider-Man” sustained serious injuries when an insecure cable attachment...
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The Importance Of Hiring Experienced NYC Accident Lawyers
The time immediately following an accident is a very complex and confusing time for you and your loved ones. There is a lot of stress...
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What To Do After You’ve Been Hurt In An Accident
Essential Steps After An Accident If you are hurt in any type of accident, the most important thing is your health. Please see your healthcare...
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When Workers Are Injured On The Job
Sadly, we often hear in the news of a worker being seriously injured, maimed or even killed at their workplace. These stories are tragic and...
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